Open Rank Position - Human Rights Program

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies; Qatar; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies invites applications for a full‑time faculty position in the Master’s Program in Human Rights at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, with start in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach graduate courses and supervise theses.

Applicants should hold a doctorate in human rights, law or political science, have a strong research record in international human rights law, and be able to contribute to curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Hold a doctorate in the field of human rights, law or political sciences.
• Demonstrate a track record of scientific research and publications in international peer‑reviewed journals.
• Possess competence and experience in graduate‑level teaching.
• Exhibit proficiency in the Arabic language.
• Be capable of attracting external support and funding for research.
• Be willing to engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research.
• Have the potential to build a global reputation in specialised research fields.

Responsibilities

• Deliver graduate level courses.
• Supervise master’s and doctorate students in the program while actively engaging in the academic life of DI.
• Publish research in specialised and related fields in leading refereed peer reviewed journals and/or reputable academic publishing houses.
• Undertake administrative responsibilities and contribute to the needs of the program, school, institute and community.
• Participate in various committees at the program, school and institute levels.

Skills

Graduate-level teaching

Research publications

Arabic language proficiency

Curriculum development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Fundraising ability

Education

Doctorate in human rights, law or political science

Job description

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) was founded in Qatar in 2015 as a Doha-based independent institution of higher education. The Institute offers MA and PhD programs in two schools—the School of Social Sciences and Humanities and the School of Economics, Administration and Public Policy. The Institute adopts a student‑centred approach to learning, promotes interdisciplinary research and uses Arabic as the primary language of instruction, with fluency in English a requirement. DI aims to graduate researchers and practitioners who can advance knowledge and better the human condition while upholding the highest scientific, professional and ethical standards. It provides advanced leadership‑focused training that emphasises the competencies necessary to satisfy the region’s needs in sustainable development and intellectual advancement. The Institute upholds the guiding principles of academic freedom and emphasises the values of integrity and professionalism.

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies launched the MA in Human Rights in 2020 as a two‑year master’s degree whose academic content combines law and the different fields of social sciences and humanities. This program aims to provide students with a high‑quality education concerning different themes in human rights and international human rights law, develop Arab expertise in the field of human rights and equip graduates with the necessary analytical skills to engage in basic research and apply it to solve a range of dilemmas and examine existing gaps in knowledge. It also aims to contextualise human rights historically and politically in order to address the challenges and issues that exist in the Arab region, particularly the Gulf countries, and work towards establishing critical and suitable theories, interpretations and policies.

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies invites applications for a full‑time faculty position in the Master’s Program in Human Rights at the rank of Assistant Associate Full Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to assume their appointment in August 2027. The successful candidate should have a strong academic background in Human Rights with demonstrated expertise in the human rights context of the Arab region. This includes a solid understanding of legal systems, human rights conditions and the political and social challenges facing the region. The candidate will be expected to teach graduate‑level courses, particularly in International Humanitarian Law and International Criminal Law, and should have experience in curriculum development and course design. They will also be expected to supervise master’s theses and contribute to the continued development of the program’s academic and research environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver graduate level courses
• Supervise master’s and doctorate students in the program while actively engaging in the academic life of DI
• Publish research in specialised and related fields in leading refereed peer reviewed journals and/or reputable academic publishing houses
• Undertake administrative responsibilities and contribute to the needs of the program, school, institute and community
• Participate in various committees at the program, school and institute levels

Qualification, Experiences and Skills

• Hold a doctorate degree in the field of human rights, law or political sciences
• Demonstrate a track record of scientific research and publications in their field of specialization and related areas in international peer‑reviewed journals that align with their academic rank
• Possess competence and experience in graduate‑level teaching
• Exhibit proficiency in the Arabic language
• Be capable of attracting external support and funding for research
• Be willing to engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research with other members of the program and/or institute
• Have the potential to build a global reputation in specialised research fields

Required Documents

• A comprehensive CV
• A copy of the PhD degree
• A cover letter detailing the motivation for applying to the job vacancy
• Teaching statement expounding the philosophy of education and supervision
• Supporting documents validating teaching experience (e.g., course descriptions and student evaluations) if the candidate holds a teaching position
• Sample of publication or research in progress
• Research statement and/or current research plan
• Names and contact details of three referees for letters of reference and recommendations
• Additional material may be requested at a later stage

Additional Required Documents

Preference will be given to candidates with practical experience in the field of human rights, including work with human rights organisations or involvement in documentation, monitoring, advocacy or litigation related to human rights issues. Experience in quantitative research methods is also desirable, including the ability to design quantitative studies, develop survey instruments, collect and analyse data using statistical software.