Job Title
Faculty Position in Nutrition (Assistant/Associate/ Full Professor)
Location
Doha,QA
Department Name
College of Health Sciences/Department of Nutrition Sciences
College/Department Profile
Qatar University Profile:
Qatar University is the national institution of higher education in Qatar. It provides high quality undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare competent graduates, destined to shape the future of Qatar. The university community has diverse and committed faculty who teach and conduct research, which addresses relevant local and regional challenges, advances knowledge, and contributes actively to addressing the needs and aspirations of society.
College of Health Sciences Profile:
The College of Health Sciences (CHS) is home to a number of exciting undergraduate and graduate programs in the health sciences. From nutrition and rehabilitation sciences to biomedical sciences and public health, our range of offerings is designed to meet the needs of Qatar’s growing health sector. Our programs boast innovative curricula, intensive experiential learning, and exciting research opportunities.
CHS is also a member of QU Health, a unique and strategic clustering of medical and allied health programs, which includes the Colleges of Medicine, Dental Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. At QU Health, the health teams of tomorrow start their professional journey learning and interacting together in a diverse environment and faculty across colleges work together in multidisciplinary research groups.
Position Summary:
The B.Sc. in Nutrition & Dietetics is established under the Department of Nutrition Sciences. The program is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for an academic position in Nutrition at the level of Assistant/Associate/ Full Professor, beginning January 2024. The candidate will be required to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, conduct research, and contribute to the department, college and university services.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Teach courses in the area of expertise such as (but not limited to) human nutrition, nutrition assessment, medical nutrition therapy, food service management, community nutrition, nutrigenomics, research methods.
- Supervise research projects and theses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Contribute to the research profile of the college through research grants and publications.
- Assist in the community service, marketing, and outreach activities of the department programs.
- Contribute to various committees at the department, college, and university level.
- Engage in professional development activities/training to enhance teaching effectiveness and stay updated about advancements in the field.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department
Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Nutrition or related field with a focus/experience in clinical nutrition- Registered Dietitian status would be preferable
2. Applicant should demonstrate active role in both collaborating on and leading independent research, including grant writing and submission.
3. Strong peer reviewed publication record
4. Experience in teaching and supervising post graduate degrees
5. Ability to lead as well as to function as a strong collaborator on a multidisciplinary team
6. Familiar with Educational technologies used in higher education sector
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills
Required Documents
- Ph.D. in Nutrition or related field with a focus/experience in clinical nutrition- Registered Dietitian status would be preferable.
- Applicant should demonstrate active role in both collaborating on and leading independent research, including grant writing and submission.
- Strong peer reviewed publication record
- Experience in teaching and supervising post graduate degrees
- Ability to lead as well as to function as a strong collaborator on a multidisciplinary team.
- Familiar with Educational technologies used in higher education sector.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
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.
How To Apply
- Returning Applicant: Please login in QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) to update/edit your saved profile. Use this profile to apply for this position.
- New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete, you may use it to apply for an open Position.
Job Category
Academic
End Date of Advertisment
31-Mar-2025
