• Candidates should have a PhD in Finance or related areas from an internationally recognized university.
• Candidates should be specialized in one or more of the following areas: Islamic Banking, Islamic Economics, Shariah-based Investments, and Islamic Insurance.
• Candidates should be able to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels (M.Sc. and MBA), and supervise masters’ thesis.
• Candidates should be active researchers in their area of specialization and intellectually engaged in their discipline
• Candidates should have good publications record with demonstrated ability of publishing in leading Finance/ Economics Journals.
• Candidates should also have the necessary practical computing skills in their areas of expertise.
• Candidate should be a participating member of the university, professional and local communities.

Sultan Qaboos University, the national university of the Sultanate of Oman, provides, through its nine colleges and other units, a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, research and outreach services. The University is located in the capital area and close to excellent international schools and unique natural recreational areas. Apart from an attractive competitive tax-free salary, SQU offers free furnished accommodation, free medical care including access to hospital and a family clinic on campus, excellent recreational facilities on campus, end of service gratuity (conditions apply), 60 days’ annual leave with return tickets, up to 28 days’ research leave (conditions apply).