Assistant/Associate/Professor in Geology - Jobs in Doha, Qatar

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College/Department ProfileQatar University Profile:Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.College Profile:The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) houses ten departments, covering a wide range of undergraduate specializations in the Arts and Sciences including English Literature and Linguistics, Arabic Language, Mass Communication, History, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, International Affairs, Policy, Planning and Development, Statistics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and Environmental Sciences. The College also houses Master Programs, which are M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences, M.A. in Gulf Studies, M.A. in Arabic Language and Literature, M.Sc. in Materials Science and Technology, and M.Sc. in Applied Statistics. In addition to a PhD in Biological and Environmental Sciences and a PhD in Gulf Studies. Additionally, the College offers a Program of Arabic for Non- Native Speakers. Also, there are two established research centers namely the Center for Sustainable Development and the Gulf Studies Center.It is worth mentioning that as members of Qatar University, CAS faculty members have excellent opportunities to secure internal and external funding for their research ideas. Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) is major source of research funding, with individual project funding limit exceeding 1 million project (5 million exceptional projects) along with student research funding programs. As the national and largest University in the country, Qatar University is the recipient of most of QNRF awards, with many research- active faculty members able to win multiple grants.The Department of Chemistry and Earth Sciences of Qatar University invites applications for a faculty position specializing in geochemistry, reservoir characterization, sedimentology, or geophysics . The successful applicant will have completed a Ph. D. in Geology from a recognized university. Teaching responsibilities will involve teaching theory and laboratory courses in petroleum geology, sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics and structural geology at all levels, and may include contributing to teaching other geology courses. Research potential must be demonstrated through an active and recent record of publications in major international journals. In addition to strong teaching experience at the undergraduate level, the position requires an active researcher able to involve undergraduate students in research projects related to areas of national interest to Qatar, and the ability to attract external research funding.Geology courses in the department are mainly taught in English however, general geology courses are taught in Arabic. The successful candidate must be an excellent communicator, and must have experience in the development of modern teaching methods involving electronic media and methodologies. The level of the appointment is at the assistant/associate/professor rank, for a renewable three-year period with a one year probationary period.Duties & Responsibilities1.Teach courses in petroleum geology, sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, structural geology and general geology and field of expertise as assigned by the Department Head.2.Coordinate with Earth Sciences faculty with assessment activities of courses.3.Contribute to various committees at the program, college, and university level.4.Contribute to the college research profile seeking research funding and research publications.5.Contribute to developing new curricula and research areas.6.Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department.7.Maintain professional growth through attendance at scheduled professional development sessions.Duties & Responsibilities1.Teach courses in petroleum geology, sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, structural geology and general geology and field of expertise as assigned by the Department Head.2.Coordinate with Earth Sciences faculty with assessment activities of courses.3.Contribute to various committees at the program, college, and university level.4.Contribute to the college research profile seeking research funding and research publications.5.Contribute to developing new curricula and research areas.6.Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department.7.Maintain professional growth through attendance at scheduled professional development sessions.Required DocumentsAcademic:1.Cover letter.2.Current Curriculum Vitae that includes the following information:.Years of experience after Ph.D..Major and specialization/concentration..H-index, total citations, Google scholar link, ORCID..The number of publications in Q1 journals in the last 5 years..The number of publications in Q2 journals in the last 5 years..The number of publications in Q3 journals in the last 5 years..The number of publications in Q4 journals in the last 5 years..The number of publications in non-indexed journals..The number of published books..The number of published chapters of books..The number of Graduate Students supervised and the role..Awards and Grants (with the role and budget amount).3.Teaching, research, and service philosophy.4.Four referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well as their phone contact information).5.Copy of (all degrees certificate including the transcripts) highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, a copy of the certificate letter from the registrar of highest credential granting institution regarding highest academic degree).6.Any additional documentation deemed relevant to the application.BenefitsAcademic:

1. A three-year renewable contract.
2. Salary is commensurate with experience.
3. Tax-free salary.
4. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
5. Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.
6. Educational allowance for candidates children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
7. Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
8. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
9. End-of-contract indemnity.

Keyskills :
geochemistry Geophysics structural geology Petroleum Geology sedimentology

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Qatar University is a public research university located on the northern outskirts of Doha, Qatar. It is the only public university in the country.