Summary
Arabian Gulf University is seeking a Lecturer in Learning Disabilities to teach and coordinate courses in its Learning Disabilities Program. The role also includes research, academic program development, quality assurance, accreditation activities, student support, and participation in committees and community engagement. Applicants need a recognized master’s degree in Special Education with a focus on Learning Disabilities, a minimum overall grade of Very Good, and English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0; publications in Scopus-indexed journals are preferred. The posting lists housing, transportation and cost-of-living allowances, travel and education benefits, insurance, and paid leave; children’s education benefits apply within Bahrain only.
The posting
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Candidate Profile
Responsibilities
1. Teaching and coordinating courses in the Learning Disabilities Program.
2. Participating in academic, research, and professional activities within the program, department, college, and university.
3. Assisting in conducting research and scholarly activities in the field of Learning Disabilities and related areas.
4. Contributing to the development of academic programs, quality assurance, and accreditation-related activities.
5. Participating in academic and administrative committees at the program, department, college, and university levels.
6. Providing academic support to students and contributing to community engagement activities related to the field of specialization.
Developing academic and research competencies in preparation for pursuing doctoral studies at a distinguished international university.
Qualification
1. Master’s degree in Special Education (Learning Disabilities) from a recognized university; preference will be given to graduates of Arabian Gulf University.
2. A Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree from recognized universities.
3. A minimum overall grade of Very Good in the Master’s degree.
4. English language proficiency with a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.
5. Applicant should not exceed 30 years of age.
6. Successful completion of the required academic and personal interviews.
7. Preference will be given to applicants with publications in refereed journals indexed in Scopus.
Ability and commitment to pursue doctoral studies at a highly ranked international university.
Job Notes
Financial Allowances
· Housing allowance.
· Transportation allowance.
· Cost of living allowance.
· Leadership/administrative allowance (if applicable depending on the position).
· Annual increment.
Travel and Education Benefits
· A Maximum of five travel tickets per year.
· Education for children within the Kingdom of Bahrain only.
· 50% of baggage transportation costs for international recruitment.
Insurance
· Health insurance for the employee.
· Life insurance (optional).
Leave
· 60 days of paid annual leave.
· 30 days of paid sick leave per year.
· Development and Secondment Opportunities
· Annual secondment opportunities:
· Secondment within Gulf countries.
· International secondment.