Assistant / Associate / Full Professor - Bioengineering Department

Assistant / Associate / Full Professor - Bioengineering Department

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

Job Reference Number

Job Reference Number F117

Job Title

Job Title Assistant / Associate / Full Professor - Bioengineering Department

Location

Type

Type Full Time

Job Description

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals ( KFUPM ) invites applications for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor positions in the field of Bioinformatics within the Bioengineering Department. We seek outstanding candidates with a strong background in Biology and Computer Science to join our dynamic and interdisciplinary faculty team. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in:

• Bioinformatics, Biomarkers Discovery, Biologics Design, Personalized Medicine, A.I in Medicine
• Background and/or degree in biology
• Background and/or in computer science

Job Responsibility

• Conduct cutting-edge research in areas mentioned above, aiming for publication in high-impact journals and securing external funding.
• Develop and teach core undergraduate and graduate courses in bioengineering, ensuring effective delivery and student engagement.
• Supervise graduate students, providing guidance and mentorship throughout their research journey.
• Contribute to departmental growth and development through committee participation, outreach activities, and collaboration with colleagues.
• Maintain active professional networks and engage in scholarly activities beyond research and teaching.

Two-year renewable contract.
Competitive tax-free salaries based on qualifications and experience.
All KFUPM faculty are offered free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing unit with free essential utilities and maintenance.

The appointment includes the following benefits according to the University's policy:
air ticket/s to Dammam upon appointment;
annual repatriation air ticket/s for up to four persons;
a contribution towards local tuition fees for school-age dependent children;
local transportation allowance;
two months' paid summer leave in addition to mid-semester breaks;
free health care at KFUPM Clinic; end-of-service gratuity after two (2) years of continuous service.

The KFUPM campus has a range of facilities including a medical and dental clinic, health club with swimming pool, an extensive library, computing, research and teaching laboratory facilities, a recreation center and a private beach.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in bioengineering or a related field
• A strong record of research and scholarship
• A commitment to teaching and mentoring students
• Experience in working in a collaborative environment

Special Instructions to Applicants

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

Contact Information

Director of Talent Acquisition Department
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia

Email:
Telephone: -7854
Fax: -2442

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).

• What is the Highest Education Level you have earned?
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • PhD or above
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• All Official Transcripts (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• All Degrees and Certifications (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• Abstract of the Dissertation
• Scanned copy of Passport
• Applicant Photo
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement
• List of Publications
Optional Documents
• Other Document