Assistant/Associate Professor of Political Science

The School of Arts and Sciences at the American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the
position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Political Science in the Department of International and
Middle Eastern Studies to begin teaching in Spring 2024/Fall 2024.

The successful candidate should have:

• Ph.D. in Political Science, International Relations, or a closely related field from a Western-

accredited university

• Previous teaching experience in areas related to international law and diplomacy, global

governance and sustainability, security studies, and related topics in a Western higher
education system

• Evidence of scholarly activity or strong potential for scholarly contributions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• An ability to work collegially within a team of faculty members from diverse disciplines
  

Candidates will have evidence of successful teaching experience or must demonstrate significant potential
and promise of teaching effectiveness and excellence at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Additionally, candidates are expected to have an active research agenda, a record of professional
development, and a willingness to assist in student advising, curriculum development, and other service
to the department, school, and community.

A regional focus on the Middle East and experience teaching at the graduate level are preferred.

The compensation package for this position is competitive and is based on the expatriate model. Besides
tax-exempt basic salary, it includes housing, annual two-way airfare, health / life insurance, professional
memberships, conference attendance expenses, assistance with children\'s tuition, and other
components.

The American University in Dubai is a private, non-sectarian institution of higher learning founded in 1995.
It serves UAE nationals and international students who seek world-class career-oriented education. AUD,
as an international institution of higher education, encourages global understanding by providing an
atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for an international education.

Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled.

Interested applicants must submit the following requirements via email to facultyrecruitment@aud.edu.

• Cover letter

• Updated CV

• Statement of teaching philosophy

• Contact information of three (3) academic/professional references
  

Alternatively, applicants can submit their application materials to the following postal address:

Faculty Recruitment
The American University in Dubai
P.O. Box 28282, Dubai, U.A.E.

No telephone calls please. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration
will be contacted for a follow-up interview.