Job Position Details


Assistant Professor


Food Science And Nutrition Department

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College of Agricultural & Marine Science


Opening Date

05-03-2019

Closing Date

15-04-2019

Job Category

Academic

Employment Type

Full Time


Specialization

Minimum Experience

5 Years

Minimum Qualification

Phd

Duties

  • Develop and teach courses in Human Nutrition and dietetics program
  • Supervise BSc. research projects and MSc and PhD Theses.
  • Develop and engage in research teams in the department. The candidate is expected to work as part of an inter-disciplinary research team and to conduct joint research nationally and internationally.  
  • Participate in international peer-viewed research publications and leading roles in research grants.
  • Provide community service including participation in committees at different levels, conducting workshops, technical training, public presentations, etc.

Requirements

Requirements

  • PhD in human nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or closely-related field from an accredited university by date of application.
  • A current dietetics registration from any organization is desired.
  • The candidate should have evidence of teaching experience in two or more of the following courses:
    • Nutrition through the Lifecycle
    • Medical Nutrition Therapy
    • Nutrition Education and Counselling
    • Community Nutrition
    • Nutrition Assessment and Planning
    • Food Service System Management
  • The candidate should have a strong commitment and evidence to have mentored students at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Benefits

  • Tax-free salary in Oman in addition to a good remuneration package
  • Free furnished accommodation
  • Electricity and water allowance
  • Paid annual leave with return air ticket,
  • End of contracts service gratuity
  • Free medical treatment in the hospital
  • Contracts are renewable by mutual agreement (for Non-Omani)
  • Competitive Research funding opportunists
  • Oman is a modern and peaceful country situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Its many unspoiled beaches and dramatic mountains and valleys make Oman a haven for those who enjoy the outdoor life