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Faculty Position in Physics, College of Sciences and Humanities
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Prince Sultan University
Newport News, VA (In Person)
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The Mathematics and Sciences Department, College of Humanities and Sciences at Prince Sultan University, is seeking applicants with the rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Physics for the Academic Year 2026/2027. Qualified candidate is expected to contribute to the department's teaching, research, and service activities. The candidate should be capable of teaching Physics courses to undergraduate students from a variety of academic disciplines and majors. QUALIFICATIONS andREQUIREMENTS
Ph.D. in Physics or Applied Physics from an accredited university, with Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Physics or a closely related field. Academic degrees completed through full-time, on-campus study. Relevant teaching experience at the university level. Ability to teach General Physics courses and laboratory sessions to undergraduate students from diverse academic majors. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, the language of instruction and academic communication at the University. Active research profile, evidenced by publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals indexed in Scopus or Web of Science, with the ability to sustain scholarly productivity and lead or contribute to research projects and collaborations. Proficiency in the use of educational technologies and research tools. Willingness to contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities, including committees, workshops, seminars, student-related events, with demonstrated strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), copies of Bachelor's and Master's degree certificates, academic transcripts, and the names and contact details of two professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates who meet the required qualifications will be contacted for an interview. Incomplete applications or applications missing any of the required documents will not be considered.SALARY AND BENEFITS
The University is continuously expanding, and its campus is situated in well-equipped new premises in north-central Riyadh. 1. We offer a one-year renewable contract (renewable subject to Dean/Director and student evaluations) and a competitive salary package based on academic qualification, rank and teaching experience as stated above. 2. Other benefits include medical insurance coverage for the employee & dependents residing within the Kingdom (spouse & 4 children below 24 years of age). 3. Transport allowance. 4. Round trip tickets (maximum 4: employee, spouse and 2 children below 18 years of age) for annual leave with paid annual (summer) vacation of two (2) months, plus 2 local paid holidays of about 15 days each (as applicable). 5. Tuition fees of Saudi Riyals 30,000 maximum for children attending school within the Kingdom. Details will be specified in the contract. 6. Free, furnished accommodation plus essential utilities and maintenance will be provided subject to availability, OR the successful candidate will be provided a housing allowance based on academic rank. 7. End-of-service yearly gratuity, which starts on the 2nd year of continuous service (if the candidate completed a minimum of 2 years).ABOUT THE MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCES DEPARTMENT
(MSD) The Mathematics and Sciences Department offers service courses covering fundamental concepts in mathematics and natural sciences, which serve as prerequisites for various degree programs at Prince Sultan University. In addition, the department has recently launched two bachelor's programs: the Bachelor of Actuarial Science (AS) and the Bachelor of Applied Statistics and Data Science (ASDS). The department aims to prepare students to become competent and motivated professionals equipped with both theoretical and practical knowledge, fostering an environment that promotes research, critical thinking, and the drive to succeed in their chosen careers.ABOUT PRINCE SULTAN UNIVERSITY
(PSU) Prince Sultan University is the first private university in Saudi Arabia to have been awarded accreditation by the NCAAA (National Commission for Assessment & Academic Accreditation). Further, it is the youngest university to have achieved such a milestone. Prince Sultan University is the first private university in Saudi Arabia and emphasizes excellence in teaching, research and community services. PSU offers a Preparatory Year Program in which students develop their English, Mathematics, Computer, and Physical Education/Health and Recreation skills to the standards required for study in the following English-medium undergraduate courses:- Computer and Information Systems
- Finance, Marketing, and Accounting
- Aviation Management
- Engineering
- Law
- Architecture and Interior Design
- English, Translation and Applied Linguistics PSU also offers graduate programs leading to:
- Master's in Business Administration (MBA)
- Master's in Computer Information Systems
- Master's in Software Engineering/Cyber Security (MSE/MCS).
- Master's in Commercial Law For more information about PSU please visit our website: www.