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Academic Bridge Program Lectureship (Academic Bridge Program) (Academic)

- Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Academic Bridge Program Lectureship (Academic Bridge Program) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

The English Language Unit of the Academic Bridge Program (ABP) at the Company, Abu Dhabi, is seeking to hire new faculty at the Lecturer level for the academic year of 2015 – 2016 starting in August of 2015.

Responsibilities:

• 18 hours a week of teaching male and/or female high school graduates

• Participation in professional development and research

• Service to both the ABP and the wider PI community

Minimum Requirements:

Requirements specific to the Lectureship positions:

• Earned Master’s degree from well-recognized university in Applied Linguistics, TESOL, ELT or related field

• Native or native-like speaker of English

• Minimum of 3years EFL teaching experience at tertiary level. Expertise in teaching TOEFL and/or IELTS considered a plus

• Experience in teaching Middle-Eastern learners

• Excellent health (selected candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical examination)

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Academic Bridge Program Advisor (Academic)

Academic Bridge Program Advisor (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Academic Bridge Program Advisor is responsible to support Academic Bridge Program students in their growth and development by developing meaningful educational plans that are compatible with student goals.

Worked Performed:

• Understand and clarify Arts and Science departmental expectations including placement tests and courses; maintain knowledge of all the degree offerings.

• Evaluate students’ performance and identify those who require special attention and guidance; seek to develop a trusted relationship with them.

• Proactively seek contact and be available for students on a regular basis; post and maintain office hours for student consultation.

• Assist in understanding students’ concerns and assist with initial adjustment to university academic life.

• Assist in identifying recurring student concerns and suggest ways to resolve them either in groups or individual advising sessions.

• Work with Academic Bridge Program students to recognize and achieve their academic goals by providing them with guidance and information about possible options and consequences of their academic decisions.

• Monitor and follow-up on student progress against goals by regularly meeting with students to discuss grades and other performance indicators.

• Monitor and closely follow-up on students with any report of unsatisfactory performance; e.g. poor attendance, low grades, etc.

• Refer students to the Company Counselors and/or external counseling institutions in case where students portray the need for special personal and professional attention.

• Reinforce the purpose and relationship between both educational program and career.

• Record and maintain database of student advising and performance.

• Participate in fostering a culture of highest ethical standards, compliance with external and internal policies and procedures, regulations, and effective business practices in the university.

• Perform other tasks and duties that may be, from time to time, required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a related field.

• Post graduate degree is a plus.

• Minimum three years of experience in student academic advising or related field.

• Strong understanding of student academic needs and concerns.

• Experience working with multiple stakeholders in a collaborative environment.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills; can be direct and forceful as well as diplomatic.

• Enthusiastic and energetic about the Company’s mission to provide high quality engineering and science professionals through a continued commitment to excellence.

• Ability to nurture collaborative approaches to problem solving.

• Highly student-oriented, able to demonstrate concern for student needs and preferences in decisions made, policies implemented, and employee training in collaboration with staff, students and faculty.

• Excellent people management skills and the ability to work with diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze input data in a logical manner and apply problem solving techniques to produce clear conclusions.

• Computer proficiency/skills.

• Fluent in English; Arabic is preferred.

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Senior Lecturer (Academic Bridge Program) (Academic)

Senior Lecturer (Academic Bridge Program) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Senior Lecturer is responsible for delivering high quality teaching and student support on designated programs in line with the Company’s academic standards and curricula. The incumbent contributes to the design and development of the course curriculum and material, supporting the Company in becoming the preeminent and preferred university in the region.

Worked Performed:

• Deliver a range of programs at various levels to ensure high quality teaching and assessment compliant with the quality and educational standards and regulations of the program, the university and, where relevant, external regulators.

• Contribute to the design, planning and development of high-quality course curriculum and materials to promote learning.

• Support students in acquiring the knowledge and skills required by Companies as appropriate.

• Design and communicate course content, requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements to students and department.

• Prepare lectures and seminars and teach classes according to an approved course syllabus.

• Follow up on student progress, provide feedback to students and make suggestions to the Director of Academic Bridge Program/Head of English on improvements to the curriculum in line with the objectives of the Company.

• Maintain records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.

• Conduct the academic duties required to sustain the delivery of high quality teaching, including developing exam questions, grading exams and papers.

• Identify students' learning styles in each class and apply appropriate teaching methodologies during class in order to provide intellectually stimulating classes and facilitate the most appropriate teaching and learning situations.

• Act as an academic advisor to assigned students by aiming to maximize learning opportunities, challenging students, resolving any issues, and appropriately retaining students.

• Recommend textbooks and other learning material as appropriate to enhance student learning experiences.

• Post and maintain office hours for student consultation at reasonable times.

