Faculty Member – Assistant Professor

Faculty Member – Assistant Professor

Permanent contract /Location: Abu Dhabi

Les Roches Global Hospitality Education, in the top 3 for Employer Reputation of Hospitality & Leisure Management graduates by the QS World University Ranking, is a brand of the Sommet Education Group. Founded in 1954, Les Roches is a private institution based on the Swiss model of experiential learning, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in the fields of hospitality, tourism and event management. Les Roches prepares entrepreneurial and innovative graduates across a global network of campuses in Crans-Montana (Switzerland), Marbella (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates).

You share our values: Development, Distinctiveness, Joint commitment, Openness and Sense of service.

Teaching

• Course Design & Delivery: Designing and teaching undergraduate courses, which may include lectures, discussions, labs, and online components. This involves creating syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments that align with course objectives.
  
• Effective Communication: Communicating complex information clearly and effectively to students with varying levels of understanding.
  
• Classroom Management: Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment, managing student behavior, and fostering active participation.
  
• Feedback & Assessment: Providing timely and constructive feedback on student work, grading fairly and consistently, and evaluating student learning outcomes.
  
• Variety of Courses: Teaching a range of courses within their field to gain experience with different teaching methods and student populations.
  
• Experimenting with Pedagogy: Exploring different teaching approaches and incorporating innovative pedagogical techniques to enhance student learning.
  
• Seeking Feedback: Actively seeking feedback from students, mentors, and colleagues to improve their teaching effectiveness.
  
• Academic Advising: Providing guidance to undergraduate students on course selection, academic progress, and career exploration.
• Supporting Student Success: Connecting students with resources and support services, and helping them navigate challenges they may face.

Research

Establishing a Research Program:

• Defining Research Agenda: Developing a clear research agenda and identifying key research questions within their field of expertise.
  
• Conducting Research: Designing and conducting research projects, collecting and analyzing data, and drawing meaningful conclusions.
  
• Seeking Collaboration: Collaborating with other researchers within and outside their institution to expand their research network and expertise.
  
• Building a Publication Record:
  
• Publishing Research: Disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed publications in academic journals and conference proceedings.
  
• Presenting at Conferences: Presenting research findings at academic conferences to share their work with peers and receive feedback.

Securing Funding:

• Grant Writing: Learning to write grant proposals to secure external funding for research projects.
  

• Managing Research Funds: Developing skills in managing research budgets and ensuring compliance with funding guidelines.

Service

Contributing to the Department:

• Departmental Committees: Serving on departmental committees to contribute to the functioning and decision-making of the department.
  

• Supporting Department Initiatives: Participating in departmental activities and initiatives, such as curriculum review, program assessment, and student recruitment.

Engaging with the University:

• University Committees: Gradually taking on service roles at the university level, such as serving on faculty committees or participating in university-wide initiatives.

Professional Development:

• Attending Conferences: Attending academic conferences to stay abreast of current research, network with colleagues, and present their work.
  
• Joining Professional Organizations: Becoming involved in professional organizations related to their field to connect with other scholars and contribute to their discipline.

Education and Professional Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant field.

Experience:

• Teaching: A minimum of 2-4 years of teaching experience at the university level, with a demonstrated record of teaching excellence. This includes experience designing and teaching a variety of courses, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development.
• Research: Developing a research program by being able to articulate research interests, identify important questions within the field, and developing a plan for pursuing those questions.

• Service: Active participation in university service, professional organizations, and/or community engagement.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Familiarity with technology and awareness of the latest trends in hospitality business and education.
  
• Fluent in English (Arabic language, a plus).
  
• IT literate.
  
• Highly developed interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
  Experience in working in a multicultural environment.