Job Title: Assistant Professor in Data Science/ Analytics
College/Office: College of Engineering and IT
Qualifications & Experience
- A Ph.D. in data science/ Analytics or related fields from an internationally reputable university
- A distinguished research record in the field of data science, which is demonstrated by publishing in top international journals and conferences (Scopus and SCIE)
- Strong assurance to distinction in teaching, curriculum development, and learning outcome assessment
- Experience in teaching data science and computing courses at the undergraduate level
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in performing professional services.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and teach undergraduate courses in Data Science/ Analytics and Computer Science
- Engage in innovative and technology-based approaches to learning and teaching
- Participate in committees at the departmental, college, and/or university levels as assigned
- Actively engage in promoting the growth of the Ajman University
- Ability to provide consultancy services to researchers and the business community.
- Assess and track each student's progress and give feedback to support ongoing success.
- Conduct high-quality research in his/her own field and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences
- Ensure a respectful and culturally sensitive learning environment in all college-focused activities
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships across the organization and community
- Motivate and inspire confidence in others (students and colleagues) to overcome limitations to personal growth and success
- Actively seek out methods, procedures, and resources to best achieve course and lesson objectives
- Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Knowledge & Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Familiarity with the Credit Hour academic system
- Ability to supervise student work
- Ability to provide academic advising for students
- Ability to conduct independent research and publish in reputable journals and conferences
- Ability to work effectively with diverse team members
- Knowledge of academic program planning and implementation
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
APPLICATION PROCESS
A Completed Application Will Include
- A letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- A statement of teaching philosophy and research.
- Copies of transcripts of all graduate coursework.
- A list of three professional references with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses- including a current or previous supervisor.
