Key Responsibilities Assist the Head of Maritime Logistics and Supply Chain Management Program in achieving the Academy'sstrategic, academic, research, and industry engagement objectives. Teach postgraduate courses in areas such as Maritime Economics andCommercial, Maritime Safety and Risk Management Systems, Maritime Law, Regulation and Compliance, Shipping Operations and Fleet Management,Shipping Finance and Global Risk Management, Shipping Strategy and Policy, Port or Shipping agency, Port Customs regulations and relatedmaritime shipping disciplines as assigned by the Head, using appropriate teaching methods while satisfying the requirements of theAcademy. Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, workshops, simulations, case studies, and applied learning activities using innovativeand effective pedagogical approaches. Supervise postgraduate dissertations, applied research projects, industry projects, internships,and capstone projects in shipping operations, fleet management, maritime economics, shipping finance, maritime risk, shipping strategy, andmaritime regulation. Contribute to the development of the Academy's research profile through high-quality publications, collaborativeresearch projects, conference participation, and external research funding applications. Participate in all aspects of assessment,including examination setting, moderation, marking, viva examinations, project evaluation, and the development of innovative assessmentmethods that enhance student learning outcomes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in shipping operations, fleet management,maritime economics and finance, safety and risk management, digital shipping, sustainability, and international maritime regulations tosupport research-informed teaching. Ensure compliance with academic regulations, quality assurance requirements, program specifications,timetables, and the annual academic calendar. Conduct high-quality research in areas such as shipping operations, fleet management,maritime economics, shipping finance, maritime safety and risk, shipping strategy and policy, digital shipping, sustainability, and maritimeregulation, contributing to the Academy's research strategy and international reputation. Publish scholarly work in high-impact journalsand actively pursue research grants, consultancy projects, and industry-funded initiatives. Provide timely, constructive, formative, andcomprehensive feedback to students using appropriate communication channels and learning technologies. Contribute to curriculumdevelopment, course review, program enhancement, accreditation activities, and institutional quality assurance initiatives. Serve asAcademic Advisor and mentor to students, supporting their academic, professional, and personal development. Participate actively indepartmental, college, and institutional committees, meetings, and academic governance activities. Deliver courses and contribute tointerdisciplinary teaching activities across other academic departments when required by the Line Manager. Represent the Academy atconferences, professional events, industry forums, and external stakeholder engagements.

Qualifications E:

PhD inShipping Management, Maritime Management, Maritime Economics, Maritime Operations, Shipping Finance, or a closely related discipline.

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Professional maritime or shipping certification or recognized qualification relevant to shipping operations and management.

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Recognized qualification for teaching in

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Membership or Fellowship of a relevant professional body from Maritime /

Shipping Experience E:

Minimum of 10 years post-PhD (including at least 5 years at the rank of Associate Professor orequivalent) for appointment as Professor, or a PhD with a minimum of 5 years at the rank of Assistant Professor or equivalent forappointment as Associate Professor, from a recognized university.

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A minimum of 10 years of teaching experience at the rank ofAssistant Professor or above, acquired after obtaining the PhD.

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Postgraduate teaching experience in Shipping Operations, FleetManagement, Maritime Economics, Shipping Finance, Maritime Risk Management, Maritime Law, and related maritime disciplines.

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Relevantindustry experience in shipping companies, ship management, fleet operations, chartering, maritime finance, maritime authorities, ormaritime consultancy.

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Experience supervising postgraduate dissertations, applied research projects, and capstone projects.

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Demonstrated research capability through publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

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Experience incurriculum development, course leadership, and academic program enhancement.

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Familiarity with international maritime regulations andindustry standards, including

SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, ISPS

Code, and related IMO instruments.

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Familiarity with CAA standards, qualityassurance processes, and accreditation requirements in the UAE.

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Familiarity with learning technologies, Learning ManagementSystems (LMS), online assessment platforms, and academic integrity tools.

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Experience with digital shipping technologies, fleetmanagement systems, maritime simulation systems, and emerging technologies relevant to the shipping sector.

Knowledge E:

Advanced knowledge of Shipping Operations, Fleet Management, Commercial Shipping, Maritime Economics, Shipping Finance, andChartering.

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Knowledge of voyage planning, freight markets, vessel deployment, shipping cycles, and commercial shippingmanagement.

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Knowledge of maritime safety, risk management, international conventions and regulations, including

SOLAS, MARPOL,STCW, ISPS

Code, and IMO instruments.

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Knowledge of Digital Shipping, Fleet Management Systems, AI, automation, sustainability,ESG, and maritime decarbonization.

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Knowledge of research methods, postgraduate supervision, academic standards, andevidence-based decision-making.

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Knowledge of maritime simulation, UAE maritime regulations, higher education quality assurance,research funding, consultancy, and industry engagement.

Skills E:

Ability to communicate effectively in English, bothwritten and verbal, at the highest level of professionalism.

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Ability to integrate academic theory and maritime industry practice throughcase studies, simulations, and research-informed teaching.

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Strong teaching, presentation, facilitation, and student engagement skillsacross postgraduate learning environments.

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Ability to supervise postgraduate research, dissertations, and applied industry projects.

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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills relevant to shipping operations, fleet management, maritime economics, riskmanagement, shipping strategy, and maritime finance.

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Ability to work effectively within multicultural and interdisciplinary academic andprofessional environments.

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Familiarity with maritime simulation technologies, fleet management systems, digital shipping systems, andemerging maritime technologies.

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Essential P:

Preferred