Psychology Instructor

Roles and responsibilities

About the job

The College of Humanities and Sciences, Ajman University, has an opening for the position of Assistant/Associate/ Professor in Clinical Psychology, starting Fall semester 2024-2025.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• The applicant must have a PhD from an accredited university in the United Arab Emirates.
• The applicant must have at least (3) years of experience in teaching in an academic institution applying the credit hour system.
• The applicant should have published papers in journals within the global databases (Scopus).
• The applicant must be fluent in both Arabic and English (Arabic is a must).
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and deliver courses to students in specified discipline areas of study, considering and aiming to achieve the three (3)
• Fundamental standards of the University, those are: Teaching, Research and services
• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and provide feedback to sustain student success.
• Research, organize and manage instructional resources, courses outlines, and community networks.
• Actively seek out methods, procedures and resources to best achieve course objectives.
• Support and participate in accreditation initiatives.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  

Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to work effectively with a multiple diverse community.
• Ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
• Program planning and implementation skills.
• Knowledge of computerized student information systems

Desired candidate profile

Skills Required:

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
Ability to work effectively with a multiple diverse community.
Ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
Program planning and implementation skills.
Knowledge of computerized student information systems
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.
Passion for promoting healthy and sustainable practices in communities.
Commitment to innovative research that impacts policy and practice.
Adaptability and a proactive approach to emerging research areas.