Adjunct Faculty in Global College
The School of Global College/ Degree Entry Programme at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is currently inviting applications for Adjunct Faculty positions in Academic English and Approaches to Learning. Please note that there may not be openings at this time, but applications will be kept on file and reviewed as the need emerges.
About Heriot-Watt University:
Heriot-Watt University has five global campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh, Scottish Borders and Orkney), one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of computer sciences, engineering, design, business and the built environment.
With a history dating back to 1821, Heriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and practical, leading-edge research, which has made it one of the top UK universities for business and industry. We connect with industry at every level and develop programmes to match their needs : so employers get work-ready industry-fit graduates.
We have an established set of values that help us to nurture innovation and leadership and show our commitment to continuous improvement and development in all our activities.
Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus was first established in 2005. Home to over 4,000 students and over 250 staff, it is the largest and most successful international campus in Dubai and has received a 5-star rating from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) repeatedly and is now CAA Licensed ( Commission for Academic Accreditation ).
Roles & Responsibilities for our adjuncts may include:
Undertaking teaching and assessment duties on academic programmes. Support colleagues in Global College in the delivery of courses and other activities to support the delivery of the university- 's aims.
- Support in developing relevant materials in appropriate formats. Contribute to the content, design and delivery and the quality of teaching and learning, in consultation with colleagues and within the international structures and mechanisms established by the University.
- Mentor and supervise students, providing effective, well documented and timely feedback, both formative and summative. Provide pastoral support, recognising when to refer a student for further support. Play a key role in the delivery and support of an excellent student learning and living experience at HWU. The typical time commitment includes contact hours within the classroom, preparation time, assessment & feedback time : all over a 12 to 15 week teaching & assessment semester.
Qualifications:
- Degree in a relevant field
- Minimum of 3 years teaching experience. Excellent Communication skills: programmes are delivered in English and so fluency in English is essential.
Other requirements:
Applicants must be in the UAE and on a Resident visa and must provide a NO-Objection-Certificate (NOC) from the visa sponsor. UAE Nationals & Golden visa holders do not need to provide a NOC. Right to work documentation required from candidates will include.
- Colored passport copy including visa page.
- Emirates ID copy, both front and back
- Attested Degree
- Updated CV
- NOC
‘How to Apply'
Interested applicants must submit via the Heriot-Watt on-line recruitment system. (1) Cover letter describing their interest and suitability for the post; (2) Full up-to date CV
At Heriot Watt we are passionate about our values and look to them to connect our people globally and to help us collaborate and celebrate our success through working together. Our research programmes can deliver real world impact which is achieved through the diversity of our international community and the recognition of creative talent that connects our global team.
Our flourishing community will give you the freedom to challenge and to bring your enterprising mind and to help our partners with solutions that can be applied now and in the future. Join us and Heriot Watt will provide you with a platform to thrive and work in a way that also helps you live your life in balance with well-being and inclusiveness at the heart of our global community.
Learn more about our benefits here: Our Dubai Campus - Heriot-Watt University (hw.ac.uk)
Heriot-Watt University Dubai is ( Commission for Academic Accreditation ) CAA Licensed; therefore, successful candidates will need to either provide terminal degrees attested from a UAE institution accredited by the CAA or if the degree is not from a UAE Institution, the candidate will need to have MoE (Ministry of Education) Equivalency. More info on attestation can be found here on the MoE website. The candidate is responsible for getting their degree attestations done and these should be completed within six months of joining.
