29 Dec 2023
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE- Research Field
Political sciences- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
United Arab Emirates- Application Deadline
26 Jan 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Permanent- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Full-time faculty positions at NDC involve teaching graduate-level courses in strategic and security studies, advising and mentoring participants within the institution, conducting research in their fields of expertise relevant to the College mission and academic program, participating in service to the college, outreach, and partnership-building, including teaching on short executive education courses as required. Effective communication and teamwork skills are sought. Support and collaboration with colleagues and administrators from diverse backgrounds are required.
The annual teaching load of the College is capped at 18 credits, though NDC endeavors to limit teaching to 12 credits when possible. Candidates should be able to contribute to three or more core courses in the existing interdisciplinary curriculum and develop an elective in their area of expertise. (http://www.ndc.ac.ae/en/core-courses ) - (https://www.ndc.ac.ae/ ). NDC follows an andragogic seminar model in graduate teaching, so the ability to lead facilitated seminars in English or Arabic is essential. An active research agenda is also required, with publication expectations of one peer-reviewed article, book chapter, or the equivalent per year. Academic rank will be determined by years of teaching experience and scholarship profile.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
The incumbent must have the following essential qualifications:
Desirable
The following will be considered an advantage:
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- International Law
- Strategic Leadership
- Military History/Strategy
- Wargaming/Modelling & Simulation
COMPETENCIES
The incumbent must demonstrate:
- Achievement: Creates own measures of excellence and improves performance as a life-long learner;
- Analytical Thinking: Sees multiple relationships;
- Change and Leadership: Expresses vision for positive change;
- Impact and Influence: Uses direct and indirect influence to elicit positive results;
- Initiative: Is pro-active and decisive in a time-sensitive situation.
- Organizational and Cultural Awareness: Understands organizational politics and cultural sensitivities;
- Teamwork: Solicits inputs and encourages others.
- Technology: Proficiency in modern classroom technologies, including Generative AI.
Benefits:
The compensation package includes a competitive salary and allowances for housing, transportation, education fees for eligible minor children, cost of living, and health insurance. The start date is flexible, but ideally no later than August 2024.
Application Process & Required Documents:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Initial screening interviews are expected to take place on a rolling basis as applications are received. Required documents for application include, but not limited to,
How to Apply:
All documents should be sent to Ms. Betty Boutros at ([email protected] ). The College anticipates conducting phone/video interviews in early 2024, with subsequent invitations for an on-site interview. Review of applications will continue until the position(s) are filled. Due to the volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates who meet the specified requirements for this position of will be contacted.
About the NDC-UAE:
The NDC is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi is the largest of seven emirates, a well-ordered, industrious and a vibrant city known for its spectacular infrastructures, adventure activities, extensive deserts, rich heritage and beautiful beaches with a pretty waterside location. Made up of 200 islands, the emirate has a diversity of landscapes ranging from coastal islands filled with world-famous attractions and beaches to an uninterrupted desert scenery.
Requirements
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- City
- United Arab Emirates (AE)
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/361759/assistant-associate…
Contact
- City
United Arab Emirates (AE)
STATUS: EXPIRED
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