Lecturer in Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Khalifa University

Job Description

 

Description

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

Mathematics Department

The Mathematics Department seeks a qualified Lecturer to contribute to our teaching and academic service efforts. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, develop curriculum, and contribute to departmental and university-wide activities. The ideal candidate should also possess familiarity with relevant technology, such as Python or other computational tools, to enhance instructional delivery.

Teaching Responsibilities:

  • Teach undergraduate courses in allocated subject areas, adhering to the time schedules assigned by the Department Chair.
  • Prepare and update teaching materials, including course outlines, syllabi, and lesson plans, ensuring the content is relevant and up-to-date.
  • Contribute to developing, planning, and implementing a high-quality curriculum.
  • Provide students with detailed syllabi, instructional methods, and evaluation criteria for each course.
  • Select textbooks and teaching aids to enhance instructional delivery.
  • Monitor students' academic performance and offer remedial support when necessary.
  • Assess students’ work, including exams, coursework, assignments, and other relevant activities.
  • Utilize modern instructional technologies and programming tools like Python to ensure effective and consistent course delivery.
  • Supervise student internships related to teaching.
  • Continuously develop and improve scholarly competence and teaching effectiveness within the area of expertise.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, students, administrators, and the public professionally and collegially, adhering to the University’s policies.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned, consistent with the position’s responsibilities.

Academic Service:

  • Serve on departmental and university-wide committees or working groups, as requested.
  • Contribute to student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts.
  • Participate in community service activities in a developmental or advisory capacity.
  • Support and engage in student organization activities.
  • Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, reporting any breaches or risks accordingly.
  • Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the fulfillment of responsibilities and tasks.
  • Undertake any additional tasks assigned by the Line Manager.

Qualifications

  • A Master’s degree in Mathematics or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution is required.
  • Familiarity with computational tools and technologies such as Python is preferred.
  • Note: Applicants holding a Ph.D. must apply for professorial ranks (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor positions) and NOT this one.

Closing Date: 31 December 2024

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae).

 

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