Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Biopsychology and Neuroscience

About Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), part of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development, was established in 2010 to advance QF’s mission of unlocking human potential. HBKU is a research-led graduate university supporting transformative change in Qatar, the region, and globally.

About the College of Health and Life Sciences

The College of Health and Life Sciences (CHLS) at HBKU focuses on delivering innovative educational programs targeting health and life science sectors in Qatar and surrounding areas.

Position Overview

CHLS invites qualified candidates for multiple faculty roles at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level specializing in biopsychology or neuroscience. The college offers a dynamic and supportive research environment with strong collaborations including Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) and Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI), alongside other Qatar Foundation partner institutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain high levels of research productivity of exceptional quality.
• Provide instruction and mentoring to graduate students.
• Engage in leadership and administrative tasks shaping the college’s strategic direction.
• Contribute to university-wide initiatives via committee participation and community professional engagement.
• Exemplify professional integrity and serve as a positive role model within the university.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in biopsychology, neuroscience, or closely related fields. Candidates with an MD in Psychiatry or research expertise applying machine learning to neurological and psychiatric disorders are highly encouraged to apply.
• Documented full-time university-level teaching experience or equivalent professional experience with a proven record of growth in scholarly maturity and output.
• Significant research record with contributions to the field demonstrated through professional service activities.

Additional Criteria for Senior Applicants

• Demonstrable ability or promise in securing extramural grant funding.
• Experience mentoring junior researchers and fostering their development.
• Proven success in graduate-level teaching, curricular design, and program leadership.
• Comprehensive understanding of academic governance, policies, and research ethics.

Remuneration and Benefits

The university provides a competitive, tax-free salary, complemented by benefits including housing allowance, paid annual leave, and medical insurance.

Application Details

Applications are reviewed immediately upon receipt and on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Successful candidates are expected to start in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 semesters. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews and may be requested to provide additional documents.

Equal Opportunity Statement

HBKU values diversity and is dedicated to building a faculty of the highest quality and cultural inclusiveness.