Healthcare Management

University of Doha for Science & Technology; Doha; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A national applied university in Qatar seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor in Healthcare Management. The role involves teaching courses, evaluating students, and engaging with industry. Required qualifications include a PhD in Healthcare and relevant teaching experience. Preferred candidates will have professional certifications and a strong research record. This position offers opportunities for applied research and engaging educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience for Assistant Professor, 8 years for Associate Professor.
• A distinguished research record and international reputation.
• Experience in applied research projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver courses in Healthcare Administration and Management.
• Evaluate student progress and manage resources.
• Coordinate and manage projects within the program area.

Skills

Digital literacy

Effective communication

Collaborative approach

Education

PhD in Healthcare or related discipline

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied university in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees as well as certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education, and more. With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST focuses on applied and experiential learning. Our faculty deliver pedagogically sound learning experiences with innovative technological interventions to develop graduates who support a knowledge-based economy and Qatar’s National Vision 2030.

Our College of Business invites applications for the position of Assistant/ Associate Professor in Healthcare Management.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Department Head and develop, deliver, and evaluate a broad range of courses within Healthcare Administration and Management.
• Evaluate student progress and manage the resources of the learning environment.
• Liaise with industry and other educational institutions; participate in industry advisory committees; coordinate, manage, and control projects within the specified program area.
• Maintain course portfolio documents required for accreditation processes and engage in instructional development/improvement plans.
• Contribute to professional and community life within the College and beyond.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

Faculty members will be placed in the appropriate rank based on education and experience. The broad criteria are provided below.

Education

PhD and a Master’s degree in Healthcare or a related discipline from an internationally recognized university with an undergraduate degree from an accredited university.

For Assistant Professor

• A minimum of 3 years teaching experience in a post-secondary, adult training or industry training environment, with preferably 3 years of employment experience in healthcare or a related field.
• A distinguished research record and international reputation evidenced by high quality publications in top-tier journals.
• Excellent record of supervising high-caliber research students.
• Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnerships with the profession and industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Certification.
• Diploma in Education (e.g., Post-secondary Education, Adult Education or Vocational Education) is preferred.
• 6+ years of employment experience as a practitioner/professional within the relevant discipline.
• Teaching experience in post-secondary, adult training, or industry training environment.
• Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.

For Associate Professor

• A minimum of 8 years teaching experience in a post-secondary, adult training or industry training environment, with preferably 3 years of employment experience in healthcare or related field.
• A distinguished research record and international reputation evidenced by high quality publications in top-tier journals.
• Excellent record of supervising high-caliber research students.
• Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnerships with the profession and industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Certification.
• Diploma in Education (e.g., Post-secondary Education, Adult Education or Vocational Education) is preferred.
• 10+ years of employment experience as a practitioner/professional within the relevant discipline.
• Teaching experience in post-secondary, adult training, or industry training environment.
• Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.

Other Required Skills

• 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, using contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning and program outcomes.
• Digital literacy and fluency in technology systems, with ability to model and facilitate use of current and emerging digital tools to support research and learning.
• Ability to create technology-enriched learning environments where students are active participants in their learning.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and collegial approach and ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, sponsor-employers, and community members.
• Ability to initiate applied research projects.

How To Apply

Applicants must meet all essential qualifications to be shortlisted; other qualifications may be a deciding factor. Qualifications and experience will be assessed through your application, which may include curricula vitae, cover letters, references, teaching dossiers and sample publications. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how they meet each requirement. Failing to do so could result in rejection. We thank all applicants for applying; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.