Faculty in Maritime Logistics and SCM

About the role

The Sharjah Maritime Academy is seeking a senior academic leader to join its faculty in Maritime Logistics and Supply Chain Management (SCM). This full‑time position involves teaching, research, and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students in maritime‑related disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and assess courses in Maritime Logistics, SCM, Maritime Business, Research Methods and Applied Research.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations, theses and capstone projects.
• Provide timely feedback, grading and pastoral support to students.
• Maintain a teaching load of up to 2 credit hours per term and supervise research projects equivalent to 1 credit hour.
• Produce a five‑year research plan, secure substantial research funding and lead innovative maritime research initiatives.
• Contribute to academic leadership, grant acquisition and impact case studies within the maritime logistics field.

Required profile

• PhD in Maritime Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Business, Maritime Finance, International Maritime Law or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of post‑PhD academic experience, currently at Associate Professor level or higher.
• Demonstrated record of high‑impact research, grant success and industry‑relevant innovation.
• Familiarity with the UAE higher‑education landscape and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Holding or willingness to obtain a recognized higher‑education teaching qualification (e.g., FHEA).

Required skills