Instructor of Food Science

The Department of Food Science at United Arab Emirates University invites applications for a full-time Instructor position.

Teaching and Laboratory Instruction

• Teach laboratory sections for courses such as food chemistry, food analysis, food microbiology, food processing, food safety, sensory evaluation, quality control, product development, and related subjects.
• Prepare laboratory experiments, instructional materials, standard operating procedures, reagents, samples, equipment, and assessment activities.
• Explain laboratory methods and demonstrate the correct use of analytical instruments and food-processing equipment.
• Supervise students during practical sessions and ensure compliance with laboratory safety requirements.
• Assess laboratory reports, practical examinations, assignments, and student performance in accordance with course requirements.
• Provide academic guidance and constructive feedback to students.
• Assist faculty members with course coordination, learning-outcome assessment, curriculum improvement, and accreditation activities.

Research Support

• Participate in research projects under the supervision of faculty members in the Department of Food Science.
• Assist with experimental planning, sample preparation, laboratory analysis, data collection, data management, and preliminary statistical analysis.
• Support the operation, maintenance, calibration, and proper use of laboratory instruments and research equipment.
• Contribute to research reports, presentations, publications, and other scholarly outputs, where appropriate.
• Assist in supervising undergraduate research projects and training students in laboratory techniques.
• Follow university requirements relating to research ethics, data integrity, biosafety, chemical management, and responsible conduct of research.

Laboratory and Departmental Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory readiness, cleanliness, organization, inventories, and documentation.
• Monitor laboratory supplies and assist with purchasing, storage, and safe disposal of chemicals and biological materials.
• Report equipment problems and coordinate routine maintenance and technical support.
• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, student activities, outreach events, professional training, and other assigned duties.
• Perform additional responsibilities appropriate to the position and departmental needs.

• Masterâs degree in Food Science or a closely related discipline from a recognized university.
• Appropriate academic and practical knowledge across core areas of Food Science.
• Ability to teach and supervise undergraduate laboratory sessions.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, quality assurance, and standard operating procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty members, technical staff, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Effective laboratory teaching and student-support skills.
• Strong organizational, technical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Accuracy in experimental work, recordkeeping, and assessment.
• Commitment to laboratory safety, research integrity, teamwork, and continuous professional development.
• Ability to manage multiple laboratory sections and meet academic deadlines.

• PhD in Food Science or a closely related discipline from a recognized university.
• Previous experience teaching or assisting with university-level Food Science laboratory courses.
• Practical experience with food analysis, food chemistry, microbiology, processing, sensory evaluation, or quality-control methods.
• Experience using analytical instruments and food-processing equipment.
• Experience supporting academic research, analyzing data, or contributing to scientific publications.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality systems, risk assessment, chemical safety, and equipment maintenance.