Lecturer - Global Studies

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a qualified Lecturer. Candidates with master's degrees, specializing in areas like Psychology, Leadership, or Nonprofit Studies, are encouraged to apply. This position emphasizes a commitment to excellence in teaching and offers a range of benefits, including tax-free salaries, free housing, and medical insurance. Both male and female candidates are welcome, with a strong encouragement for female applicants.

Benefits

Two-year renewable contract

Competitive tax-free salaries

Free furnished housing

Air tickets for appointment and repatriation

Contribution towards local tuition fees

Local transportation allowance

Two months’ paid summer leave

Medical insurance

End-of-service gratuity after two years

Access to campus facilities like a health club and library

Qualifications

• Earned master's degree from a reputable institution in the relevant areas.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research.
• Encourage applications from candidates with expertise or experience related to the Middle East.

Job description

The Department of Global Studies is seeking highly qualified non-Saudi candidates for the position of Lecturer. Applicants must hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from prestigious, top-ranked local/international universities, specializing in one of the following areas:

1. Psychology
2. Leadership
3. Nonprofit Studies

Responsibilities

Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in both teaching and research. Applicants with expertise or experience related to the Middle East are particularly encouraged to apply. The position is open to both male and female applicants, with female candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

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 master’s degree from a reputable institution in the relevant areas. Candidates with Middle East expertise and experience are encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the university.