Assistant/Associate Professor in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
Lead cutting-edge teaching and research in occupational health, safety, and environmental management at Qatar’s first specialized applied university.
Best for:Best for experienced occupational health professionals with a PhD, teaching expertise, and a commitment to applied research and industry engagement.
Overview
The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor position in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment within its College of Health Sciences. This role focuses on developing and delivering specialized courses, managing learning environments, and fostering industry collaborations. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, engage in research advancing occupational health practices, and support UDST’s mission of producing skilled professionals aligned with Qatar’s National Vision 2030. The position emphasizes applied and experiential learning, digital pedagogy, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a dynamic academic setting.
What you'll do
- Design, deliver, and evaluate courses in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Develop and maintain course portfolios for accreditation processes, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Liaise with industry partners, educational institutions, and advisory committees to integrate real-world applications into teaching.
- Manage learning environments, including laboratories, simulations, and practicums, to enhance student engagement and skill development.
- Engage in research that advances occupational health practices, knowledge dissemination, and curriculum innovation.
- Contribute to professional and community life through outreach, conferences, and collaborative projects.
- Participate in continuous professional development to stay current with emerging trends in occupational health and safety.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment or a related field. Alternatively, a master’s or bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety with a PhD in another discipline.
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and research.
Instruction: English
Publications: Demonstrated performance in scholarship contributing to occupational health and safety practice, knowledge advancement, or related publications.
- Five years of relevant professional experience in occupational health, safety, or environment fields.
- Current professional licensure and registration with a recognized body (e.g., IOSH, CRSP, CSP, NEBOSH).
- Demonstrated ability to use diverse teaching approaches, including laboratory, simulation, and practicum-based instruction.
- Proficiency in educational technology and digital platforms for teaching and learning.
- Strong commitment to applied and experiential learning methodologies.
- Expertise in curriculum development and instructional improvement planning.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- Five years of relevant professional experience required.
- Current professional licensure and registration with a recognized occupational health and safety body required.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15
Applicants must submit a CV, cover letter, and supporting documents (e.g., teaching dossiers, sample publications, references) through the university’s application portal. The application should clearly demonstrate how the candidate meets each requirement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- Teaching dossier
- Sample publications
- Three reference letters
- Proof of professional licensure and registration
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