Microbiology Technician

Roles and responsibilities

Assistant Professor of Microbiology

Location: College of Medicine, Ajman University - AJMAN, UAE

Company: Ajman University

The College of Medicine, Ajman University, has an opening for the position of an Assistant Professor in Microbiology, starting Fall semester 2024-2025.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver courses to students in the specified discipline areas of study, considering and aiming to achieve the three (3) fundamental university standards: Teaching, Research, and Services.
• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and provide feedback to sustain student success.
• Conduct high-quality research in their own field and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences.
• Pursuing research in relevant biomedical sciences and/or pedagogy, organize and manage instructional resources, course outlines, and community networks.
• Supporting and expanding curricular development in microbiology in consonance with other basic medical science and pathological science subjects and linking to the clinical education.
• Actively seek out methods, procedures, and resources to best achieve course objectives.
• Support and participate in accreditation initiatives.
• Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  

Job Requirements:

• Basic medical degree (MBBS/MD).
• Earned Ph.D. Degree in Basic or Clinical Microbiology from an accredited institution.
• Evidence of ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: general and system-based microbiology, basic microbiology, and clinical microbiology.
• Previous experience teaching in an integrated systems-based curriculum.
• Previous involvement in Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Team-Based Learning (TBL) educational processes (i.e., development, tutor-guide preparation, facilitation, and assessment) will be highly desirable.
• The candidate must be able to communicate in English.
• Advanced use of technology in the education process (delivering classes via presentations, using e-learning systems, reports, etc.).

Desired candidate profile

Skills Required:

Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing.
Dedication to continued professional development and scholarship.
Engaging in scholarly work that is of very high quality as evidenced by external peer review.
Exhibit strong pedagogic skills and to remain proficient and current in their disciplines.
Ability to develop and lead high-quality research.
Ability to provide academic advising for students.
Ability to work effectively with multiple diverse communities.
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to address complex sustainability challenges.
Ability to secure research funding and manage grant proposals effectively.
Interpersonal Skills:

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for diverse audiences.
Strong collaboration skills to work with interdisciplinary teams and community partners.
Ability to mentor and guide graduate students and early-career researchers.