Saudi Arabia Implements New Salary Scale for Foreign Educators

Saudi Arabia has issued an official document outlining the salary scale and employment regulations for university staff, including foreign teachers and professors. This new salary scale, effective from 1/9/1426 H and endorsed by Royal Decree No. a/227 dated 16/7/1426 H, includes a 15% raise.

Salaries for entry-level positions range from SR 5,780 to SR 10,820 per month, with annual increments of SR 360. A Lecturer earns between SR 7,620 and SR 13,780, with annual raises of SR 440.

An Assistant Professor's salary ranges from SR 11,100 to SR 18,030, with annual increments of SR 495, while an Associate Professor earns between SR 13,980 and SR 22,030, with annual raises of SR 575. Full Professors earn between SR 16,015 and SR 24,905 monthly, with annual raises of SR 635.

The document also specifies remuneration for part-time professors and guest lecturers, as well as benefits such as air tickets, allowances, and housing. Disciplinary procedures are outlined, including suspension terms and appeal processes.