Assistant Professor, Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies

AL-KHOBAR, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Position Assistant Professor, Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies Department College of Sciences and Human Studies - Humanities and Social Sciences Institution Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University Reports to Department Chair; College Dean introduction The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Lecturer in Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies. The successful candidate will contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and research that bridges humanities, technology, data, and future-oriented thinking. General Description The selected candidate will support innovative and forward-looking academic initiatives by integrating digital tools, computational methods, and future studies frameworks into humanities education. The faculty member is expected to foster critical, analytical, and ethical perspectives on technology, society, and future transformations at local and global levels. Qualifications & Experience (Required) · PhD in Digital Humanities, Future Studies, Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related interdisciplinary field (preferred) · Demonstrated knowledge of digital humanities methodologies, such as digital archives, text analysis, data visualization, AI-assisted research, or cultural analytics · Familiarity with future studies approaches, including foresight, scenario planning, trend analysis, and strategic futures · University-level teaching experience (preferred) · Evidence of research, publications, or scholarly engagement (required for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks) · Competency in using Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard or equivalent) Duties and Responsibilities • Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Digital Humanities, Future Studies, or related interdisciplinary areas • Design and deliver courses that integrate technology with humanities-based inquiry • Apply digital tools and analytical methods in teaching and research • Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed journals (for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks) • Participate in curriculum development and academic program innovation • Supervise student research projects and capstone work • Engage in academic advising and student mentoring • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees • Contribute to institutional initiatives related to innovation, digital transformation, and future readiness Remuneration and Benefits PMU offers an income tax-free compensation package, commensurate with rank and experience, including 12-month salary, PMU accommodation, annual vacation, and annual round-trip airfare to the home country, medical insurance and end of contract benefits. How to Apply Application to this position require a letter of interest, curriculum vita (include a recent photo; state citizenship; and links to Google Scholar & Scopus and LinkedIn profile), unofficial copy of Ph.D. Diploma, statement of research and teaching interests and a portfolio (no more than 20 pages long) that includes representative professional work depicting evidence of research, teaching activities; a narrative of administrative and leadership philosophy including a statement of past and proposed efforts to enhance diversity as well as the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references who may be contacted, with permission of the candidate, following initial evaluations by the search committee Note: In order to apply for a position of Associate / Full Professor, candidates must provide a letter of promotion from an academic institution with a documented due process to the rank of Associate / Full Professor. Positions advertised on our job website and can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. · Please mention the name of the source/website where you have seen this advertisement · Only short listed candidates will be contacted. For submission of applications, log-on to our career site: https://pmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl Alternatively, send your application by email to [email protected] in the event of an unsuccessful online application. (Please specify Position Applied for: Ex: Assistant Professor in Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies" in the email subject line and please also mention the name of the source/website where you have seen this advertisement) Disclaimer PMU reserves the right

PhD in Digital Humanities, Future Studies, Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related interdisciplinary field (preferred). Demonstrated knowledge of digital humanities methodologies (e.g., digital archives, text analysis, data visualization, AI-assisted research, or cultural analytics). Familiarity with future studies approaches (foresight, scenario planning, trend analysis, and strategic futures). University-level teaching experience (preferred). Evidence of research, publications, or scholarly engagement (required for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks). Competency in using Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard or equivalent).

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Digital Humanities, Future Studies, or related interdisciplinary areas. Design and deliver courses that integrate technology with humanities-based inquiry. Apply digital tools and analytical methods in teaching and research. Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed journals (for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks). Participate in curriculum development and academic program innovation. Supervise student research projects and capstone work. Engage in academic advising and student mentoring. Serve on departmental, college, and university committees. Contribute to institutional initiatives related to innovation, digital transformation, and future readiness.