"Teaching Assistant - Nutrition & Dietetics"

Position Summary

The B.Sc. in Nutrition & Dietetics under the Department of Nutrition Sciences is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for an academic position in nutrition at the level of Teaching Assistant, beginning January 2026. The candidate will be required to assist faculty members in the program, particularly in the courses, practical lab sessions, student work groups, undergraduate research and community service.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory sessions and supervise student-working groups in the nutrition and food courses
• Support students in the learning process though tutorials and other supporting educational processes
• Assist instructors in following up and grading student assignments
• Assist instructors and students in securing academic resources/reference materials for courses
• Assist in the community service, marketing, and outreach activities of the department programs.
• Contribute to various committees at the department, college, and university level.
• Engage in professional development activities/training to enhance teaching effectiveness and stay updated about advancements in the field.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department

Qualification

Master’s degree in nutrition or closely related field

1. Teaching experience in nutrition and food science
2. Practical experience is preferred
3. Bilingual candidates are preferred (Arabic/English)

Required Documents

• Current Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover letter.
• Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
• Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
• Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, a copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
• Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.

Benefits

• A three-year renewable contract.
• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Tax-free salary.
• Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
• Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies.
• Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
• Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
• Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
• End-of-contract indemnity.

How to Apply

• Returning Applicant: Please login in QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) to update/edit your saved profile. Use this profile to apply for this position.
• New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete, you may use it to apply for an open Position.