• Attend all faculty meetings, professional development, orientation activities, and other meetings as requested by the Director of Academic Bridge Program/Head of English.

• Contribute to the creation of an intellectual atmosphere at the University by attending seminars, workshops, etc.

• Develop internal networks within the Company and partner universities, by participating in committees for example, in order to promote a collaborative university community.

• Contribute to the accreditation process within the programas appropriate.

• Perform other tasks and duties that may be, from time to time, required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline and/or have international eminent experience as a practitioner.

• Minimum five years of post-masters teaching experience.

• Experience in curriculum development and teaching methods is required.

• Strong understanding of own specialized area of expertise to support the development of knowledge, innovation and understanding within the field.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills; can be direct and forceful as well as diplomatic.

• Ability to work with and manage diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Continuous improvement, actively pursue ongoing efforts to improve performance and increase one’s ability to fulfill requirements.

• Enthusiastic and energetic about the Company’s mission to provide high quality engineering and science professionals through a continued commitment to excellence.

• Quality-focused, ability to demonstrate use of quality methods, tools and techniques used to create and support an environment that meets the needs of the organization.

• Time management, ability to set priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum effectiveness.

• Ability to assume authority, responsibility, and accountability.

• Fluent in English, Arabic is considered a plus.

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Research / Teaching Associate (Electrical Engineering) (Academic)

Research / Teaching Associate (Electrical Engineering) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Research Teaching Associate contributes to research and teaching by supporting faculty in initiatives and programs in line with the strategy of Company. The incumbent has a direct role in supporting Company to emerge as a leading engineering and science learning and research university focused on the oil, gas, and energy sectors. The incumbent contributes directly to the intellectual life of Company.

Worked Performed:

• Support faculty members at Company in initiating and conducting innovative research programs that develop academic recognition to make Company a leading research university.

• Assist in developing research proposals; seek internal and external funding through Company, regional and international research grants and/or contracts to support in developing research programs.

• Assist faculty in coordinating research and collaborative partnerships with company or other appropriate entities, public sector bodies, commercial organizations or other research bodies as appropriate in order to advance and promote knowledge, education and training in the area of oil, gas, and energy sectors.

• Assist faculty in independent research activity in the specialized area(s) of expertise in coordination with Company or partner universities.

• Conduct high-quality research with the objective of producing conference papers and refereed publications that raise the profile of Company and add to what is known about the specialist field.

• Prepare lectures and seminars and teach classes according to an approved course syllabus.

• Support students in acquiring the knowledge and skills required by company of Companies as appropriate.

• Maintain records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.

• Perform various editorial responsibilities including writing, reviewing and editing materials for publication.

• Compile and analyze data, record and maintain records.

• Coordinate day to day activities with the research team on collaborative research programs.

• Prepare publication schedule and identify opportunities or threats that may influence research plan and priorities and adjust research activities in response.

• Assist in the procurement process of supplies in the specific area including identifying requirements and equipment specifications.

• Contribute to the creation of an intellectual atmosphere at the University by organizing seminars, workshops, etc.

• Represent Company regionally and internationally at appropriate professional conferences as required.

• Develop internal networks within Company and partner universities, by participating in committees for example, in order to promote a collaborative university community.

• Contribute and adhere to the accreditation process within the department as appropriate.

• Perform other tasks and duties that may be from time to time required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.

Key Performance Areas:

• Research

• Teaching

• Professional Service

Minimum Requirements:

• PHD degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline and/or international eminent experience as a practitioner.

• Minimum two years of post-doctorate research and teaching experience in a relevant field.

• Experience in Lab Management and Procurement.

• Experience in curriculum development and teaching methods is preferred.

• Potential to attract research grants.

• Record of contributions to conferences and professional publications.

• In-depth understanding of own specialized area(s) of expertise to support the development of knowledge, knowledge transfer, innovation and understanding within the field.

• Ability to conduct high quality and original research, publish the results in scholarly journals, and present research findings at peer conferences.

• Ability to effectively communicate thoughts, ideas, and specifications through oral communications and in writing in a way that interests and motivates students.

• Ability to work with diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Continuous improvement by actively pursuing professional and career development opportunities to improve individual performance and to further contribute to the success of Company.

• Enthusiastic and energetic about Company’s goal to merge as a leading engineering and science research university focused on the oil, gas, and energy sectors.

• Quality-focused, ability to demonstrate use of quality methods, tools and techniques used to create and support an environment that meets the needs of the organization.

• Ability to assume authority, responsibility, and accountability.

• Fluent in English, Arabic is preferred.

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Professor (Electrical Engineering) (Academic)

Professor (Electrical Engineering) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Professor shall engage in research, scholarship and creative activities, teach ,and provide service to the institution in line with Company’s academic standards. The Professor will collaborate with faculty members and senior leadership to create a vibrant university community that will positively impact and contribute to the development of the company as well as the wider region by tapping into collective intellect. They will work collaboratively with staff and faculty members to help students develop the required knowledge, skills and attitudes for success in their studies and beyond.

