Open rank position in Development Economics

Brief Description of DI:
The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) was founded in Qatar in 2015 as a Doha-based independent institution of higher education. The Institute offers MA and PhD programs in two schools: the School of Social Sciences and Humanities and the School of Economics, Administration and Public Policy. The Institute adopts a student-centred approach to learning, promotes interdisciplinary research, and uses Arabic as the primary language of instruction, with fluency in English a requirement. DI aims to graduate researchers and practitioners who can advance knowledge and better the human condition, while upholding the highest scientific, professional, and ethical standards. It provides advanced leadership-focused training that emphasizes the competencies necessary to satisfy the region's needs in sustainable development and intellectual advancement. The Institute upholds the guiding principles of academic freedom and emphasizes the values of integrity and professionalism.

Brief Description of Program:
The mission of the Master of Development Economics (MDE) program is to advance the learning and research capacity of diverse Arabic speaking students using interdisciplinary research methodologies and tools. The MDE program aims to graduate development economists and practitioners who can propose scientific and practical solutions to development challenges in the Arab region in an ethical and culturally relevant manner.

Job Summary:

Title: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Section: Full-Time Academic
Start date: August 2026

Location: Doha, Qatar
JEL Classification:

O1 Economic Development

O11 Macroeconomic Analyses of Economic Development

O10 Economic Development: General

A10 General

The Development Economics program at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) invites applications for a renewable position, open rank, starting Fall 2026.

The position is in the area of development economics in all specializations particularly macroeconomic analyses of economic development. ​

Appointees are expected to teach two graduate-level courses per semester, advise and supervise students, participate in seminars, provide service, and conduct research. Candidates should be able to teach in Arabic and English. The minimum requirement is a Ph.D. in economics and proficiency in written and spoken Arabic.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Deliver graduate level courses.
2. Supervise master's and doctorate students in the program while actively engaging in the academic life of DI.
3. Publish research in specialized and related fields in leading refereed / peer reviewed journals and/or reputable academic publishing houses.
4. Undertake administrative responsibilities and contribute to the needs of the program, school, institute, and community
5. Participate in various committees at the program, school, and institute levels.

Qualification, Experiences and Skills:
Applicants must:

1. Hold a doctorate degree in the field of Economics
2. Demonstrate a track record of scientific research and publications in their field of specialization and related areas in international peer-reviewed journals that align with their academic rank.
3. Possess competence and experience in graduate-level teaching.
4. Exhibit proficiency in the Arabic language.
5. Be capable of attracting external support and funding for research.
6. Be willing to engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research with other members of the program and/or institute.
7. Have the potential to build a global reputation in specialized research fields.

Required Documents:

1. A comprehensive CV.
2. A copy of the PhD degree.
3. A cover letter detailing the motivation for applying to the job vacancy.
4. Teaching statement expounding the philosophy of education and supervision.
5. Supporting documents validating teaching experience (e.g., course descriptions and student evaluations) if the candidate holds a teaching position.
6. Sample of Publication or research in progress.
7. Research statement and/or current research plan.
8. Names and contact details of three referees for letters of reference and recommendations.
9. Additional material may be requested at a later stage.

Additional Notes:

• DI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities.
• DI encourages female faculty and scholars to apply for job vacancies.
• Applications will be reviewed and considered promptly upon receipt until the available positions are filled.
• Please submit all required documents of the vacancy listed on DI's Careers page. For more information and details about the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, please visit the website www.dohainstitute.edu.qa.
• For any further inquiries regarding the job vacancy, please contact.

Elias Khalil at [email protected]

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Application Deadline:
Closing date is EBD on the 10th of January 2026​