International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Hiring for ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (DS) – Department of Language and Literacy (Teaching Arabic as a Second Language) (TASL) at Campus, IL Full Time

We are a well-known international university fully committed to comprehensive excellence in its academic pursuit and its administration. We extend an invitation to those who wish to contribute towards reaching our vision of revitalizing the intellectual dynamism of Islam and the Muslim Ummah and contribute towards the improvement of qualities of human life and civilization.

• Job Information

Post : Assistant Professor

Grade : DS51

Status of Appointment : Permanent (Malaysian only)

Basic salary : between RM5,855.00 to RM12,445.00 (depends on experience)

Area of specialization : TASL (Teaching Arabic as a Second Language)

Department : Department of Language and Literacy

Kulliyyah (Faculty) : Kulliyyah of Education

Location : Gombak

• Scope

The officer shall be a member of the staff of the Kulliyyah/Centre/Department to which he is assigned by the IIUM and the officer shall perform teaching, examining, and research duties and such other obligations as are normally required of an academic staff member of the IIUM.

The officer should also undertake moral and religious obligations in relation to his colleagues and students as part and parcel of his duties as a member of the academic staff of IIUM.

The officer shall attend meetings of IIUM Authorities, Boards and Committees to which he, being an academic staff member, may be appointed as a member by virtue of the IIUM Constitution or any Statutes or Acts, or of any administrative actions of the Rector, Dean or Head of the Kulliyyah/Centre/ Department.

The officer is also expected to participate in the general life of the IIUM community.

The officer is also expected to advise and guide students in relation to their character, behaviour and moral conduct. In short, he is not only a teacher (Mu’allim), a scholar (‘Alim) but also a moral educator (Murabbi).

3. Key Responsibilities

• Teaching Arabic subject to students from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Teaching and supervising UG and PG students in Arabic/English.
• Working harmoniously with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Preparing and delivering lectures and tutorials.
• Developing curricula and course material that can be used across a number of platforms in line with IIUM’s ‘Sejahtera Academic Framework’ (SAF) and the Ministry of Education’s ‘Experiential learning and Competency-Based Education Landscape’ (EXCEL).
• Collaborating with other academics and lecturers to improve teaching methods and expand knowledge base.
• Participating in training opportunities and initiatives at the institution.
• Providing support to students and other colleagues.
• Setting and grading assignments, tests, and exams.
• Conducting research, and writing papers, proposals, journal articles, and books.
• Attending and participating in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the institution.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor of Education in Teaching Arabic; OR any related bachelor’s degree with a Diploma in Education
• Master of Education and Ph.D in related education fields (preferably from a recognized university by the JPA/ Public Service Department).
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience with local or international school or Higher Education Institution.
• Published work and background in research would be advantageous.
• Malaysian applicants are welcome to apply, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

5. Minimum Competencies

• Ability to inspire students with your passion.
• Flexibility, resilience, and willingness to work long hours.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative and energetic, well-organized and committed.
• Skills in instructional technology & 21st century teaching skills preferred.
• Other Requirements (if Any)
• Age not more than 50 years old.
• No binding agreement with another party.
• Teaching experience with local or international school or HEI would be an advantage.
• Language Qualifications

All candidates must have obtained:-

• Credits in Bahasa Malaysia and English Language (including oral examination) at Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level OR equivalent qualification recognized by the Government (for Malaysian citizens).
• IELTS Band 7 / MUET Band 4. Candidate without any of these qualification will be required to sit for the IIUM English Language Proficiency Test.

IN SUPPORTING OF MAQASID SHARIAH, IIUM IS A SMOKE FREE CAMPUS

Click the link to sign up for application: http://huris.iium.edu.my/recruitment/