أستاذ مساعد/أستاذ مشارك في صحة الحيوان والعلوم البيطرية

Overview

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) was officially established by the Amiri Decision No. 13 of 2022, and it is the first national university specializing in academic, applied, technical, and professional education in the State of Qatar. UDST offers more than 80 bachelor's and master's degree programs, as well as diplomas and certificates. The university comprises five colleges: the College of Business, the College of Computing and Information Technology, the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of General Education, as well as specialized training centers catering to individuals and companies. UDST is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Its world-renowned faculty and researchers work on developing the students’ skills and help raise well-equipped graduates who proudly serve different sectors of the economy and contribute to achieving human, social, and economic development goals nationally and internationally.

With more than 777 staff and over 9,500 students, UDST is the destination of choice for applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences that incorporate innovative learning technologies. Our aim is to enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates who can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

Our eligible employees enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, in accordance with applicable UDST policies. These benefits include:

• Generous academic annual leave
• Tax free salary
• Fully furnished upmarket accommodation (inclusive of utilities: water & electricity)
• Annual flights for spouse and 3 children (up to 18 years old)
• Children’s education allowance
• Relocation/Shipping allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• International health insurance
• In-house immigration services (to help you through the residency process)
• Full access to our recreational facilities
• Research and professional development support.

The College of Health Sciences invites applications for the positions of Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences faculty at Assistant/ Associate Professor rank.

How to Apply

Applicants must meet all essential qualifications to be shortlisted for the position; other qualifications may be a deciding factor in selection. Qualifications and experience will be assessed through your application, which may include but not be limited to curricula vitae, cover letters, references, teaching dossiers and sample publications. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how s/he meets each requirement. Failing to do so could result in the application being rejected. We thank all applicants for applying for the role; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Responsibilities

Your Commitment

Reporting to the Department Head, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, delivery, and evaluation of a broad range of courses in Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences within the College of Health Sciences. S/he will evaluate student progress and manage the resources of the learning environment. The successful candidate is expected to promote and actively participate in ongoing efforts to secure academic and professional recognition of the newly established Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences program by relevant international professional organizations and academic institutions, particularly in North America and Western Europe. S/he will liaise with relevant public service agencies, industry and other educational institutions; participate in relevant public service agencies, industry advisory committees and coordinate, manage and control projects within the specified program area. Faculty members will keep course portfolio documents required for accreditation processes and engage in instructional development/improvement plans. All employees are expected to contribute to professional and community life within the University and beyond.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

All of the following requirements will be considered when evaluating eligible candidates.

• A DVM, BVSc, BVMS, or equivalent degree from an internationally recognized university; A PhD degree from anemically recognized university in one or more disciplines related to veterinary sciences, particularly those directly linked to animal or public health activities, such as epidemiology, veterinary public health, preventive veterinary medicine, clinical microbiology, population medicine, or related fields;
• current professional registration or licensure with the relevant veterinary regulatory authority in the country of resident that can be recognized by the Quatrain licensing agency;

• At least five years of clinical veterinary practice experience, with demonstrated involvement in teaching one or more disciplines within the veterinary sciences preferable.
• Demonstrated ability to use diverse and current teaching approaches in the classroom and for practice experiences including the laboratory, simulation, and practicums.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of educational technology and platforms.
• Demonstrated academic and information literacy skills.
• Expertise in curriculum development is desirable.

Scholarship and Research

• Demonstrated performance in scholarship that contributes to the advancement of Animal Health Sciences and Veterinary Sciences; advancement of One health-related knowledge; and/or One health-related publication, knowledge dissemination, curriculum development and pedagogy.

Other required skills

• Commitment to applied and experiential learning as a pedagogy and a key feature of UDST’s mandate.
• Ability to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in program outcomes.
• Digital literacy and demonstrated fluency in technology systems, and an ability to model and facilitate use of current and emerging digital tools to support research and learning.
• Demonstrated ability to develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable students to be active participants in their own learning.
• Commitment to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession through self-driven continuous professional development and life-long learning.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and collegial spirit and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, sponsor-employers, and members of the community.
• Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.