Instructor in aquaculture and marine science

Instructor in aquaculture and marine science

The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Aquaculture/marine science at the rank of Instructor. The appointment will be within the College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, and is expected to begin in the upcoming academic year.

Position Summary

The successful candidate is expected to establish and develop a curriculum of courses related to aquaculture, fisheries and marine science. Teaching courses such as principles of fisheries, mariculture, fish nutrition and breeding, etc. The candidate will contribute to teaching and service activities in the field of aquaculture and marine science, with emphasis on aquaculture production and fisheries management relevant to arid and semi‑arid environments.

• Instructing students in practical fisheries and aquaculture sessions.
• Developing and applying both formal and informal assessment strategies to track student progress.
• Overseeing practical work in specialized facilities, such as tank rooms and wet laboratories, ensuring students develop research and handling skills.
• Ability to teach across various platforms, including online learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Zoom, Moodle) and delivering hands‑on lab instruction.
• Providing targeted feedback and reports to students regarding academic growth.

• M.Sc. of marine science/aquaculture or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Evidence of effective teaching experience at the university level for instructor level, a strong record of teaching, research, and service.
• Knowledge of hatchery management, grow‑out stages for finfish, crustaceans, and shellfish, and systems like recirculating aquaculture (RAS).
• Strong communication skills in English.

• Advanced academic credentials, specialized teaching experience, and practical industry engagement.
• Evidences of teaching experiences.
• Record of successful curriculum development.

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Statement of research interests and future research.

Close Date:
Kindly apply before the closing date.