Qatar University
Duties & Responsibilities • Passion for building an innovative College of Medicine for the state of Qatar. • Strong commitment to teaching, with proficiency in teaching medical biochemistry. • Contributes to the enhancement and development of other medical courses. • Promoting collaborative and interdisciplinary research in areas of priority for the medical college. • Fostering a supportive environment for students. • Fostering academic and interdisciplinary research links with the relevant departments and centers at the University. • Promoting and communicating the work of College to the public through a variety of community outreach activities, including workshops, lectures, publications, etc. • Participates in the formulation and implementation of the College’s strategic plan in alignment with the strategic plan of the University. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • PhD with evidence of scholarship in medical biochemistry or closely related disciplines. Additional MD degree preferred. • Strong background and demonstrated excellence in the teaching of medical biochemistry in a medical context, preferably in problem based learning environment and in a case based integrated curriculum; includes teaching at a university entry level for incoming students. • Demonstrated ability to develop and continually improve a curriculum in the relevant area. • Clear evidence of outstanding scholarship in (medical) education. • A strong record of relevant research experience backed with a strong track record of research productivity, including publications. • Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Effective interpersonal and administrative skills. • Expected to demonstrate excellence in interpersonal behaviors and be committed to effective collaboration with colleagues. • Proficiency in English and Arabic (both written and verbal) is preferred. Required Documents • Current Curriculum Vitea. • Cover letter. • Teaching, research, and service philosophy. • Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact). • Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree). • Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application. Benefits • A three-year renewable contract. • Salary is commensurate with experience. • Tax-free salary. • Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies. • Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies. • Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies. • Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies. • Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies. • End-of-contract indemnity.