Worked Performed:

• Ensure that Company students acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for success.

• Competently deliver high quality teaching through a variety of instructional strategies and technologies in order to foster active student learning at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Contribute to the development of graduate and undergraduate curricula.

• Contribute to continuing education programs.

• Provide and enhance academic advising and mentoring to students.

• Strong leadership role in the relevant program’s continuous improvement process and institutional strategic planning

• Lead and coordinate research and scholarly activity that effectively contributes to the Company research profile.

• Publish research through the preparation and submission of high impact journal and conference papers and participation in international academic conferences.

• Demonstrate strong international reputation evidenced through invited talks, Keynote addresses, and the significance of their scholarly and creative achievements.

• Mentor and supervise junior faculty and research associates.

• Chair graduate students thesis and/or capstone design committees

• Assume leadership roles on academic and administrative committees at both the program and the institutional levels.

• Perform other institutional tasks and duties as required.

Key Performance Areas:

• Teaching

• Research

• Service

Minimum Requirements:

• Earned PhD degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline.

• Minimum seven years of post-doctorate experience in research, academia, or industry.

• Outstanding record of teaching, research, and scholarly activities

• Outstanding record of securing research funding.

• Evidence of national and international professional recognition.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise junior faculty and research associates.

• Evidence of successful leadership of research groups.

• Evidence of active contribution in curriculum development.

• Ability to produce high quality and original research, publish the results in scholarly journals, and present it at internationally renowned conferences in a particular area(s) of specialization.

• Excellent communication skills, ability to demonstrate knowledge in a logical manner, skilled at presenting thoughts, ideas, and specifications orally and in writing.

• Ability to work with diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Enthusiastic and energetic about Company’s mission to provide high quality engineering and science professionals through a continued commitment to excellence in service.

• Ability to provide ongoing constructive feedback and learning opportunities, through formal or informal methods, in order to develop the ability of others to perform effectively and contribute to the organization.

• Ability to assume authority, responsibility, and accountability.

• Fluent in English, Arabic is desirable.

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Research / Teaching Associate (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Research / Teaching Associate (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Research Teaching Associate contributes to research and teaching by supporting faculty in initiatives and programs in line with the strategy of company. The incumbent has a direct role in supporting company to emerge as a leading engineering and science learning and research university focused on the oil, gas, and energy sectors. The incumbent contributes directly to the intellectual life of company.

Worked Performed:

• Support faculty members at company in initiating and conducting innovative research programs that develop academic recognition to make company a leading research university.

• Assist in developing research proposals; seek internal and external funding through company, regional and international research grants and/or contracts to support in developing research programs.

• Assist faculty in independent research activity in the specialized area(s) of expertise in coordination with company or partner universities.

• Conduct high-quality research with the objective of producing conference papers and refereed publications that raise the profile of company and add to what is known about the specialist field.

• Prepare lectures and seminars and teach classes according to an approved course syllabus.

• Support students in acquiring the knowledge and skills required by company Group of Companies as appropriate.

• Maintain records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.

• Perform various editorial responsibilities including writing, reviewing and editing materials for publication.

• Compile and analyze data, record and maintain records.

• Coordinate day to day activities with the research team on collaborative research programs.

• Prepare publication schedule and identify opportunities or threats that may influence research plan and priorities and adjust research activities in response.

• Assist in the procurement process of supplies in the specific area including identifying requirements and equipment specifications.

• Contribute to the creation of an intellectual atmosphere at the University by organizing seminars, workshops, etc.

• Represent company regionally and internationally at appropriate professional conferences as required.

• Develop internal networks within company and partner universities, by participating in committees for example, in order to promote a collaborative university community.

• Contribute and adhere to the accreditation process within the department as appropriate.

• Perform other tasks and duties that may be from time to time required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University.

Key Performance Areas:

• Research

• Teaching

• Professional Service

Minimum Requirements:

• PHD degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline and/or international eminent experience as a practitioner.

• Minimum two years of post-doctorate research and teaching experience in a relevant field.

• Experience in Lab Management and Procurement.

• Experience in curriculum development and teaching methods is preferred.

• Potential to attract research grants.

• Record of contributions to conferences and professional publications.

• In-depth understanding of own specialized area(s) of expertise to support the development of knowledge, knowledge transfer, innovation and understanding within the field.

• Ability to conduct high quality and original research, publish the results in scholarly journals, and present research findings at peer conferences.

• Ability to effectively communicate thoughts, ideas, and specifications through oral communications and in writing in a way that interests and motivates students.

