Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) in Business and Management

Muscat University; Muscat; On-site; OMR 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Muscat University invites applications for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Faculty of Business and Management. The role is predominantly teaching-focused, supporting delivery of postgraduate, undergraduate foundation and executive programmes and engaging in student supervision and research activities.

The GTA will assist in teaching across modules in business and management, supervise projects, and participate in curriculum development, seminars, and community engagement to strengthen

Qualifications

• Candidates should have demonstrable teaching experience in business and management
• Experience supervising undergraduate and postgraduate projects is preferred
• Engagement in research activities and academic writing is desirable

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate modules in business and management
• Supervise student projects, dissertations, and case studies
• Engage in research with supervisors to support faculty goals
• Collaborate on grants, research collaborations, and funding initiatives
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment design, and graduate supervision
• Support community engagement and external outreach activities

Skills

Teaching

Student supervision

Research engagement

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Business/Management

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis software

Job description

GraduateTeaching Assistant GTA in Business and Management Faculty of Business andManagement

Thisis a predominantly teaching-focused position to manage and support the deliveryof postgraduate undergraduate foundation and executive programmes within theFaculty of Business and Management Applicantsshould demonstrate excellence in assisting teaching and research Preferencewill be given to candidates with previous experience in teaching tutoring student supervision and research engagement The successful candidate isexpected to

Assist in Teaching

Support the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate modules in subjects related to business and management including areas such as accounting finance marketing human resource management management entrepreneurship economics business analytics operations and related disciplines Engagement with classes tutorials and student support activities is expected across both semesters 2 semesters per academic year

Supervise Projects

Assist in supervising undergraduate and postgraduate projects dissertations business consultancy projects and other academic assignments across relevant modules The GTA will provide students with guidance on research methodologies academic writing data analysis problem-solving and project outcomes

Engage in Research

Work with research supervisors and academic staff to assist in research activities that contribute to the research goals and priorities of the Faculty of Business and Management

Collaborate for Grants

Support the development of research collaborations and contribute to research grant applications consultancy activities and other initiatives that enhance the Faculty s research profile and funding capabilities

Curriculum Development

Participate in curriculum development module enhancement assessment design and graduate supervision while supporting initiatives that strengthen the Faculty s academic programmes and employability outcomes

Community Engagement

Participate in university service activities as well as professional and local community engagement promoting the importance and relevance of business management and entrepreneurship education

Requirements

TheFaculty invites applications for full-time candidates The position within theFaculty of Business and Management requires

Educational Qualifications

Muscat University alumni with relevant undergraduate and or postgraduate qualifications in Business Management Accounting Finance Marketing Economics Human Resource Management Entrepreneurship Business Analytics or closely related disciplines

Teaching Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in teaching tutoring or supporting undergraduate and or postgraduate business and management courses as well as experience supervising students and academic projects

Research Engagement

Preference will be given to candidates with experience or engagement in research within their areas of specialization demonstrating intellectual engagement with current trends challenges and developments in business and management

Practical Skills

Candidates should possess strong computing and digital skills relevant to their areas of expertise including proficiency in Microsoft Office and where applicable business analytics statistical accounting financial or research software

Certifications

Professional or industry certifications are an advantage and demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development

Responsibilities

Report to the academic director of the relevant Faculty Department line manager Complete an annual report and submit it to the line manager Following the shadowing period 1 year take a lead role in seminar tutorial and related teaching activities for the shadowed modules while continuing to attend the relevant lectures Assist with assessment marking moderation activities where appropriate and entering grades on the university system Support discussion sections tutorials seminars workshops and other teaching and learning activities Assist with student projects dissertations case studies presentations and other forms of coursework Attend relevant faculty and programme meetings Assist students with coursework academic study strategies research methods data analysis and problem-solving Address routine student concerns and refer serious or sensitive matters to the relevant instructor or academic director Set up and support software technology teaching materials and other resources required for classes workshops and demonstrations Take attendance and maintain accurate class and student records Assist in invigilation of examinations and other formal assessments Provide feedback on student progress engagement and academic performance Provide feedback to academic staff regarding course delivery student engagement and course effectiveness Support the development and delivery of business simulations case studies group activities and experiential learning where appropriate Assist in organising academic professional development and student engagement activities Support research seminars conferences workshops and other Faculty activities Undertake other academic and administrative duties appropriate to the level of the post and as directed by the line manager