Summary
Ajman University’s College of Medicine is recruiting a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Psychiatry for the Spring semester of 2026–2027. The role includes teaching, student assessment and advising, research, curriculum development, and participation in accreditation initiatives. Applicants need an MBBS/MD, a PhD or terminal clinical qualification in Psychiatry, board certification, and eligibility for UAE clinical practitioner registration and licensure. Experience with integrated curricula, PBL, and TBL is desirable; English communication skills are required.
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Location: Ajman University AJMAN, Ajman University AJMAN
Company: Ajman University
Clinical Assistant / Associate Professor in Psychiatry
The College of Medicine, Ajman University, has an opening for the position of a Clinical Assistant / Associate Professor in Psychiatry, starting Spring semester 2026-2027.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver courses to students in the specified discipline areas of study, considering and aiming to achieve the three (3) fundamental university standards: Teaching, Research, and Services.
- Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and provide feedback to sustain student success.
- Conduct high-quality research in his/her own field and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences.
- Pursuing research in relevant biomedical sciences and/or pedagogy, organize and manage instructional resources, course outlines, and community networks.
- Supporting and expanding curricular development in Psychiatry in consonance with other basic and clinical medical science subjects and linking to clinical sciences.
- Actively seek out methods, procedures, and resources to best achieve course objectives.
- Support and participate in accreditation initiatives.
- Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Basic medical degree (MBBS/MD).
- Earned Ph.D. Degree or a terminal clinical qualification (exit degree) in Psychiatry from an accredited institution.
- Board-certified in Psychiatry and eligible for registration and licencing as a clinical practitioner in the UAE.
- Previous experience teaching in an integrated systems-based curriculum.
- Previous involvement in Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Team-Based Learning (TBL) educational processes (i.e., development, tutor-guide preparation, facilitation, assessment) will be highly desirable.
- The candidate must be able to communicate in English.
- Advanced use of technology in the education process (delivering classes via presentations, using e-learning systems, reports, etc.).
Skills Required:
- Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing.
- Dedication to continued professional development and scholarship.
- Engaging in scholarly work that is of very high quality as evidenced by external peer review.
- Exhibit strong pedagogic skills and to remain proficient and current in their disciplines.
- Ability to develop and lead high-quality research.
- Ability to provide academic advising for students.
- Ability to work effectively with multiple diverse communities.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Notes:
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.