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About Oryx University

A purpose-driven university education provider licensed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Qatar, Oryx University (OU), in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University, has demonstrated rapid growth over the past six years, with exponential growth forecast for the next decade. Driven by our mission, we strive to nurture positive minds for a sustainable future.

We are currently recruiting a Senior Lecturer / Lecturer to join the College of Computing and Data Science. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching a range of modules on the BSc (Hons) Computer Science programme. For detailed programme specifications and a full list of modules, please visit the website.

If you believe you meet the expectations and requirements of this role, please submit your CV or professional profile for consideration.

About the Role

A candidate joining OU as a Senior Lecturer / Lecturer at this stage will become part of a fast-growing and dynamic academic community at OU. Those who demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, motivation and sustained performance may be considered for future academic leadership roles and additional responsibilities, such as Dean or Associate Dean of the College, Programme Leader, Module Leader or Coordinator.

OU offers excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression, providing high-performing colleagues with the opportunity to take on greater academic and leadership responsibilities as the University continues to grow.

Note: Only applications submitted via the recruitment portal will be considered. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Requirements

Our Expectations

The ideal candidate for this position will be able to:

• Deliver a range of modules across the programme.
  

• Develop teaching materials and assessments for the modules they deliver. Senior Lecturers are also expected to contribute to the development of teaching materials and assessments across programmes to ensure that learning outcomes are achieved.
  

• Update and revise existing modules in line with the latest industry developments.
  

• Collaborate with industry advisory boards to enhance programme relevance and quality.
  

• Develop assessments in accordance with LJMU guidelines, adhering to assessment matrices and deadlines for verification and external moderation.
  

• Act as a personal tutor for students across the programme portfolio.
  

• Mentor and coach students, addressing academic concerns, performance and progression.
  

• Teach and assess students in areas including written and presentation skills, providing individualised feedback.
  

• Participate in extracurricular activities to foster teamwork and student engagement.
  

• Supervise or co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
  

• Comply with LJMU academic regulations and OU quality assurance processes.
  

• Contribute to the development of existing programmes and the introduction of new ones.
  

• Develop and deliver CPD and short courses to expand the College of Computing and Data Science's portfolio.
  

• Engage in approved research within strategic priority areas.
  

• Prepare and deliver lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions, workshops and field excursions for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
  

• Attend departmental, College and University meetings and participate in relevant committees.
  

• Commit to continuous professional and personal development.
  

• Proactively contribute to the College’s strategic growth plans and corporate initiatives.
  

We expect you to demonstrate the following:

• A postgraduate degree (preferably a PhD with relevant industry experience).
  

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
  

• Ambition and motivation to achieve academic research excellence.
  

• Proven ability to inspire and maximize students’ potential through trust, engagement and leadership.
  

• Expertise in teaching techniques, pastoral care, mentoring and assessment.
  

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, fostering a culture of trust and mutual respect.
  

• Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.
  

• Attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  

• Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and an innovative mindset.
  

• Experience and/or qualifications in teaching at the tertiary level.
  

Additional value:

• A record of high-quality academic research and refereed publications.
  

• Experience in mentoring and guiding junior researchers.
  

• Skills in curriculum and subject material development.
  

• Experience in implementing processes and policies in a tertiary education environment.
  

Benefits

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