Assistant/ Associate Professor, Respiratory Therapy

University of Doha for Science and Technology UDST; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) invites applications for Respiratory Therapy faculty at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank. Reporting to the Department Head, the successful candidate will develop, deliver, and evaluate a broad range of Respiratory Therapy courses within the College of Health Sciences.

The role includes liaising with industry, coordinating accreditation-ready portfolios, and contributing to professional and community life within UDST.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

Job description

The College of Health Sciences invites applications for positions Respiratory Therapy faculty at Assistant Associate Professor rank Reporting to the Department Head the successful candidate will be responsible for the development delivery and evaluation of a broad range of courses in Respiratory Therapy within the College of Health Sciences S he will evaluate student progress and manage the resources of the learning environment The successful candidate will liaise with industry and other educational institutions participate in industry advisory committees and coordinate manage and control projects within the specified program area Faculty members will keep course portfolio documents required for accreditation processes and engage in instructional development improvement plans All employees are expected to contribute to professional and community life within the University and beyond Faculty members will be placed in the appropriate rank based on their education and experience The broad criteria are noted below strong Education strong A PhD or Doctorate in Respiratory Therapy or Respiratory-related health field Those whose PhD or Doctorate is not in Respiratory Therapy must hold a graduate degree and or undergraduate degree in Respiratory Therapy Candidates must hold eligible for an unrestricted license for the state country in which the program is located RRT credentials from The National Board of Respiratory Care NBRC The Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapist CSRT preferred strong Experience strong Demonstrated record of academic experience and Respiratory Therapy practice A minimum of five 5 years full-time equivalent recent within six months academic experience A minimum of two 2 years full-time equivalent clinical practice experience Demonstrated competence with curriculum development implementation and evaluation Demonstrated use diverse and current teaching approaches in the classroom and for practice experiences including the laboratory simulation and practicums Demonstrated ability to use a variety of educational technology and platforms Demonstrated academic and information literacy skills strong Scholarship and Research strong Demonstrated contribution to the advancement of knowledge through applied research scholarship publication knowledge transfer or professional practice which would be expected to be international in its scope Preference given to candidates with demonstrated contribution to quality improvement curriculum development and to teaching and learning strong Other required skills strong Commitment to applied and experiential learning as a pedagogy and a key feature of UDST s mandate Ability to design develop deliver and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge skills and attitudes identified in program outcomes Digital literacy and demonstrated fluency in technology systems and an ability to model and facilitate use of current and emerging digital tools to support research and learning Demonstrated ability to develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable students to be active participants in their own learning Commitment to the effectiveness vitality and self-renewal of the teaching profession through self-driven continuous professional development and life-long learning Effective oral and written communication skills Collaborative and collegial spirit and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport with learners colleagues sponsor-employers and members of the community Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects Applicants must meet all essential qualifications in order to be shortlisted for the position; other qualifications may be a deciding factor in selection.

Education

EducationA PhD or Doctorate in Respiratory Therapy or Respiratory-related health field. Those whose PhD or Doctorate is not in Respiratory Therapy must hold a graduate degree and/or undergraduate degree in Respiratory Therapy. Candidates must hold/eligible for an unrestricted license for the state/country in which the program is located. RRT credentials from The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)/The Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapist (CSRT) preferred.

Experience

ExperienceDemonstrated record of academic experience and Respiratory Therapy practice. A minimum of five (5) years full-time equivalent recent (within six months) academic experience A minimum of two (2) years full-time equivalent clinical practice experience. Demonstrated competence with curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. Demonstrated use diverse and current teaching approaches in the classroom and for practice experiences including the laboratory, simulation, and practicums. Demonstrated ability to use a variety of educational technology and platforms. Demonstrated academic and information literacy skills.

Scholarship and Research

Scholarship and ResearchDemonstrated contribution to the advancement of knowledge through applied research, scholarship, publication, knowledge transfer or professional practice which would be expected to be international in its scope. Preference given to candidates with demonstrated contribution to quality improvement, curriculum development and to teaching and learning.

Other required skills

Other required skillsCommitment to applied and experiential learning as a pedagogy and a key feature of UDST s mandate. Ability to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in program outcomes. Digital literacy and demonstrated fluency in technology systems, and an ability to model and facilitate use of current and emerging digital tools to support research and learning. Demonstrated ability to develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable students to be active participants in their own learning. Commitment to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession through self-driven continuous professional development and life-long learning. Effective oral and written communication skills. Collaborative and collegial spirit and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, sponsor-employers, and members of the community. Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.