Lecturer​/Assistant Prof​/Associate Prof. in FinTech

The Department of Business and Economics at the Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS), Muscat, Oman, invites applications for a full‑time faculty position in Fin Tech (Financial Technology).

The successful candidate will contribute to high‑quality teaching, applied and scholarly research, industry engagement, curriculum development and quality assurance activities aligned with MCBS priorities and international accreditation expectations.

• Financial Technology
• Digital Banking
• Blockchain Applications in Finance
• AI and Analytics in Finance
• Digital Payments and Financial Innovation
• Financial Data Analytics
• Islamic Fin Tech (where applicable)
• Risk, Regulation and Compliance in Fin Tech

• Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in Fin Tech, finance, business technology and related areas in face‑to‑face, online and blended modes.
• Develop course syllabi, learning outcomes, assessment plans, rubrics, case studies and digital learning materials aligned with program learning outcomes.
• Integrate emerging financial technologies, analytics tools, industry cases and Oman/CBC examples into teaching.
• Conduct research and publish in peer‑reviewed journals, pursue applied research grants, consultancy and industry collaborations where appropriate.
• Support student advising, supervision of projects, internships, capstones and employability‑related initiatives.
• Participate in curriculum review, assurance of learning, moderation, program assessment, accreditation evidence preparation and continuous improvement.

• Assistant/Associate Professor with a PhD or DBA in Fin Tech, Finance, Financial Economics, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Digital Banking or a closely related field from a recognized university.
• Associate Professor candidates should demonstrate a sustained record of peer‑reviewed publications, academic leadership, student supervision and service.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and ability to teach online, hybrid and technology‑enhanced courses.
• Bilingual Arabic‑English communication is preferred; ability to teach in Arabic is an advantage for relevant programs.
• Experience with quality assurance, AACSB, OAAAQA, OQF‑aligned assessment, CLO/PLO mapping, moderation and accreditation documentation is strongly preferred.

• Professional certifications or industry experience in digital banking, payments, analytics, blockchain, compliance, risk management or financial services.
• Experience with applied projects, case‑based teaching, executive education or industry partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to MCBS research, innovation, societal impact and external engagement agendas.