Senior Lecturer - BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

oryxuni; Doha; On-site; QAR 320,000 - 444,000; Full time

Job summary

Oryx Universal College in Doha is hiring Senior Lecturers for its rapidly growing School of Computing and Data Science. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree, excellent communication skills, and a passion for teaching. This role offers substantial opportunities for professional growth and the chance to positively influence students' academic journeys.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Tax-Free Salary

Cover for dependent children's school fees

Qualifications

• A postgraduate degree (preferably a PhD) or a master's with relevant industry experience.
• Experience in teaching at the tertiary level.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Teach various modules across the BSc (Hons) Software Engineering program.
• Mentor and coach students, providing academic support.
• Develop teaching materials and assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Teaching techniques

Education

Postgraduate degree (PhD preferred)

Job description

A purpose-driven university
education provider licensed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education
of Qatar, Oryx Universal College (OUC), in partnership with Liverpool John
Moores University, has demonstrated rapid growth over the past five years, with
exponential growth forecast for the next decade. Driven by our mission, we
strive to nurture positive minds for a sustainable future.

We are currently recruiting Senior
Lecturers to join the School of Computing and Data Science. The successful
candidate will teach various modules on the BSc
(Hons) Software Engineering programme. For detailed programme
specifications and a list of modules, please visit the link.

If you believe you meet the
expectations and requirements of this role, please submit your CV or
professional profile for consideration.

Note:Only
applications submitted via the recruitment portal will be considered. Due to
the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.

About the Role

Candidates joining as Senior
Lecturers at this stage will be part of a fast-growing and elite academic
community at OUC. By demonstrating leadership capabilities, motivation, and
productivity, they may be considered for senior roles and responsibilities,
such as Dean/Associate Dean of the School, Programme Leader, Module Leader, or
Coordinator. There are ample opportunities for professional growth within the
institution for the right candidates.

Our Expectations

The ideal candidate for this position will be able to:

Deliver a range of modules across the
programme.

Develop teaching materials and assessments for
the modules they deliver. Senior Lecturers are expected to contribute to
teaching materials and assessment development for all modules across programmes
to meet learning objectives.

Update and revise existing modules in line with
the latest industry developments.

Collaborate with industry advisory boards to
enhance programme relevance and quality.

Develop assessments in accordance with LJMU
guidelines, adhering to assessment matrices and deadlines for verification and
external moderation.

Act as a personal tutor for students across the
programme portfolio.

Mentor and coach students, addressing academic
concerns, performance, and progression.

Teach and assess students across written and
presentation skills, providing individualised feedback.

Participate in extracurricular activities to
foster teamwork and student engagement.

Supervise or co-supervise undergraduate and
postgraduate research projects.

Comply with LJMU academic regulations and OUC
quality assurance processes.

Contribute to the development of existing programmes
and the introduction of new ones.

Develop and deliver CPD and short courses to
expand the School of Computing and Data Science's portfolio.

Engage in approved research within strategic
priority areas.

Prepare and deliver lectures, seminars,
tutorials, practical sessions, workshops, and field excursions for
undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Attend departmental, school, and faculty
meetings, and participate in committee memberships.

Commit to continuous professional and personal
development.

Proactively contribute to the college’s
strategic growth plans and corporate initiatives.

About You

We
expect you to demonstrate the following:

• A postgraduate degree (preferably a PhD, or a master’s degree with relevant industry experience). Candidates pursuing a PhD in a related field are also encouraged to apply.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
  
• Ambition and motivation to achieve academic research excellence.
  
• Proven ability to inspire and maximise students’ potential through trust, engagement, and leadership.
  
• Expertise in teaching techniques, pastoral care, mentoring, and assessments.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, fostering a culture of trust and mutual respect.
  
• Strong organisational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
  
• Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and an innovative mindset.
  
• Experience and/or qualifications in teaching at the tertiary level.
  

Additional value:

• A record of high-quality academic research and refereed publications.
  
• Experience mentoring and guiding junior researchers.
  
• Skills in curriculum and subject material development.
  
• Experience implementing processes and policies in a tertiary education environment.
  

Benefits

Location: Doha, Qatar

Annual Salary: Between GBP 65,000 – GBP 90,000 (including accommodation and transport
allowances)

Private Medical Insurance:
Provided for all sponsored employees and their immediate dependants.

Tax-Free Salary: In
Qatar, salaries are not subject to local taxation.

Additional Benefits: Dependent
children’s school fees may be covered for candidates relocating with families.

Rapid growth opportunities are available based
on performance, leadership capabilities, and contributions to institutional
growth.