University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST)
About the Role:
The College of Health Sciences at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) invites applications for academic faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Respiratory Therapy. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering student-centered instruction, managing specialized clinical simulation laboratories, contributing to program curriculum enhancements, and advancing applied research initiatives within the field of respiratory care and cardiorespiratory health.
Key Responsibilities & Core Functions:
1. Teaching & Academic Delivery:
– Design, update, and teach high-quality undergraduate courses in Respiratory Therapy, including Mechanical Ventilation, Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology, Neonatal & Pediatric Respiratory Care, and Pulmonary Diagnostics.
– Conduct hands-on instructional sessions in high-fidelity clinical simulation laboratories and practical clinical environments.
– Utilize modern educational technologies, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and interactive clinical training methodologies to optimize student learning outcomes.
– Provide continuous student academic advising, capstone project supervision, and clinical competency evaluations.
2. Curriculum Development & Program Accreditation:
– Participate actively in the systematic review, updating, and accreditation of the Respiratory Therapy degree programs.
– Align course learning outcomes with international healthcare education standards and regional workforce needs in Qatar’s health sector.
– Serve as a clinical liaison to coordinate clinical placement rotations with healthcare partners across Qatar (e.g., Hamad Medical Corporation).
3. Applied Research & Scholarly Activity:
– Engage in applied research within respiratory care, pulmonary rehabilitation, critical care medicine, or allied health education.
– Publish scholarly research in peer-reviewed academic journals, present at international healthcare conferences, and pursue research grant funding.
– Supervise student research projects and guide undergraduate students in evidence-based practice methodologies.
4. Institutional & Community Service:
– Serve on departmental, college, and university-wide committees to support institutional governance and continuous quality improvement.
– Support college recruitment, public health awareness initiatives, and community outreach programs related to respiratory health.
Qualifications, Experience & Core Requirements:
– Academic Credentials:
* An earned Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Respiratory Therapy, Cardiorespiratory Sciences, Health Sciences, or a closely related discipline from an accredited, internationally recognized university.
* Professional credentialing or licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or equivalent national board certification is required.
– Teaching & Clinical Experience:
* Assistant Professor: Minimum 3 years of post-secondary teaching experience at a university level, combined with clinical experience in respiratory care.
* Associate / Full Professor: Proven track record of 5 to 10+ years of academic rank progress, administrative leadership, high-impact scholarly publications, and successful research grant activity.
* Extensive clinical expertise in intensive care units (ICU/NICU/PICU), pulmonary function testing, or critical care transport.
– Skills & Attributes:
* Full professional fluency in spoken and written English (the primary language of instruction).
* Strong commitment to applied, experiential learning, clinical skills assessment, and multi-cultural student engagement.
Compensation & Benefits Package:
– Competitive tax-free salary tailored to academic rank and experience.
– Fully furnished university housing accommodation or housing allowance.
– Comprehensive family health insurance coverage.
– Annual return airfare tickets for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents.
– Children’s educational allowance.
– Relocation assistance, luggage allowance, and end-of-service gratuity.
To apply for this job please visit academiccareers-udst.icims.com.