Instructor in Meat Science Al Ain – Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates Full-time

Instructor in Meat Science is hiring a Instructor in Meat Science Al Ain – Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates in Al Ain. This is a full-time position.

Meat Science sits at the junction of animal production, food safety, and consumer quality — and this Instructor in Meat role puts you at the centre of that intersection. You will lead laboratory sessions that give undergraduate students direct, hands-on experience with meat processing, quality evaluation, and post-harvest systems. The role goes beyond lab delivery, as you will also shape the instructional materials, safety protocols, and mentoring structures that define how students engage with the discipline. If you combine technical expertise in animal or food science with a genuine commitment to practical teaching, this position is built around that profile.

Key Responsibilities for Instructor in Meat Science Al Ain

• Plan, prepare, and deliver laboratory sessions across Meat Science, Animal Welfare, and Post-harvest Physiology of Plant and Animal Systems courses.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety, ethical, and animal welfare standards in all lab environments. Enforce these standards consistently with every student cohort.
• Develop and update laboratory manuals and instructional materials. Design these resources to improve student learning outcomes each semester.
• Assist in delivering practical demonstrations that complement lecture content. Coordinate timing and materials with the relevant course instructors.
• Assess student performance in lab settings. Provide clear, constructive feedback that helps students improve their practical skills.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate students on academic progress, course selection, and career pathways in animal and food sciences.
• Invigilate examinations and support departmental assessment processes as required.
• Participate in departmental committees and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the department’s undergraduate programs.
• Coordinate laboratory resources, equipment maintenance schedules, and consumable inventories to ensure smooth session delivery.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Animal Science, Food Science, or a closely related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Specialization in Meat Science or a directly related area is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated experience teaching or assisting with laboratory-based courses in animal or food sciences.
• Practical knowledge of meat processing, quality evaluation, food safety standards, and post-harvest handling systems.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and animal welfare regulations relevant to food and agricultural science environments.
• Strong organizational skills. You can manage multiple lab sections, material preparation, and student assessments simultaneously.
• Clear communication skills. You explain technical procedures accurately to students at varying levels of prior experience.
• Experience developing instructional materials, lab manuals, or practical course resources is preferred.

What You’ll Gain

• A teaching role within the Department of Integrative Agriculture at UAE University — the country’s flagship institution — where your lab instruction directly shapes undergraduate competency in a high-demand food science specialization.
• A structured academic environment with access to established laboratory facilities, departmental support staff, and a collegial faculty team across animal and agricultural sciences.
• A competitive, tax-free salary benchmarked at AED 10,000–15,000/month for instructor-level appointments, consistent with UAEU compensation standards and adjusted based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation, engage with food industry partners, and develop professionally within a department that connects agricultural science directly to the UAE’s food security agenda.