Oryx Universal College in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University | Full time
Senior Lecturers / Lecturers - Computer Science
Doha, Qatar | Posted on 15/02/2024
Industry Education Work Experience 5+ years We are currently seeking to recruit Senior Lecturers/Lecturers for the
School of Computing and Data Science. The successful candidates will be responsible for teaching various modules in the
BSc (Hons) Computer Science programme.
If you believe you meet the expectations and requirements of this role, please apply with your CV/professional profile for consideration for interviews .
Note: Only applications submitted via the recruitment portal will be considered for these roles. Due to the large number of applications received, we may only contact the shortlisted candidates for interviews
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About the Role
Candidates joining as senior lecturers or lecturers at this stage will be considered team members of the respective school. By demonstrating their leadership capabilities, skills, motivation, and productivity, they will subsequently be considered for senior roles and responsibilities within the school, including positions such as Dean, Associate Dean, Programme Leader, Module Leader, and Coordinator, among others. There are ample opportunities for growth within the institution for the right candidates .
The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate the ability to :
· Deliver a range of modules across the respective programme,
· Develop teaching materials and assessments for the modules they deliver across the programme. All lecturers are also expected to make relevant contributions to the development of teaching materials and assessments for all modules across programmes to ensure that learning objectives are met,
· Revise and update existing modules in line with the latest industry developments,
· Collaborate with industry advisory boards to enhance the relevance and quality of the programme and modules,
· Develop assessments for the programme modules, ensuring compliance with LJMU guidelines and policies, alignment with the assessment matrix, and adherence to verification and external moderation deadlines,
· Serve as a personal tutor for students across the programme portfolio,
· Act as an academic coach and mentor to students, being available and willing to discuss students' concerns and issues, their performance, and academic progression,
· Teach and assess students across a range of written and presentation skills, providing individual feedback on students’ performances,
· Participate in extracurricular activities to build teamwork and student engagement,
· Supervise or co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects within their field of expertise,
· Comply with all LJMU academic regulations and Oryx Universal College Quality Assurance processes related to the modules and programmes they deliver,
· Contribute to the continuous development of existing programmes and the introduction of new programmes within their school,
· Develop and deliver CPD and short courses to enhance the School of Computing and Data Science's portfolio,
· Engage in approved research to contribute to knowledge in strategic priority areas,
· Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars, conduct tutorials, practical sessions, workshops, and student field excursions at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels,
· Attend departmental, school, and faculty meetings and serve on a number of committees,
· Commit to structured and unstructured continuous professional and personal development to enhance performance, career growth opportunities, and unlock potential,
Proactively and on-demand participate in other corporate and academic activities to contribute to the college's strategy and growth plans .
Requirements
We expect you to demonstrate the following requirements:
A postgraduate degree (preferably a PhD or being in the process of completing a PhD in relevant research fields, or a master's degree with relevant industry experience),
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English,
Ambition and motivation in the pursuit of academic research and excellence,
The ability to inspire the best potential in every student through trust, quality of engagement, and a leadership approach to influence others,
Expertise in the application and delivery of appropriate teaching techniques, pastoral care, mentoring students, assessments, and marking,
The ability to work well independently and collaboratively with colleagues, enriching a highly valued corporate culture based on trust relationships and mutual respect,
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
Strong organisational and time management skills,
Keen attention to detail, the ability to prioritize tasks, and meet multiple deadlines,
A self-motivated, enthusiastic, and innovative mindset,
Experience and/or qualifications in teaching in a tertiary education environment,
The ability to work well in a team and enrich the corporate culture of the wider organisation
Additional value will be regarded for:
Experience in conducting high-quality academic research and a track record of refereed research publications,
Demonstrated ability to mentor and provide research guidance to junior researchers,
Experience in curriculum and subject material development,
Experience in developing and/or implementing processes and policies in a tertiary education environment.
Selected candidates are expected to relocate to Qatar around May-July 2024 .
Benefits
Location: Doha, Qatar
Annual Salary Package: Between
GBP 65,000 – 90,000 which includes Accommodation Allowance and Transportation Allowance .
Private Medical Insurance is provided to all sponsored employees and their dependents, with other benefits (Salary is tax-free in Qatar). Candidates demonstrating a track record in leadership competencies and achievements can expect to be considered for the higher spectrum of the scale
Rapid growth opportunities are available based on the demonstration of competencies, potential contribution to growth, and outstanding performance. Additional allowances such as dependent children's school fee allowance will be considered for those candidates willing to move to Qatar with families .
Hours: Fulltime
We offer excellent remuneration packages to suitable candidates in line with market conditions, and an additional incentive package linked to organization-level KPIs can be negotiated. In the State of Qatar,
the salary is not subject to any local tax.
Undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU – UK) are offered in Qatar in partnership with Oryx Universal College (OUC), located in a central location in Doha. The team at OUC is committed to the mission "To empower our generation and future generations to be global leaders; through the creation, application, and propagation of knowledge, research, and innovation". More information about the college can be found at .
The following programmes are scheduled to be offered in the Academic Year 2024/2025 at the Doha Campus:
Undergraduate Programmes:
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
BA (Hons) Human Resource Management
Postgraduate Programmes:
MSc Project Management
MSc Leadership and Management Practice
MSc Cyber Security
MSc Investment and Finance
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