Faculty Member, Communication Skills

Role Overview

Prince Sultan University in Riyadh is inviting applications for a full-time male faculty position within the General Studies Department, focused on Communication Skills. The selected candidate will help students strengthen their ability to communicate effectively in academic, professional, and social settings.

What You Will Do

• Instruct undergraduate classes in communication skills, covering areas such as public speaking, interpersonal communication, and professional writing.
• Prepare and deliver interactive, learner-focused lessons that encourage participation and practical skill growth.
• Support students through mentoring and academic guidance to improve communication and overall academic performance.
• Take part in departmental meetings, curriculum planning, assessment activities, and outreach initiatives.
• Contribute to research and scholarly work related to communication.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A master’s degree in Communication, Media Studies, English, or a closely related discipline is the minimum academic requirement.
• Candidates with a Ph.D. are especially encouraged to apply.
• Prior teaching experience in communication or a similar subject at the tertiary level is expected.
• Applicants should bring strong interpersonal and mentoring abilities and be comfortable working with students from varied backgrounds.
• A willingness to adopt innovative teaching methods and continue professional development is important.
• Background in Media Studies or Digital Communication will be viewed favorably.

Compensation and Benefits

Prince Sultan University offers a competitive package aligned with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. The campus is located in north-central Riyadh and provides a strong academic and living environment.

• One-year contract that may be renewed depending on performance evaluations.
• Tax-free salary that varies by academic rank and experience.
• Medical coverage for the employee and eligible dependents living in Saudi Arabia, including a spouse and up to four children under 24.
• Transportation support.
• Annual return air tickets for the employee, spouse, and two children under 18.
• Paid annual leave of about two months, plus two local paid holidays of roughly 15 days each.
• Child education support of up to SAR 30,000 per year for dependent children.
• Furnished housing with basic utilities and maintenance, or a housing allowance depending on availability and rank.
• End-of-service gratuity after two continuous years of service.

About the University

Prince Sultan University is the first private university in Saudi Arabia to earn full NCAAA accreditation. It is known for strong teaching, research, and community engagement, and offers English-medium undergraduate and graduate programs in areas including Engineering, Business, Law, Architecture, Computer Science, English, and Translation.

Application Requirements

• A cover letter outlining teaching philosophy, research interests, and relevant experience.
• A CV with copies of academic degrees and transcripts.
• Names and contact details of three professional references.

Additional Information

The role is listed as full time. Interested applicants are asked to provide the requested documents for consideration.