Job Details

Type: Full Time

Post Date: 30+ days ago

Industry: Education

Job Description

The College of Islamic Studies (CIS) at Qatar invites applications for a distinguished Full Professor position!

About CIS:

  • A leading center for contemporary Islamic studies, fostering intellectual discourse on Islam within a global context.

  • Offers 10 graduate and postgraduate programs preparing students for diverse careers.

  • Renowned for its research centers and clusters promoting interdisciplinary scholarship.

  • Integrates Islamic principles with modern social sciences, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.

The Opportunity:

Join our vibrant academic community as a Full Professor in Islamic Studies. We seek a scholar with a focus on theoretical and practical aspects of Islamic theology and law.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach courses in the CIS MA program on Islamic theology and law.

  • Contribute significantly to the College's research profile.

  • Engage with stakeholders to address contemporary issues in Islamic Law.

  • Assume leadership roles and manage research projects within the College.

Qualifications:

  • PhD in Islamic Law, Islamic Legal Theory, or Sharia with a focus on contemporary societies, from an accredited university.

  • 10+ years of university teaching experience with a proven record of scholarship.

  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching, student supervision, and curriculum development.

  • Strong research record, publications, and grants commensurate with a Full Professor at a major research university.

  • Renowned reputation in Islamic scholarship and established research networks.

  • Ability to lead diverse teams and foster cross-cultural collaboration.

  • Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English (English primary language of instruction).

To Apply:

Submit your application package (CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching statement, and reference information) electronically to [Email Address]. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (QF), was founded in 2010 to continue fulfilling QF’s vision of unlocking human potential. HBKU is a homegrown research and graduate studies University that acts as a catalyst for positive transformation in Qatar and the region while having a global impact.

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