The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Hiring for Open Rank Faculty Position in Sociology at Qatar (QA) Full Time

Brief Description of DI:  

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) was founded in Qatar in 2015 as a Doha-based independent institution of higher education. The Institute offers MA and PhD programs in two schools: the School of Social Sciences and Humanities and the School of Economics, Administration and Public Policy. The Institute adopts a student-centred approach to learning, promotes interdisciplinary research, and uses Arabic as the primary language of instruction, with fluency in English a requirement. DI aims to graduate researchers and practitioners who can advance knowledge and better the human condition, while upholding the highest scientific, professional and ethical standards. It provides advanced leadership-focused training that emphasizes the competencies necessary to satisfy the region’s needs in sustainable development and intellectual advancement. The Institute upholds the guiding principles of academic freedom and emphasizes the values of integrity and professionalism.

  Brief Description of Program:

The Sociology and Anthropology Program aims to provide graduate level students with theoretical, research, and methodological training in the fields of sociology and anthropology that span multiple critical schools of thought and their developments in these fields. The Program focuses on relationships between local Arab and global contexts, providing students with the opportunity to engage each separately and comparatively.  This training allows students to produce knowledge about contemporary Arab social issues and the world with a universal perspective. The program enables students to develop qualitative and quantitative skills in sociological and anthropological analyses that will prepare students for doctoral level studies through an emphasis on critical theoretical thought and advanced research and academic writing skills. Their training will prepare them for employment in a variety of fields and disciplines, including development and politics

Job Description:

The Sociology and Anthropology Program invites applications for a Faculty position (open rank) in Sociology. All research areas in sociology will be considered (e.g. Sociology of knowledge, social movements, social stratification, inequality, labour market, migration, urban sociology, the sociology of consumption, education and religion). The ideal candidate will have a PhD in sociology or a relevant social science field, and an established or rapidly developing record of publications in leading sociological journals and/or with highly regarded academic publishers. The candidate will undertake research of the highest standard and contribute to high quality teaching and administration. Preference will be given to candidates with strong skills in quantitative and empirical methods.

The candidate will be expected to supervise MA and PhD students and will contribute to a quality educational experience that would enhance the employability and academic standing of our students. The candidate is expected to actively engage with the Program’s research agenda, contribute to research income and enhance teaching quality and the overall visibility of the Program and Institute regionally and internationally.

The DI recognizes the importance of English for research and teaching. However, the ability to teach Arabic language is essential. The candidate shall conduct individual and group research in addition to the engagement in building and advancing the Sociology and Anthropology Program. The candidate is required to collaborate with other colleagues from different fields  and to engage in DI’s academic activities and events.

The Doha Institute encourages all qualified applicants to apply for this position, especially female applicants.

The post will begin in September 2023 or shortly after. The search will continue until a successful candidate is selected for the post.  

  Main Responsibilities:

The main duties of selected candidate will be:

1. Conducting and publishing high quality research.
2. Supervising students and providing quality academic advising.
3. Teaching Program and School courses.
4. Undertaking administrative and service duties in the Program and School, and at DI.
5. Educational leadership roles at the institutional level.
6. Contribute to developing the Program.

  Qualifications/Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Ability to teach at the postgraduate level in Arabic
2. Experience in supervising graduate students
3. Experience in carrying out administrational duties within an academic context

Education and Degrees Attained:

Ph.D. degree in Sociology.

Required Skills: Required Skills – Research

1. A track record or trajectory of internationally excellent publications & research of high academic standards
2. Proven ability, as evidenced by existing publications, or potential to publish in top journals and/or with leading book publishers
3. Ability to establish an international reputation in specialist areas of research
4. Ability to attract external funding
5. Ability to undertake research that has impact and ability to engage in knowledge exchange
6. Willingness to engage in collaborative/ interdisciplinary research with other members of the Program, School and Institute.

Required Skills – Teaching

1. Ability to teach at the graduate level in Arabic
2. Experience in teaching quantitative methods in Sociology
3. Experience in teaching required courses at the MA level
4. A commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students, including pastoral care

Required Skills – Administration/ Service

1. Willingness to contribute to the work of departmental and institutional committees
2. A commitment to work as part of a team in assisting the smooth running of the Program

Required skills – Other

1. Complete tasks on time and develop new projects.
2. Leadership skills relevant to the academic work environment.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including an ability to place one’s specialist work within a broader interdisciplinary context
4. Evidence of innovation or creativity in research or teaching

Required Documents:

1. A cover letter with a Statement of Interest
2. A complete and updated CV
3. Teaching Statement including students course evaluations, if applicable
4. Research statement
5. A copy of the PhD degree

Please note that incomplete applications will NOT be considered

Selected candidates will be asked to submit a list of 3 referees (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number). The referees will be contacted directly by DI; 3 Publications the candidate would like the DI to examine.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For further information on the DI please visit www.dohainstitute.edu.qa, and for further inquiries about the position, please contact Head of Program, Dr. Nabil Khattab [email protected]

All documents should be submitted to the vacancy listed on DI’s career page:

https://www.dohainstitute.edu.qa/EN/Careers/Pages/JobVacancies.aspx

Notes:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted