Assistant / Associate / Full Professor – Global Studies

The Department of Global Studies, KFUPM Business School at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, invites applications for full-time faculty positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor from candidates affiliated with prestigious, top-ranked global universities as listed in the QS World University Rankings. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required, as English is the medium of instruction at KFUPM. Applicants with expertise or experience related to the Middle East are especially encouraged to apply. The position is open to both Male and Female applicants, with Female candidates strongly encouraged to apply. 

We are inviting applications for faculty positions in the following fields:  

Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate course, advising and mentoring of students, supervision of MS and PhD thesis / dissertation and develop funded research program appropriate to his field of specialization. The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to quality education and student interaction. 

• Two-year renewable contract.

• Competitive tax-free salaries based on qualifications and experience.

• Free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing unit with free essential utilities and maintenance.

• Air ticket/s to Dammam upon appointment; annual repatriation air ticket/s for up to four persons.

• Contribution towards local tuition fees for school-age dependent children; local transportation allowance.

• Two months’ paid summer leave.

• Free health care at KFUPM Clinic.

• End-of-service gratuity after two (2) years of continuous service.

• The KFUPM campus has a range of facilities including a medical and dental clinic, health club with swimming pool, an extensive library, computing, research and teaching laboratory facilities, a recreation center and a private beach

Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. from reputable institution, strong record of published research, experience in supervising research of graduate students, relevant teaching experience at the university level and have teaching and/or industrial experience in the respective areas. Candidates with Middle East expertise and experience are encouraged to apply.

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

Director of Talent Acquisition
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +966 13 860-3257
Fax: +966 13 860-2442