Assistant Professor

HBKU’s College of Law delivers four innovative degree programs (Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.M. in International Law and Foreign Affairs, LL.M. in International Economic and Business Law,  and Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.), which meet educational needs in the legal field for Qatar, the region,  and beyond.

Position

The College of Law invites applications for the full-time faculty position of Assistant Professor. Candidates should have an outstanding record in research in any of the following areas:  commercial law, intellectual property law, civil procedure, legal drafting,  and legal research methods. The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally-recognized research program in their area of expertise and teach HBKU Law students. 

The University and the College offer unprecedented opportunities for professional teaching and research enrichment and personal fulfillment. HBKU Law works within a collaborative environment with partner universities within Qatar Foundation (e.g. Georgetown University in Qatar and Weill-Cornell Medicine in Qatar)  and other institutions, such as the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre, the Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)  and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).  

Required Qualifications and Skills 

• Ph.D./S.J.D./D.Phil./or J.D. from an accredited university.
• Two to five years of experience in research, higher education, or closely related areas (additional experience may be required to show equivalency) as appropriate for the rank and subject matter of expertise, with evidence of increasing professional maturity and productivity.
• Evidence of participation in the scholarly and academic affairs of a university or other appropriate organization, or in an appropriate professional society or organization.
• Research and scholarly achievements judged competent and adequate for the rank considered for in comparison with peers.
• Evidence of an increasing regional and international reputation in the scholarly discipline.
• Ability to work with diverse groups, cultures,  and communities.
• Evidence of significant national, regional,  and international networks and collaborations in both teaching and research activities.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

How to Apply

Please submit your application (CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching statement and names of three references with their full contact information) through the following link: Click here to apply

Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.  Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews. 

Remuneration

HBKU offers an attractive compensation package that includes a tax-free salary and additional benefits such as housing & transportation allowances, children educational assistance, annual paid leave and airfares, medical insurance etc. 

Hamad Bin Khalifa University is an equal opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining culturally and academically diverse staff of the highest caliber.