CEDU - Fall Semester

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from highly qualified Ph.D. holders for full-time faculty positions in the College of Education. Successful candidates will be expected to teach, conduct research, provide academic advising, and actively contribute to university service and community engagement.

Academic Year: 2026–2027 (Starting August 2026)
Position: Full-time Faculty – Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor

Areas of Specialization

Applicants may teach in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Social Sciences & Sociology
• Anthropology
• English Language
• English Literature
• Education
• Artificial Intelligence
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Tolerance Studies
• Psychology

Instruction Language: English & Arabic
Teaching Load: 12 credit hours per academic semester

Preference: Candidates with bilingual competence are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Purpose

Faculty members are responsible for:

• Delivering high-quality teaching and assessment
• Providing academic advising to students
• Participating in administrative and committee activities
• Engaging in professional and community service

Qualifications & Education

• Ph.D. in Special Education or a related field from an accredited or recognized university
• Completion of Ph.D. by the time of recruitment
• At least 18 credit hours of graduate studies in the relevant field
• Minimum two research publications in Scopus-indexed journals

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in an internationally accredited university
• Minimum 3 publications in the last 5 years
• Proven record of excellence in teaching at both baccalaureate and graduate levels

• Preference: Bilingual competence

  
  

Skills / Knowledge / Training

• Curricular development and review
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications
• Active research program with collaborative interest
• Integration of web-based and digital technologies in the classroom
• Willingness to contribute to university and college service
• Excellent English proficiency and communication skills for English instruction
• Excellent Arabic proficiency and communication skills for Arabic instruction

Job Responsibilities

1. Instructional Delivery (Teaching Performance)

• Deliver research- and practice-driven teaching using modern pedagogical techniques
• Stimulate inquiry and critical thinking
• Develop engaging assessments aligned with learning outcomes

2. Instructional Management

• Efficiently manage the teaching and learning process

3. Assessment and Evaluation

• Evaluate and grade students fairly
• Provide clear assessment criteria reflecting course content and outcomes
• Avoid cognitive biases in assessment

4. Curriculum Development and Review

• Contribute to ongoing curriculum review and enhancement
• Ensure content is current, relevant, and intellectually rigorous
• Support effective application of theories and principles

5. Research and Scholarship

• Engage in scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to the university’s mission through academic scholarship

6. Professional Development

• Pursue latest academic, professional, and technological developments
• Participate in workshops, seminars, and training sessions

7. Academic Advising and Student Success

• Guide students in program learning outcomes, curriculum planning, and career development

8. Service

• Participate in university projects, accreditation processes, recruitment, research administration, and community service

Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates should submit:

• CV/Resume
• Cover letter detailing teaching and research experience
• Copies of transcripts and publications
• Contact information for at least two professional references

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Health Science, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Engineering and Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC (the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited by CAA (the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.

The College of Business Administration is a proud member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited by AACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Engineering and Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

NASAD (The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.

LOCATION:

Dubai International Academic City – Dubai – United Arab Emirates.