Full Professor - Material Sciences & Engineering

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Saudi Arabia is seeking candidates for faculty positions in Material Science and Engineering. The successful applicants will have a Ph.D. and a strong record of research and teaching ability. Responsibilities include establishing a research program and teaching at various levels. The position offers a tax-free salary, free housing, medical insurance, and other benefits. Suitable candidates should submit their application along with required documents.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salaries

Free furnished housing unit

Medical insurance

Paid summer leave

Qualifications

• Strong record of published research.
• Experience supervising graduate students' research.
• Relevant teaching experience at university level.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent research program.
• Teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Skills

Independent research program establishment

Effective teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels

Fluency in English

Education

Ph.D. degree in Material Science & Engineering or related fields

Job description

Overview

The Department of Material Science and Engineering at KFUPM is seeking to fill few faculty positions at all professorial ranks with potential candidates showing ability and desire for excellence in both teaching and research. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Material Science & Engineering or related science & engineering fields.

Job Responsibility

The candidate will be expected to establish an independent research program and teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Compensation & Benefits

• Two-year renewable contract.
• Competitive tax-free salaries based on qualifications and experience.
• Free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing unit with free essential utilities and maintenance.
• Air ticket(s) to Dammam upon appointment; final repatriation air ticket(s) for up to four persons.
• Contribution towards local tuition fees for school-age dependent children; local transportation allowance.
• Two months’ paid summer leave.
• Medical insurance.
• End-of-service gratuity after two (2) years of continuous service.
• The KFUPM campus has a range of facilities including a medical and dental clinic, health club with swimming pool, an extensive library, computing, research and teaching laboratory facilities, a recreation center and a private beach.

Qualifications

Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. degree from a reputable institution, strong record of published research, experience in supervising research of graduate students, relevant teaching experience at the university level, and teaching and/or industrial experience in the respective areas. The institution language is English and hence applicant must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should complete the online application form. The application must have the following materials:

• A Cover letter introducing the candidacy, summarizing applicants achievements and records, indicating the applied-for rank.
• Comprehensive CV including lists of publications.
• Copies of degree diplomas and transcripts.
• Statement of research interests.
• Statement of teaching interests.
• A list of the names/affiliation and contact details of at least three potential referees. Ready recommendation letters could be sent.
• Selecting 5 of applicant’s top journal papers reflecting research interests.