College: College Of Health Sciences / Assistant / Associate / Full Professor In Nursing (Open Specialty – Medical Surgical Nursing .....

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Nursing (Open Specialty – Medical Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Maternity Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Critical Care Nursing and Community Health Nursing)
College: College of Health Sciences / College of Nursing
Department: Nursing
Reports to: Dean, College of Health Sciences

Job Purpose
The faculty member serves as a academic leader delivering high-quality nursing education aligned with ACEN standards and UAE MOHESR regulations. The role integrates student- centered teaching, clinical competency development, impactful research, and industry collaboration to graduate practice-ready nurses and strengthen institutional research visibility — in full alignment with Fujairah University's strategic mission.

Core Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Clinical Education

  • Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses using competency-based, simulation-integrated, and evidence-based approaches.
  • Apply active and experiential learning methods (e.g., simulation, OSCEs, case-based learning, problem-based learning).
  • Supervise clinical training and internships with affiliated healthcare partners.
  • Advise and mentor students; supervise capstone projects and theses.
  • Develop course syllabi aligned with QF Emirates qualification levels, with clear mapping of Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) to Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs).
  • Use LMS and digital/AI-enabled tools to enhance learning outcomes.

2. Curriculum & Quality Assurance

  • Design and continuously improve curricula aligned with ACEN and MOHESR requirements.
  • Ensure clear learning outcomes, constructive alignment of assessments, and measurable competency attainment.
  • Contribute to program review, CAA accreditation documentation, and quality assurance cycles.
  • Prepare and review academic quality reports including course reports, program effectiveness reports, and assessment of learning reports.
  • Support inter-professional education across health and allied health disciplines.

3. Research & Scholarly Impact

  • Maintain an active Scopus-indexed research portfolio with measurable impact metrics appropriate to rank (h-index; FWCI ≥ 1 preferred).
  • Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals and pursue internal and external research funding.
  • Present research findings at national and international conferences.
  • Align research with UAE national health priorities and innovation agendas.
  • Supervise student research and foster a scholarly culture within the department.

4. Student Advising & Academic Support

  • Provide academic advising and guidance on program progression, professional development pathways, and career planning.
  • Support student well-being and facilitate access to university support services.
  • Participate in thesis/graduation project examination committees.

5. Industry Collaboration & Knowledge Transfer

  • Build and sustain partnerships with hospitals, healthcare organizations, and relevant professional bodies.
  • Co-develop CPD/CNE programs, workshops, and clinical training initiatives with industry partners.
  • Conduct joint or applied research and consultancy activities with healthcare industry partners.
  • Support student placement pipelines and graduate employability initiatives.

6. Academic Service & University Engagement

  • Serve on departmental, college, and university-level committees.
  • Contribute to program development, policy formulation, and institutional strategic initiatives.
  • Participate in student recruitment, orientation, and university outreach events.
  • Promote an inclusive, culturally responsive, and professionally enriching learning environment.

7. Community Engagement & Social Responsibility

  • Participate in community outreach programs and health promotion initiatives.
  • Provide professional consultation to public health and community organizations.
  • Organize or participate in workshops, seminars, and community initiatives related to healthcare development.

8. Professional & Continuous Development

  • Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) activities to stay current with advances in nursing practice, education, and research.
  • Demonstrate AI literacy and integrate emerging digital tools into teaching and scholarly work.
  • Support university efforts to enhance institutional rankings and academic reputation.

Qualifications & Requirements


Education : PhD in Nursing (relevant specialty) from an accredited, internationally recognized institution (full-time study mandatory)
Assistant Professor : 2–5 years academic teaching + 3–5 years clinical experience
Associate Professor : ≥ 5 years academic teaching + strong publication record
Full Professor : ≥ 8–10 years with sustained research leadership and funded research 
Licensure : Eligibility for UAE nursing licensure (MOH / DHA / DOH)
Research : Active Scopus profile with rank-appropriate h-index; FWCI ≥ 1 preferred 
Language : English (fluent, required); Arabic (desirable)

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

  • Student-centered teaching, simulation-based education, and clinical mentorship.
  • Curriculum development, CLO/PLO mapping, and constructive alignment principles.
  • Accreditation and quality assurance expertise (ACEN, MOHESR, CAA).
  • Research productivity, Scopus-indexed publication, and grant writing.
  • Industry collaboration and inter-professional practice engagement.
  • Proficiency in LMS platforms, blended/digital learning tools, and AI-assisted education.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
  • Cultural competence and the ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural academic community.
  • Leadership, organizational, and committee participation skills.