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Category
Academic Positions
Type
Full time
Description
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) is seeking applications for the position of Associate Professor/Professor in Management, specializing in Quality Management within Management or Business. This role supports the Doctor of Philosophy in Quality Management program. HBMSU is a globally recognized leader in smart learning, dedicated to delivering innovative, learner-centred education.
Main roles & responsibilities
The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the Doctor of Philosophy in Quality Management program by:
• Teaching: Delivering advanced courses on topics such as Quality 4.0, research methods, service excellence, and strategy using HBMSU’s interactive smart learning platforms.
• Curriculum Development: Designing and updating course materials to incorporate emerging trends like digital transformation and the experience economy.
• Research: Publishing in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals while applying multidisciplinary approaches (e.g., social sciences, IT, data analytics) to address modern quality management challenges. Pursuing research funding opportunities is encouraged.
• Mentorship: Supervising Ph.D. dissertations and guiding scholars in rigorous research methodologies and ethical practices.
• Professional Development: Developing and delivering workshops and seminars for professionals in quality management.
• Service: Contributing to program accreditation, academic governance, and outreach activities to enhance the program’s visibility.
Required qualification & skills
• A Ph.D. in a field relevant to Quality Management or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution.
• Expertise in teaching Quantitative Research Methods, Quality Management, Innovation, Strategy, Technology and Entrepreneurship at the graduate level.
• A strong research profile with a proven track record of publishing in Scopus-indexed journals and applying multidisciplinary approaches to quality management.
• Experience in online learning environments and integrating smart technologies in teaching and research.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor doctoral candidates and guide impactful dissertations.
• Experience in professional training and workshops is an asset.
Rank and Appointment
• Associate Professor: Minimum 5 years of academic experience, with a strong research profile and leadership in quality management initiatives.
• Full Professor: Minimum 10 years of academic experience, with evidence of high-quality teaching and impactful research contributions.
About the Program
The Doctor of Philosophy in Quality Management program equips graduates to thrive in dynamic business environments influenced by the 4th Industrial Revolution, globalization, and changing consumer behaviours. With a multidisciplinary approach, the program integrates, data analytics, social sciences, and service sciences to address real-world quality management challenges. Graduates are prepared for academia and industry, contributing to continuous improvement and organizational excellence.
