Instructional Faculty Position in Earth Systems Science and Engineering

King-Abdullah-University-of-Science-and-Technology; Thuwal; Vor Ort; SAR 300.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) invites applications for an Instructional Faculty position in the Earth Systems Science and Engineering program within the Physical Science and Engineering Division. The role focuses on teaching general geosciences, geology, and geophysics, including field-based courses and lab lectures.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate a passion for interactive teaching, accelerated learning, and the use of modern teaching paradigms, collaborating with

Qualifikationen

• Teaching excellence demonstrated in higher education
• Track record of teaching excellence at higher-education institutions
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills

Aufgaben

• Teach fundamental courses in geosciences, geology, and geophysics and oversee field-based courses and lab lectures
• Cover data-collection and data-analysis methods and tools in course delivery
• Incorporate modern teaching paradigms to enhance learning and student engagement

Kenntnisse

Teaching excellence

Ausbildung

Ph.D. degree

Jobbeschreibung

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: Faculty Positions: Physical Science and Engineering Division (faculty)

Location

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

Deadline

Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Physical Science and Engineering Division (PSE) of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is seeking an Instructional Faculty in Earth Systems Science and Engineering (ESSE).
This position supports the educational mission of ESSE and its two degree programs (Energy Resources and Petroleum Engineering; Earth Science and Engineering). The candidate is expected to teach fundamental courses in general geosciences, geology, and geophysics, including field-based courses and lab-based lectures, and to cover a variety of data-collection and data-analysis methods and tools. A passion for interactive teaching, accelerated learning, and the use of modern teaching paradigms are expected.
About KAUST and the PSE Division
KAUST is an international graduate research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through interdisciplinary research, education, and innovation. Ranked #1 in the Times Higher Education Arab University Rankings for three consecutive years (2023-2025), KAUST is recognized globally for the quality and impact of its research. Located in Saudi Arabia, on the western shores of the Red Sea, KAUST offers superb research facilities, generous baseline research funding, and internationally competitive salaries, together with comfortable living conditions for individuals and families. More information about KAUST's academic programs and research activities is available at https://www.kaust.edu.sa. The PSE Division comprises five Programs: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Earth Systems Science and Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering & Applied Physics, and Mechanical Engineering. More information about the PSE Division is available at https://pse.kaust.edu.sa.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree.
• Track record of teaching excellence at higher-education institutions.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.