Job Title: Assistant Professor - Hospitality & Tourism
Location: RAK, UAE
Salary: AED 6000
Additional Benefits: Visa + Medical Insurance + Personal Room Accommodation + Transport + Annual Tickets + Annual Leave
Job Type: Full Time
Experience Required: Minimum 4 years
Department: Academic/Education
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Professor to join our client's Hospitality and Tourism faculty in Ras Al Khaimah. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant discipline and possess at least 3 years of teaching and/or industry experience. The faculty member will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, engaging in academic research, mentoring students, and contributing to the development of the department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Hospitality and Tourism Management.
- Develop course materials, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with academic standards.
- Supervise student research projects, internships, and dissertations.
- Engage in scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed academic journals.
- Participate in curriculum review and program development initiatives.
- Collaborate with industry partners and contribute to community engagement.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.
- Serve on academic committees and participate in departmental and university events.
Qualifications and Experience:
- PhD in Hospitality Management, Tourism Studies, or a closely related field (mandatory).
- Minimum 3 years of teaching experience at the university level or equivalent industry experience.
- Proven record of academic research and publications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with learning management systems and modern teaching methodologies is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural academic environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong understanding of global hospitality and tourism trends.
- Experience in international accreditation and quality assurance processes.
- Familiarity with blended or online learning platforms.
- Ability to link theory with practical industry applications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED6,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ras al-Khaimah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable with a monthly salary of AED 6,000 plus provided benefits (visa, room accommodation, transport, insurance, annual tickets)?
- This is 6 days a week job. Only Friday will be off. Are you OK with this?
Education:
- Doctorate (Required)
Experience:
- university level Hospitality & Tourism Management teaching: 3 years (Required)