Assistant Professor
Earth Sciences
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College of Science
Opening Date
20-12-2023
Closing Date
31-01-2024
Job Category
Academic
Employment Type
Full Time
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Specialization
Mining Geology
Minimum Experience
4 Years
Minimum Qualification
Phd
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Duties
General Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Keeping abreast of recent developments in the academic field to enhance teaching and research activities within the department.
2) Implementing the security and safety requirements established by the university to provide a suitable working environment within the department.
3) Teaching in the field of specialization.
4) Providing academic guidance to students and providing them with information related to the specialization.
5) Participating in department and college council meetings and engaging in the activities of internal and external committees as requested.
6) Contributing to scientific research, providing scientific consultations, and attending conferences and scientific seminars in the field of specialization following the established rules.
7) Contributing to quality assurance activities in academic aspects in accordance with assigned tasks.
8) Contributing to community service by participating in seminars and workshops and preparing studies and research related to community issues.
9) Any other tasks assigned in the field of work.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of specialization as well as the basic earth science courses.
- Develop curricula in mining geology for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Create a strong educational environment, fostering innovative teaching methods and engaging experiences.
- Organize, oversee and conduct geologic field trips.
- Supervise graduate students and Final Year Projects.
- Conduct sound scientific research of international standards.
- Acquire research funding and grants.
- Provide services to the University and community.
- Foster liaison with the industry and establish robust partnerships.
Requirements
General conditions for teaching faculty positions:
1. The applicant must be of good conduct and behavior.
2. To have the following qualifications for appointment:
- It must be issued on a regular basis, and not be in the system of affiliation, distance education, or blended education.
- It must be equivalent by the competent authority in the Sultanate if it is issued by a non-Omani higher education institution (Only for Omani).
3. Proficiency in using information technology effectively.
4. Priority is given to those who have experience in university teaching and scientific research.
5. Apply for one job in each college.
6. When screening applications, the terms, conditions and procedures contained in the executive regulations of the Sultan Qaboos University Law and the regulations for appointing Omanis to academic positions at Sultan Qaboos University will be applied.A Ph.D. in Mining Geology or a closely related field from a recognized University.
Specific conditions for teaching faculty positions:
- Demonstrated teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Proven expertise in curriculum development and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
- A strong record of research publications.
- Successful track record in securing grants; international awards are considered a significant advantage.
- Preferred candidates will possess substantial industrial experience and established relations within the field.
- Priority will be given to young, motivated candidates eager to contribute to the dynamic environment of our institution.
Benefits
(For Omani)
- The terms, conditions, and procedures contained in the executive regulations of the Sultan Qaboos University Law and the regulations for appointing Omanis to academic positions at Sultan Qaboos University apply.
(For Non-Omani)
- Tax-free salary.
- Salary starts from 1636 R.O.
- Air tickets for the employee, his wife, and three children under eighteen in economy class.
- Free furnished accommodation (in/off Campus), in case the employee does not want the university accommodation, he/ she will get 250 R.O as a housing allowance.
- Electricity and water allowance (44 R.O).
- Free medical treatment in governmental hospitals and SQU hospital & FAMCO (SQU Clinic).
- Return air ticket.
- Educational (School fees) allowance for two kids.
- 60 days paid leave.
- Contracts service gratuity.
- Renewable contract.