Cybersecurity Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)
American University of Bahrain · Riffa, Southern Governorate, Bahrain
About the role
The adjunct faculty member is responsible for teaching cybersecurity courses, developing curriculum, and providing student advising. They will also engage in academic research, administrative duties, and project supervision for students.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's or PhD degree in a related field from a recognized institution. A minimum of three years of experience in teaching or developing higher education programs is required.
Full description
Job Overview:
The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for teaching a range of courses alongside contributing to curriculum development, student advising, and the overall academic mission of the department. This role also entails engagement in research and academic writing, as well as participation in faculty governance and administrative duties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Teach a range of courses.
2. Prepare course syllabus, plan lessons and assignments.
3. Assess students’ progress by grading assignments, papers, exams, and other work.
4. Advise students about which classes to take and how to achieve their goals.
5. Work with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum for a degree or certificate program involving a series of courses.
6. Stay informed about changes and innovations in their field.
7. Invigilating examinations.
8. Attending faculty meetings
9. General administration works in relation to teaching and assessments’ quality assurance.
10. Writing research proposals, papers, and other publications.
11. Supervising projects/thesis for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
12. Any other duties as reasonably required by management.
Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Required:
- Masters/ PhD degree in a related field, from a recognized institution.
- Experience teaching programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Minimum of three years of experience in teaching and developing a higher education program or comparable experience in industry.
- Strong communication and relationship building skills with peers, leadership, and external constituents.
- Knowledge and experience of using LMS (preferable).
- Demonstrate leadership aligned with AUBH core values of integrity, engagement, excellence, and desire to make a difference.
