Assistant Professor in Business Analytics

Gulf University, Kingdom of Bahrain; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Bahrain is seeking an Assistant Professor in Business Analytics starting September 2026. The ideal candidate must possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field and have at least three years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include delivering courses, participating in academic service, and conducting research. Proficiency in analytical tools such as Power BI, Python, and SQL, along with strong analytical, communication, and bilingual teaching abilities are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from internationally accredited institution, preferably AACSB-accredited.
• Professional certifications in analytics, data science, or business intelligence desirable.
• Minimum three years teaching experience in Business Analytics or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated research capability with publications or strong potential in analytics journals.
• Proficiency with analytical tools and platforms (Power BI, Python, R, SQL, SPSS).
• Curriculum development and quality assurance experience.
• Industry experience in data analytics or BI.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Business Analytics courses across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Participate in accreditation, curriculum, and quality committees.
• Conduct and publish research in business analytics domains.
• Community Engagement: Support data-driven initiatives benefiting industry and society.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Capacity to convert data insights into management decisions

Excellent communication skills

Bilingual teaching ability (Arabic and English)

Collaboration

Research leadership

Arabic fluency

English fluency

Education

Ph.D. in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Management Information Systems, or related field

AACSB accreditation (preferred)

Tools

Power BI

Python

R

SQL

SPSS

Job description

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Assistant Professor in Business Analytics

Academic Bahrain Full Time College of Administrative & Financial Science

Introduction

The College of Administrative and Financial Sciences seeks to develop graduates equipped with advanced analytical capabilities and data-driven decision-making competencies. They are recruiting an Assistant Professor in Business Analytics beginning September 2026, preferring candidates combining strong analytical skills with teaching effectiveness and applied research.

Start Date: September 2026

Expected Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Management Information Systems, or related field from internationally accredited institution (preferably AACSB-accredited).
• Professional certifications in analytics, data science, or business intelligence (desirable).

Expected Experience

• Minimum three years teaching experience in Business Analytics or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated research capability with publications or strong potential in analytics journals.
• Proficiency with analytical tools and platforms (Power BI, Python, R, SQL, SPSS).
• Curriculum development and quality assurance process experience.
• Industry experience in data analytics or business intelligence.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capacity to convert data insights into management decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaborative capabilities.
• Active research involvement in analytics and data-driven management.
• Bilingual teaching ability (Arabic and English).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Teaching: Deliver Business Analytics courses across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Academic Service: Participate in accreditation, curriculum, and quality committees.
• Research: Conduct and publish research in business analytics domains.
• Community Engagement: Support data-driven initiatives benefiting industry and society.

Required Documents

• Application form.
• Teaching, learning, and research philosophy statements.
• Three referees' contact details (email and telephone).