University of Strathclyde, Bahrain (Work location: Manama, Bahrain)

Who we are

Great minds. Innovative solutions.

Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates over 200 years of academic excellence, world-class research, and impactful innovation. Located in the dynamic Bahrain Bay, the University of Strathclyde, Bahrain, offers the same high standards of academic excellence and pioneering research that our Glasgow, UK campus is renowned for.

We currently provide eight undergraduate programs in Engineering, Science, and Business, with future phases set to expand our offerings in research and innovation. As a leading international technological university, our mission, inspired by our founding principle as 'a place of useful learning,' is to make a positive difference in the lives of our students, society, and the world.

Since 1995, we have been delivering MBA teaching at our international centre in Bahrain, and we are now proud to have expanded our activities through the establishment of an Innovation, Research, and Education Hub in partnership with S Eleven Educational.

Our department

The Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Strathclyde is one of the largest chemical engineering departments in the country; we are the top-ranked department in Scotland for Chemical Engineering (The Times/ Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024) with a friendly, diverse, and collaborative teaching and research culture. We focus on developing students' skills and knowledge of sector relevant topics, equipping our graduates to face the next generation of engineering challenges. Our Glasgow campus programs are accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers.

The opportunity

We would love to hear from you if you have a good Honours degree and PhD (or equivalent professional experience) in chemical engineering (or another appropriate discipline), experience of working and teaching within a HE institution, and a record of accomplishment of delivering high quality teaching and contributing to academic administration.

The University of Strathclyde, Bahrain is a socially progressive institution that strives to ensure equality of opportunity and celebrates the diversity of its student and staff community. Strathclyde is people-oriented and collaborative, offering supportive working culture with a deep commitment to our equality and diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.

Join us and be part of a legacy of excellence and innovation.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Dr Paul Mulheran, Acting Head of Department, ( chemeng-hod@strath.ac.uk ).

Closing Date: 16 March 2026

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Note: The title "Teaching Fellow" or "Lecturer" used in UK universities may correspond to the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor title in most Bahrain and Middle Eastern institutions, depending on the candidate's doctoral qualification, experience, academic profile, and responsibilities held.