Job Position Details


Assistant Professor


Department Of Computer Science

,

College of Science


Opening Date

01-02-2022

Closing Date

31-08-2022

Job Category

Academic

Employment Type

Full Time


Specialization

Minimum Experience

2 Years

Minimum Qualification

Phd

Duties

Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) is the National University of the Sultanate of Oman.  The College of Science at SQU provides a variety of undergraduate degree programs in science which are based on an American degree plan. The college also runs graduate programs and provides a wide range of service courses. All instruction is in English and candidates must be fluent in English. The University is located near the capital area and close to excellent international schools and unique natural recreational areas.

The main duties are as follows:

  • Teaching core, elective and advanced Computer Science courses for BSc. and postgraduate degrees.
  • Supervising BSc. graduation projects and MSc/PhD Theses.
  •  Participating in international peer-viewed research publications and leading roles in research grants. 
  • Participating in committees and other administrative duties at the department / college / university and society.

Requirements

The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Cybersecurity beginning September 2022. A Ph.D. in Computer Science and a solid research and publication record are required. Applicants must have proven experience in teaching and conducting research in the area of cybersecurity. Qualified applicants should submit their applications (including cover letter, CV, names and contact information of three referees, Personal Photo and Passport copy) using the following online application form:

https://forms.gle/fJhEfXm137MtrThh6

  • Note: fill in the application form using the above hyperlink only (In English and no need to fill in any other form):
  •   More information via email to: 

            dcsvacancy@squ.edu.om 

Suitably qualified and experienced individuals with a dedicated approach to teaching and a commitment to research are invited to submit applications.  Positions will remain open until filled but applications received before 10 April 2022 will receive strongest consideration.

Benefits

  1. Attractive tax-free base salary
  2. Free furnished accommodation
  3. Free medical care including a hospital family clinic on campus.
  4. Excellent recreational facilities on campus
  5. End-of-service gratuity
  6. Subsidized schooling for up to two children
  7. 60 days annual leave with return air tickets for the staff, eligible spouse and two children 
  8. Rolling three-year contracts on mutual agreement