Assistant Professor

The College of Islamic Studies (CIS) was founded as a hub for contemporary Islamic studies, fostering intellectual discourse on Islam within a global framework. Offering ten graduate and postgraduate programs, CIS prepares students for careers in academia, research, as well as cultural, business, and finance sectors through specialized tracks. It also hosts renowned research centers and clusters, facilitating interdisciplinary dialogue and scholarship. CIS integrates academic Islamic principles with modern social sciences, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and scholarship.

Position

The College of Islamic Studies is currently seeking applicants for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the MSc in Islamic Finance program for the academic year 2024-2025. Candidates with a global outlook coupled with a good understanding of national and regional dynamics are of particular value.

Job Description

The candidate for this position should:

• Specialize in Research Methodology and Econometrics with excellent knowledge of Islamic finance.
• Teach in the MSc in Islamic Finance program.
• Contribute to research initiatives and publications in reputable journals.
• Engage with Islamic finance stakeholders in Qatar and the region.
• The candidate should have the ability to assume administrative roles.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• PhD from an accredited university with a specialization in Islamic finance and economics.
• 3-5 years of relevant full-time university teaching experience in research, higher education, or closely related areas in industry (additional experience may be required to show equivalency), with evidence of increasing professional maturity and productivity.
• Evidence of proficiency and success in teaching, student supervision, and professional practice, with extensive experience in Islamic finance research methods.
• Research and scholarly achievements are judged competent and adequate for the relevant rank compared to peers active in the same field at a major research university.
• Significant national, regional, and international reputation in scholarly endeavors (funded research grants, publications, etc.) in comparison with peers active in the same field at a major research university.
• Ability to work with and lead diverse groups, cultures, and communities.
• Evidence of significant national, regional, and international networks and collaborations in both teaching and research activities.
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is required, and the primary language of instruction is English.

How to Apply

Candidates should submit their complete application with a CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching statement and names of 3 references with their full contact information to the following link
Additional documents may be solicited from short-listed candidates.

Deadline

Applications are accepted immediately for review. The successful candidate must be ready to start in the Fall 2024 semester.

Remuneration

HBKU offers an attractive compensation package that includes a tax-free salary and additional benefits such as an accommodation allowance, annual paid leave, and medical insurance.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University is an equal opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining culturally and academically diverse staff of the highest caliber.