• Ability to work with diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Continuous improvement by actively pursuing professional and career development opportunities to improve individual performance and to further contribute to the success of company

• Enthusiastic and energetic about company’s goal to merge as a leading engineering and science research university focused on the oil, gas, and energy sectors.

• Quality-focused, ability to demonstrate use of quality methods, tools and techniques used to create and support an environment that meets the needs of the organization.

• Ability to assume authority, responsibility, and accountability.

• Fluent in English, Arabic is preferred.

Kindly send your updated CV to fivecont@emirates.net.ae and mention in the subject the position you are applying for or click here to apply.

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Assistant Professor (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Assistant Professor (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Assistant Professor will collaborate with faculty members to create a vibrant university community that will positively impact and contribute to the development of the region by tapping into collective intellect. They will work closely to inspire and develop students so that they have the skills knowledge and attitudes to succeed in their studies and beyond. The Assistant Professor is responsible for the delivery of courses in line with Company’s academic standards and curricula. This position is expected to support teaching and research programs in line with the university’s strategy of the respective department and Company. They have a direct role in contributing to Company in becoming the preeminent and preferred technological university in the region. This is typically an entry level appointment.

Worked Performed:

• Support Company students to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for success.

• Deliver high quality teaching through a variety of instructional strategies and technologies in order to foster active student learning at the undergraduate level and, when applicable, at the graduate level.

• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.

• Contribute to the relevant program’s continuous improvement process

• Actively engage in research and scholarly activity and contribute to the Company research profile.

• Publish research through the preparation and submission of journal and conference papers and participation in academic conferences.

• Participate in graduate students thesis and/or capstone design committees

• Participate in academic and administrative committees.

• Perform other institutional tasks and duties as required.

Key Performance Areas:

• Teaching

• Research

• Service

Minimum Requirements:

• Earned Ph.D. Degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline.

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

• Proven research potential.

• Potential for attracting research grants.

• Ability to conduct high quality and original research, publish the results in scholarly journals, and present at peer conferences in area(s) of specialization.

• Effective communication skills, ability to demonstrate knowledge in a logical manner, skilled at presenting thoughts, ideas, and specifications orally and in writing.

• Ability to work with diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Fluent in English, Arabic is desirable.

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Associate Professor (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Associate Professor (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Associate Professor will collaborate with faculty members to create a vibrant university community that will positively impact and contribute to the development of the company as well as the wider region by tapping into collective intellect. They will work collaboratively with staff and faculty members to help students develop the required knowledge, skills and attitudes for success in their studies and beyond. The Associate Professor contributes to the design and development of graduate and undergraduate courses in line with the Company’s academic standards. This position is expected to contribute to the Company by developing teaching and research in line with the university’s strategy in the respective department.

Worked Performed:

• Support Company students to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for success.

• Proficiently deliver high quality teaching through a variety of instructional strategies and technologies in order to foster active student learning at the undergraduate level and when applicable at the graduate level.

• Contribute to the development of graduate and undergraduate courses.

• Provide and enhance academic advising and mentoring to students.

• Serve in a leading role in the relevant program’s continuous improvement process

• Actively engage in research and scholarly activity and contribute to the Company research profile.

• Publish research through the preparation and submission of journal and conference papers and participation in academic conferences.

• Mentor and/or supervise junior faculty and research associates.

• Seek national and international professional recognition

• Chair graduate students thesis and/or capstone design committees

• Assume leadership roles on academic and administrative committees

• Perform other institutional tasks and duties as required.

Key Performance Areas:

• Teaching

• Research

• Service

Minimum Requirements:

• Earned PhD degree from an accredited university in a relevant discipline.

• Significant experience as an Assistant Professor.

• Documented record of excellence with regards to teaching, research, and scholarly activities

• Demonstrated record of securing research funding.

• Experience in curriculum development.

• Demonstrated potential for national and international professional recognition

• Demonstrated potential to mentor and/or supervise junior faculty and research associates.

Competencies:

• Ability to produce high quality and original research, publish the results in scholarly journals, and present it at national/international conferences in a particular area(s) of specialization.

• Excellent communication skills, ability to demonstrate knowledge in a logical manner, skilled at presenting thoughts, ideas, and specifications orally and in writing.

• Ability to work with diverse groups, cultures, and communities.

• Ability to assume authority, responsibility, and accountability.

• Fluent in English, Arabic is desirable.

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Professor (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Professor (Petroleum Engineering) (Academic)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Basic Function:

• The Professor shall engage in research, scholarship and creative activities, teach, ,and provide service to the institution in line with Company’s academic standards. The Professor will collaborate with faculty members and senior leadership to create a vibrant university community that will positively impact and contribute to the development of the company as well as the wider region by tapping into collective intellect. They will work collaboratively with staff and faculty members to help students develop the required knowledge, skills and attitudes for success in their studies and beyond.