DMU is set to open a new overseas campus, offering a range of courses to students in Dubai. Based in Dubai International Academic City, the opening marks the first time DMU has ran a campus overseas and the milestone is part of the university's wider TransNational Education (TNE) programme. 

De Montfort University (DMU) has a compelling and ambitious global agenda with a sharp focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus-wide focus on providing a high-quality student experience.

A culturally rich university with a genuine commitment to contributing for the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. DMU is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that is daring and successful. This success is built on providing students with fantastic experiential learning coupled with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers demand.

Department

The Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing, (SEC) is home to a diverse range of courses across three specialist areas, taught by experienced academics in professional facilities equipped with cutting-edge technology.

The role

The Faculty is seeking an experienced academic in the subject of Psychology to support the development, delivery and management of courses offered at DMU Dubai.

The purpose of the role is to contribute to teaching and support of students on psychology programmes.  This includes preparation and delivery of lectures, seminars, and practical workshops; teaching of research methods, setting and marking of assessments, project supervision and personal tutoring.

The person

You will have a PhD in Psychology or equivalent post-graduate qualification (e.g. professional doctorate). The successful candidate will have an important role in the delivery of teaching relevant topics, including research methods. Applicants must have the proven ability of excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to teaching relevant subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 

Essential criteria:
1.    PhD in Psychology (or equivalent professional qualification)
2.    Expertise and experience in teaching undergraduate Psychology in a higher education context.
3.    First qualification should confer eligibility for the graduate basis for chartered membership of the British Psychological Society, or equivalent. 
4.    Interest and evidence of expertise appropriate to teaching quantitative and/or qualitative research methods at undergraduate level. 
5.    Subject expertise in a core area of Psychology (e.g. Cognitive, Social, Biological, Research Methods).

Desirable Criteria:
1.    Professional teaching qualification.
2.    Taught postgraduate qualification in Psychology.
3.    Professional qualification in Psychology.
4.    Research publications in high impact journals.
5.    Eligibility to become chartered with the British Psychological Society.
6.    Research experience in a University setting. 
7.    Experience of, and a commitment to quality assurance processes operating in higher education.
8.    Experience of using technology to enhance learning. 
9.    Ability to work in a team.
10.    Ability to present in a competent, coherent and engaging manner.
11.    Experience of setting and marking assessments in a University setting. 
12.    Design teaching material and deliver across a range of modules 
13.    Deliver outstanding teaching, learning, assessment and feedback to undergraduate (including foundation year) and postgraduate levels 
14.    Teaching relevant modules to the foundation level. 
15.    Track and monitor progress of students as module leader and/or personal tutor 
16.    Act as a responsible team member, leading where agreed, and develop productive working relationships with other members of staff 
17.    Collaborate with colleagues to identify and respond to students’ needs 
18.    Closely work with the technicians in the labs to prepare and deliver the module requirements 
19.    Addressing and delivering the appraisal targets set in combination of your line manager

What’s next?
At the present time, we wish to hear from candidates who are already located in the Middle East and hold the required permits to reside and work, full-time in Dubai. We invite interested parties to submit their CV and cover letter to the Subject Head, Fuad Khoshnaw by email to: careers.dubai@dmu.ac.uk. In your application, please state your availability / work notice period.
 

De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model positive behaviours both within the university and to reflect the diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from all potential candidates.