Adjunct Instructor: Contemporary Digital Culture

Virginia Commonwealth University; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

VCUarts Qatar invites applications for an adjunct faculty position under Academic Affairs to teach Introduction to Contemporary Digital Culture, an undergraduate minor course exploring digital systems, platform culture, and the social, ethical, and cultural implications of digital dependency.

The course investigates how digital systems have become embedded in everyday life and how platforms, algorithms, interfaces, data collection, and digital technologies shape human behavior, communication,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with university teaching experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated university teaching or professional experience in digital culture, media, or related disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Eligibility to work in Qatar under local immigration/employment rules.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introduction to Contemporary Digital Culture following the approved course outcomes and Academic Affairs expectations.
• Develop and deliver course materials, readings, assignments, discussions, critiques and assessments.
• Facilitate critical reflection, ethnographic observation, and design-based inquiry on digital systems and platform culture.
• Provide timely feedback and academic support to students.
• Maintain regular communication with students and Academic Affairs about progress and expectations.

Skills

Teaching experience

English communication

Professionalism

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

VCUarts Qatar invites applications for an adjunct faculty position under Academic Affairs to teach Introduction to Contemporary Digital Culture, an undergraduate minor course exploring digital systems, platform culture, and the social, ethical, and cultural implications of digital dependency.

The course investigates how digital systems have become embedded in everyday life and how platforms, algorithms, interfaces, data collection, and digital technologies shape human behavior, communication,