Assistant Professor of Advertising & Digital Marketing

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

Job summary

A leading university in Bahrain is seeking an Assistant Professor in Advertising to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and conduct impactful research in advertising and media. Ideal candidates must hold a Ph.D. in a related field, possess teaching experience, and demonstrate proficiency in digital marketing strategies. Responsibilities include supervising student projects, contributing to curriculum development, and engaging with industry partners. This role offers a full-time position in a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• Evidence of scholarly publications and research activity.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Strong knowledge of digital advertising platforms and strategies.
• Professional experience in advertising agencies or marketing departments.
• Certifications from DMI, Google, or Meta advertising platforms (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Advertising, Digital Marketing, and related media subjects.
• Conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals in advertising and media.
• Supervise student projects, campaigns, and graduation projects.
• Contribute to program accreditation (CIPR, DMI) and curriculum development.
• Develop industry partnerships and collaborative projects.
• Participate in university events and community engagement.

Skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to integrate theory with practical advertising applications

Experience with media production tools and software

Research competence in advertising and media communications

Education

Ph.D. in Advertising, Marketing Communications, Media Studies, or a closely related field

Job description

A leading university in Bahrain is seeking an Assistant Professor in Advertising to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and conduct impactful research in advertising and media. Ideal candidates must hold a Ph.D. in a related field, possess teaching experience, and demonstrate proficiency in digital marketing strategies. Responsibilities include supervising student projects, contributing to curriculum development, and engaging with industry partners. This role offers a full-time position in a dynamic academic environment.