Faculty Position: Tourism Guidance

College: College of Arts, Science, Information Technology and Communication

Job Posting Number: [FT101]

Job Title: Assistant Professor in Tour Guiding

Job Description:

The University of Kalba is seeking to appoint a faculty member for teaching Tour Guiding in the College of Arts, Sciences, Information Technology, and Communications / Department of History and Islamic Civilization. The applicant should hold a PhD degree in Tour Guiding or equivalent from a recognized university accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education. The applicant should have five years (minimum) of teaching tour guiding in a similar academic educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Scientific research list shows research published after obtaining the last academic qualification in prestigious international journals.
  • Professional experience in teaching in the field of specialization.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and keeping up with developments in the relevant field.
  • Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices.
  • Solid background of education technology and teaching platforms.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with a track record of identifying and filling needs proactively.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to set priorities in a dynamic and complex environment to meet critical deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to own professional development.
  • Creative and energetic.
  • Proficiency in Arabic and English language.
  • Scientific publishing in the field of specialization in prestigious international academic journals.
  • Participation in relevant regional and international conferences.
  • Keen on participating in joint scientific research with colleagues or in research groups inside and outside the university.
  • Sustain active participation in relevant professional organizations.
  • Plan, prepare and deliver courses, schemes of work, and individual lessons, appropriate to the needs, interests, and existing knowledge of students.
  • Contribute to curricular design and assist in the development of syllabi, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, and teaching strategies in the department.
  • Undertake formative and summative assessments to ensure progress and implement interventions where required.
  • Mentor and advise students at all levels.
  • Use digital technologies to ensure an interactive learning environment.
  • Apply learning practices effectively.
  • Contribute to the department process of self-review, evaluation, and improvement planning activities.
  • Perform all assigned administrative tasks by the program/department, college and university.
  • Engage in professional activities and community service.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • PhD in Tour Guiding from a reputable university.

College: College of Arts, Science, Information Technology and Communication

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Posting Close Date:

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Job Category:

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