Associate Professor – Support Studies (Computer Science, Islamic Studies & Skills Courses)

Job Title: Associate Professor – Support Studies (Computer Science, Islamic Studies & Skills Courses)

Location: Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Hiring Type: Local Hiring Only

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Associate Professor to join a reputable higher education institution in Saudi Arabia within the Support Studies division. The role involves teaching and academic contribution across Computer Science, Islamic Studies, and Skills-based courses, along with supporting research, curriculum development, and academic quality enhancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Computer Science, Islamic Studies, and Skills-based courses
• Contribute to curriculum design, development, and continuous improvement of support study programs
• Supervise student projects, research work, and academic assignments
• Maintain an active research profile and publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Provide academic leadership and support mentoring of junior faculty
• Participate in accreditation, quality assurance, and academic program review activities
• Contribute to departmental planning, committees, and institutional development initiatives
• Promote interdisciplinary teaching and integration of applied skills in learning outcomes
• Support adoption of modern teaching methods and educational technologies

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Islamic Studies, Education, or a related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years of higher education teaching and research experience
• Strong record of scholarly publications and academic contribution
• Experience in curriculum development and program evaluation
• Ability to teach across interdisciplinary support studies courses
• Strong communication and academic leadership skills in English (Arabic is an advantage)
• Candidates currently based in Saudi Arabia are preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Housing allowance
• Transportation allowance
• Annual leave as per institutional policy
• Professional and collaborative academic environment