Assistant Professor Computer Sciences (dubai Campus)

United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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Purpose of the role

The School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (MACS) at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is seeking to make a further full-time appointment of an Assistant Professor in computer science. This post has arisen due to the ongoing development of the MACS portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes offered in Dubai, in line with the University\'s ambitious growth plans. The successful candidate will be required to deliver and assess computer science courses at the University\'s Dubai Campus. In addition, the position will require the undertaking of basic administrative duties, involvement in student recruitment activities and the supervision of student projects and dissertations. The successful applicant will hold a PhD in Computer Science. Previous teaching experience is essential. Programmes will be delivered in English and so fluency in English is also essential.

Skills and Requirements

Essential
  • PhD in Computer Science
  • Relevant teaching experience at H.E. level
  • Ability to teach and supervise topics in a wide range of computer science / data science subjects
  • Excellent spoken, written and understanding of English
  • Relevant team-working and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work flexibly and carry out teaching activities in the evenings and weekends
Desirable
  • The ability to take up the appointment in August 2023
  • Evidence of scholarship and/or research in computer science
  • Experience of working at a British university or experience of delivering British university programmes in other countries
  • An ability to identify and develop opportunities for personal and collective research
  • Teaching/research experience in one or more of the following areas
  • Games Programming.
  • Compilers
  • Functional programming in general, OCAML in particular.
  • Data visualisation.
At Heriot-Watt we understand that being diverse makes us better which is why we support a culture of respect and equal opportunity, and value diversity at the heart of what we do. We want to increase the diversity of our workplace to underpin a dynamic and creative environment.

The appointment is conditional upon successful completion of all Labour and Immigration formalities, and the start date will need to be delayed if the employment visa is not in place.

Heriot-Watt University

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1501848
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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