Associate Professor - Accounting
(job reference number: 1900001T)

Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia 

Our client is a renowned private university in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia.  

We are now looking for a qualified and experienced Associate Professor – Accounting to work on an initial 12-month contract, with possibility of extension/renewal.  

The successful candidate will carry out the duties of the position in accordance with College values and standards and in line with College policies and procedures, upholding high professional standards and leading by example. 

This an opportunity not to be missed.  

Key roles and Responsibilities  

• Contribute at an appropriate level to school and faculty policy and practice in teaching and research. 
• Play a significant role in the design, development, and planning of courses and programs within the subject area as required. 
• Play a significant role in the review of courses and programs and in assessment, quality assurance, and quality enhancement as required. 
• Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching as appropriate. 

• Provide timely feedback and assessment of coursework and examinations. 
• Provide general support and guidance to students, resolving issues and/or referring to specialist parties, where appropriate. 
• In addition to teaching, the candidate will be involved in academic advising, curriculum development, preparing course syllabi, planning in-class team activities, constructing student assessments, preparing examinations, keeping grade records, holding regular office hours and other standard, non-teaching duties such as institutional and professional services.  
• Maintain an appropriate scholarly or professional development activity and to keep up to date with developments in the field as necessary to carry out the duties of the position. 
• Participate in the comprehensive advisement of students majoring in the College. 

• Contribute to the overall work of the College and/or equivalent external organizations by representing the institution and faculty on appropriate committees and groups. 
• Effectively contribute to the management and administrative processes and committee structures of the School, faculty, and College, as required. 
• Participate in, manage, or lead major initiatives or areas of work (as either sustained or one-time projects) that facilitate School, faculty, or College performance and accreditation, as required. 
• Participate in the recruitment, management, development, and mentoring of colleagues, as required. 
• And perform any and all other position-related duties as requested by Chair, Dean, Vice President, or President. 

The Candidate must hold the following qualifications, experience & skills: 

• Candidate with research interests and experience in one or more of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply: 

1. Intermediate accounting 
2. Accounting information systems 
3. Auditing and assurance services 
4. Financial accounting  
5. Managerial accounting 
6. International accounting 
7. Accounting for government and non-profit making organizations 

• Candidate must have earned a doctorate degree in Accounting or a closely related field from an accredited Western residential university.  
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills. 

• A minimum of three years of demonstrated teaching excellence in programs in which English is used as the language of instruction. 
• An active research record as evidenced by publications in refereed journals and at conferences. 
• A strong willingness to become engaged in service to the university and the community, and to participate in department, college, and university initiatives, especially as they relate to accreditation. 
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity. 
• Experience with AACSB accreditation is highly beneficial. 

• Familiarity with technology-infused academic environments is required.  
• Previous experiences in the Middle East in general and in GCC countries in particular are an added bonus.  
• Candidate must provide a letter of promotion from an academic institution with a documented due process to the rank of Associate Professor.