Description

Khalifa University is a leading academic institution committed to providing world-class education, research, and innovation. The Department of Medical Sciences, within the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at Khalifa University, covers a wide array of fields, including biogerontology, healthy longevity, chronic disease studies, the application of artificial intelligence in healthcare, and the development of genetic and non-genetic tools for precision medicine.

Faculty members are expected to conduct cutting-edge research and secure extramural funding. The college is equipped with world-class research facilities, supporting high-caliber scientific inquiry.

Candidates should be engaged in high-impact research, deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, mentor and advise students, foster intellectual curiosity and research excellence, and actively participate in the academic community.

The department is part of a young, vibrant college with four departments (Medical Sciences, Epidemiology, Biology, and Biomedical Engineering), offering four PhD programs, as well as Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. The department currently offers a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Precision Medicine.

We invite applications for faculty positions at the rank of Professor/Associate Professor, with lower ranks potentially considered, in the following areas:

1. Biogerontology
2. Bioinformatics
3. Metabolic Diseases
4. Immunotherapy
5. Stem Cell Therapy

Qualifications

A Ph.D., MD, or equivalent degree in Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related disciplines from an accredited institution is required, along with a minimum of four years of relevant experience. Preference will be given to candidates with education and/or prior service in distinguished institutions of higher education.

Candidates should demonstrate expertise in fundamental or applied research, possess an established research track record, and have a strong publication history in top-tier journals. The applicant should have experience in writing competitive grants and attracting external research funding. A strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels is also required.

The candidate’s CV should include the following information:

• Field of Specialization
• Citation Data from Scopus and Google Scholar (with links)
• Academic Qualifications
• Academic Honors and Awards
• Membership in Professional Bodies
• Summary of Courses Taught
• Participation in Academic Accreditation (if applicable)
• Students Supervised (by level)
• Complete List of Publications
• Research Grants Obtained
• Membership on Journal Editorial Boards
• Academic and Professional Services

Employment terms:

University offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to a generous salary, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, support for education allowance for school-age children, and annual leave. Faculty members also have access to intramural and extramural research funding opportunities, state-of-the-art research facilities, and professional development programs. Relocation allowance is provided. Employment contracts are typically offered on a renewable basis, subject to performance evaluations and institutional needs.

Applications received by 29^th November 2024, will receive priority, but the positions will remain open until filled.

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae).