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Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following post: Research Assistant Professor Institute of Insurance and Risk Management (Post Ref.: 25/312) Established in 2021, the Institute of Insurance and Risk Management is a department-level, research-focused unit which holds the Lingnan University-Sun Yat-sen University GBA Research Institute for Insurance and a Risk Management (LU-SYSU IRM). The Institute’s goal is to become a leading centre of excellence in research activities and talent trainings for the risk management and insurance industry in Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, and the Region. The Institute will also contribute to developing Hong Kong as a premier international insurance hub through its academic and practice-oriented research as well as other related activities such as organizing industry-oriented forums, hosting various conferences and symposiums for academics and practitioners, and conducting practice-oriented surveys. The Institute is looking for a Research Assistant Professor, who will primarily focus on conducting scholarly research and obtain external grants, teach undergraduate/ postgraduate courses and contribute to services. General Requirements Candidates should have obtained / been conferred a PhD degree or an equivalent qualification in a Risk and Insurance or related discipline for no more than five years prior to the commencement of the appointment. In addition, the candidates should demonstrate strong commitment to quality research activities. Ideally, the candidate would have relevant experience in recognized institutions and a sound track record in research, scholarly activities, publications in top-tier journals and competitive grants. Applicants should provide information about their work experience, qualifications, research interests and achievements, and a statement of publication record. The appointee is expected to submit applications for RGC grants, other local/overseas competitive grants and/or fellowship schemes. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for two years. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

General Information Job Family: Academic College/Department: QU Health. VPMHS office Supervisor: Director for clinical affairs Working Relationships Internal Relationships QU Health colleges (CMED, CDEN, CPH, CNUR, CHS) Clinical faculty Clinical appointments committee QU Health Director for Clinical Education Heads of Clinical Training for colleges External Relationships Clinical affiliates (HMC, PHCC, Sidra, Aspetar, private hospitals and clinics) External stakeholders related to clinical education and licensing Job Summary and Key Responsibilities Job Summary The Clinical Appointment Specialist is responsible for organizing and overseeing clinical appointments and faculty licensing. This position ensures smooth collaboration between QU Health and its clinical affiliates by handling faculty appointments, licensing, and QU Health Graduates’ recruitment. Moreover, the Clinical Appointment Specialist acts as a primary point of contact with external stakeholders, contributing to the effectiveness and success of clinical education programs. Responsibilities include also supporting the development of innovative evaluation tools and manages data collection, reporting, and the dissemination of information through reports and newsletters. Key Responsibilities The candidate of this position will be responsible to effectively work with multiple interfaces including colleges (departments heads, associate dean for academic affairs, and dean); colleges under the QU-Health cluster (QU-health Director for clinical education and heads of clinical training for colleges); and clinical Affiliates (mainly, but not limited to HMC; PHCC, Sidra; Aspetar, and private hospitals and clinics).  And MOPH for licensing. Roles and Responsibilities include: Clinical Appointments: Facilitate Clinical Affiliate Engagement and Streamline the Clinical Appointment Process: Act as the primary point of contact for clinical affiliates, providing comprehensive support and guidance throughout the application and recruitment process at various QU Health colleges (CMED, CDEN, CPH, CNUR, and CHS).  Offering guidance and answering questions to help applicants navigate the process successfully. Tracking the status of applications and communicating updates to applicants in a timely manner. Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical affiliates, ensuring a positive and efficient experience. Oversee the entire clinical appointment process, collaborating closely with clinical faculty to ensure a smooth and efficient application and recruitment workflow. Develop and implement standardized procedures to optimize efficiency and transparency. Conduct Thorough Application Reviews: Review applications from clinical affiliates, meticulously checking for completeness and accuracy.  Request additional details or information from applicants as needed to ensure a comprehensive evaluation. Create and maintain detailed checklists for applicants to ensure all required documentation and information are submitted for rank recommendations.  Monitor Offer Status sent by the Academic Recruitment Office: Follow up and track the status of offers sent by the Academic Recruitment Office to clinical affiliates. Monitor acceptance rates and manage appeals from applicants, ensuring timely and appropriate responses Manage Applicant Appeals: Respond to appeals from clinical appointment applicants in a timely and professional manner. Prepare comprehensive appeal cases for review by the Appeals Committee, ensuring all relevant information is presented accurately. Manage Clinical Appointments and Renewals: Manage and organize all aspects of clinical appointments and contract renewals, ensuring adherence to university policies and procedures. Maintain accurate records of appointments and renewals, tracking key dates and deadlines. Oversee Applications for Promotion: Manage and organize requests from clinical affiliates seeking promotion to a higher rank. Carefully review each application to ensure it meets all requirements and adheres to university policies and procedures. Communicate with applicants regarding their eligibility for promotion. Provide detailed explanations to those who do not meet the criteria for a higher rank, offering guidance and support for future applications. For eligible applicants, develop and maintain detailed checklists to ensure all required documentation and information is submitted for rank recommendations. Oversee Annual Appraisal Process: Manage the annual appraisal process for all clinical appointees, sending timely reminders and completeness of appraisal responses collecting feedback from colleagues and clerkship directors to verify the accuracy. Track clinical affiliates research output Systematically track the research output of clinical affiliates, ensuring that they accurately attribute their publications to QU as their affiliation and contacting affiliates as needed. Analyze the impact of clinical affiliates' publications on QU's research ranking and visibility by using tools like SciVal and Elsevier. Create and maintain a comprehensive database of clinical affiliates' research profiles and Scopus IDs for each affiliate.  Manage Clinical Teaching/Research Awards: Announce and promote clinical teaching/research awards, providing guidance and support to clinical affiliates throughout the application process.  Review applications and prepare documentation for review by the Awards Committee. Coordinate Clinical Appointment Events: Plan and execute clinical appointment events, managing logistics, invitations, and communication with VIPs.  Oversee all aspects of event preparation to ensure a successful and engaging experience for attendees. Ensure Data Accuracy and Consistency: Manage the archiving and maintain an up-to-date database for all clinical appointments, ensuring accurate and accessible records. Communicate regularly with HR after each recruitment cycle to ensure that the records of clinical affiliates are accurate and consistent across all departments and systems. Address any discrepancies promptly. Prepare Comprehensive Annual Reports: Compile and submit annual reports for the unit, including statistics on new, renewed, and non-renewed appointments, as well as achievements and contributions of clinical faculty. Analyze data and provide insights to inform decision-making. Provide Logistical Support: Offer logistical support to clinical appointees, including arranging on-campus visits, coordinating lectures, and facilitating access to necessary resources. Licensing Function of QU Faculty Members: Facilitate Licensing Applications: Provide comprehensive support to QU faculty members throughout the licensing application process and requirements. Ensuring application files are complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Acting as a liaison between faculty and the licensing authority (e.g., Department of Healthcare Professions - DHP). Troubleshooting any issues that may arise during the application process. Manage Licensing Documentation: Oversee the collection and verification of all necessary documentation for faculty licensing applications. (Academic credentials and transcripts, Professional certifications and licenses. and other relevant documents as required by the licensing authority. Process License Transfers and Renewals: Manage the timely and accurate processing of license transfers and renewals for QU faculty members. Tracking license expiration dates and initiating renewal processes in advance.  Facilitating the transfer of licenses for faculty members joining QU from other institutions or countries. Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and deadlines. Maintain Licensing Database: Establish and maintain a comprehensive database of all licensed QU (contact information, license type and status, expiration dates and renewal history), any other relevant information related to faculty licensure. Monitor Compliance with DHP Regulations: Monitor QU Health faculty members' clinical practice to ensure compliance with DHP regulations and maintain their clinical licensure. This may involve: Staying up to date on DHP regulations and any changes that may occur.  Providing guidance and support to faculty on licensing requirements and best practices. Conducting periodic audits of faculty clinical practice to ensure compliance. Focal Point with External Stakeholders: Assists in coordinating, supervising, and completing special projects as appropriate. Perform other tasks and duties that may be occasionally required to meet the requirements of the role and the aims of the University. Act as the primary point of contact between stakeholders (HMC, HMDAC, MOPH, PHCC, other institutions) and the health cluster. Ensure smooth communication and address any challenges or concerns that arise during clinical affiliation. Represent QU Health in HMC-HR Meetings: Serve as the primary representative for QU Health in meetings with Hamad Medical Corporation's (HMC) Human Resources department. Track and prepare agreements in line with the existing MOUs between HMC and QU, with a focus on the recruitment of QU graduates. Collaborate with HMC-HR to facilitate the recruitment of QU graduates into HMC, by sharing information about QU Health programs and graduate Tracking the hiring and onboarding of QU graduates at HMC and provide updates on the recruitment process for QU graduates at HMC. Streamlining QU faculty supervision for QU students completing clinical placements at HMC. Any other academic-related issues that may arise between QU and HMC. Qualifications Education and Certifications MSc or equivalent in health-related fields PhD degree or equivalent in health-related fields (preferred) Languages Bilingual (Arabic/English) skills preferred but not mandatory. Excellent English written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Experience and workshops and Job requirements Has professional and/or administrative experience in relevant settings. Has documented accomplishments in teaching, research, and service at a level to be appointed as a faculty member in one of the academic departments of the colleges. Competencies Leadership Competencies / Proficiency Level Leadership and Management Skills: Demonstrated leadership and management abilities to effectively guide and develop faculty members and support staff. Effective interactions with other colleges and departments within Qatar University and with external funding agencies and institutions. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills. Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, conveying information clearly and concisely. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, conveying information clearly and concisely. Strong interpersonal skills, building rapport and maintaining positive working relationships with diverse individuals. Ability to respond effectively to communications from various stakeholders, including organizations, colleges, faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Demonstrated ethical behavior, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive working relationships. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Critical Thinking: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to solve problems and plan initiatives. Data Interpretation: Ability to interpret technical instructions, including those presented in mathematical or diagram form, and to deal with abstract and concrete variables. Knowledge and Expertise: Understanding of Qatar University's policies and procedures related to faculty appointments, clinical affiliations, and collaborations with external institutions. Behavioral Competencies / Proficiency Level Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Collaborative approach, readily sharing information and supporting colleagues. Professionalism and Work Ethic: Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion. Demonstrates reliability and dependability, consistently meeting deadlines and fulfilling commitments. Takes initiative and demonstrates a proactive approach to problem-solving. Technical Competencies / Proficiency Level Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Job Purpose At SIT's Professional Officers Division, we bring our rich industry experience and technical skills into our work, creating a better physical environment where learning and innovation take place. We work with teaching programmes and innovation projects to improve the skills of our students and to strengthen & energise our industry and the wider community. A Professional Officer has a combination of job responsibilities relating to the following: participate in and manage innovation projects, manage digital technology related resources, and mentor & facilitate student learning. The Centre for Digital Enablement (CoDE) drives the initiatives to elevate digital competencies for academic staff and students within SIT. It works with various stakeholders, both internal and external, in upskilling digital literacy across the organization through literacy programmes and digital innovation projects in relation to the Digital Learning Spaces (DLS). For this role, you will spearhead the various cybersecurity enablement programmes in SIT, manage the cybersecurity related resources and initiatives within CoDE, and lead cybersecurity projects within SIT and with industry partners to support teaching and learning objectives. You will also be responsible for developing and delivering digital literacy courses to undergraduate students and academic staff as part of the institutional drive to ensure our graduates are ready for a highly digitally-enabled workforce. Additionally, you’ll be required to mentor and facilitate student learning by participating in and managing student projects. Key Responsibilities Cybersecurity Enablement Programmes Develop and own the Cybersecurity Competency Roadmap, providing guidance for SIT undergraduate students and academic staff in developing their cybersecurity competencies. Lead and oversee a range of cybersecurity enablement programmes to facilitate the growth of information security skills among SIT undergraduate students and academic staff. Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in cybersecurity, ensuring the continued relevancy and currency of the enablement programmes and Cybersecurity Competency Roadmap. Cybersecurity Projects Drive the adoption of sound information security practices across all CoDE projects. Collaborate with industry partners, faculty, Professional Officers and other stakeholders to conduct applied research in cybersecurity related technologies. Teaching & Student Mentorship Develop and deliver digital skills literacy related courses or workshops to undergraduate students and staff. This includes development of learning contents and activities, providing consultations on digital skills/technology related queries, and assessment and grading of students’ work. Mentor and facilitate student learning by participating in and managing student projects. Any other matters as directed by Director/Deputy Director of CoDE. Job Requirements A good degree in Computer Science or a related field. Masters, PhD and/or relevant professional certifications would be advantageous. 10+ years of working experience, including at least 5 in cybersecurity related fields. Proven experience in developing and deploying secure enterprise software solutions. Good programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, etc. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Possess strong supervisory and project management skills. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure that the project can meet the milestones adhering to the stipulated timeline. Enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment. Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs.