Job Description

Overall Purpose:

The University of Stirling - RAK Campus

is seeking to recruit a

professionally qualified Assistant Professor

in the

Department of Computing

.

The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing our reputation as a center for research excellence and delivering high-quality, innovative teaching that ensures an outstanding student experience. This newly created opportunity involves teaching and research in

Computer Science Data Science & AI and Software Engineering

, covering areas such as (but not limited to): advanced software development, systems for big data analytics, statistical data analysis, data mining, data privacy & security, data visualization, exploration, Computing, Data Structure, Discrete Structures, Full Stack Development (JavaScript , Node.Js , React.Js ), Core Java + Advanced Java, Web Service using Spring Boot, Mobile Application Development, Natural Language Processing(NLP).

Candidates must be

professionally qualified

, with demonstrated academic and/or industry experience relevant to the role.
To plan, prepare and teach strong lessons for the classroom which enthuse and inspire students, and promote enjoyment of learning. To select and sequence appropriate materials, resources and approaches according to the course type and learners. To adhere to the standards and procedures detailed in the Staff Handbook. To carry out formative and summative assessments as appropriate.

Principal Duties:

To assess, track, plan, deliver art instruction in didactic and provide relevant and timely feedback on achievement, progress and developmental needs to students, academic and other managers/colleagues, including student records. To write half-termly reports on students with clear formative comments and targets as to how to improve work, by deadlines given, and provide regular estimated grades and feedback on tests as required. Maintain effective records of lessons, grades awarded and marks given in class. Ensure accurate attendance records are kept for every lesson. To set, evaluate, and mark students' course work, homework and other assignments promptly, and to record marks on College systems as requested, in accordance with the College Assessment and Marking Policy and procedures. To complete associated and administrative tasks to deadlines, as directed To induct students appropriately, to provide academic advice, counseling, educational guidance, and tutorial support to students, including individual learning plans as directed. To attend academic, departmental and College meetings when required, and attend/deliver sessions as directed. Proctor exams prepare exemplars for the respective Units assigned.
Ensuring all the assessments and exemplars are approved by the Internal Verifier and Program Director.

Education / Qualifications/ Experience / Skills

Essential:

PhD in a related discipline with relevant teaching experience in Computing, Data Structure, Discrete Structures, Full Stack Development (JavaScript , Node.Js , React.Js ) , Core Java + Advanced Java, Web Service using Spring Boot, Mobile Application Development, Natural Language Processing(NLP). Familiarity with college and university programs, majors, academic processes, etc. Excellent active listening, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Have a research record & an understanding of module leadership.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to AED12,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Ras al-Khaimah: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)
Education:

Doctorate (Preferred)
Experience:

UAE University Teaching: 4 years (Preferred)
Application Deadline: 30/05/2025