CSGS - Political Science | International Security - Faculty

The American University in the Emirates invites Ph.D. holder applicants for Full time faculty (Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor).

Academic Semester: fall 2025-2026

You can check the program and the courses by clicking on the following link:

https://aue.ae/portfolio/bachelor-of-arts-in-security-and-strategic-studies/

The faculty required will be teaching in one or more of the below Specializations:

College of Security & Global Studies

• International Relations.
• International Security.
• Political Science.

Instruction Language: English

Teaching Load: 24 credit hours per academic year.

Job Purpose: Responsible to provide students with professional expertise in teaching, assessing student work, academic advising, participating in administrative and committee activities, professional service, and community service.

Qualifications & Education:

• Ph.D. in the related field of International Relations/International Security/Political Science from an accredited university in the United States of America or a recognized University accredited by an American Accreditation body with a minimum of 3 years of field experience in the industry.
• Ability to map graduate and PhD courses or by research for 18 credit hours of graduate studies (with evidence of similar US credit system in the required fields).
• Minimum one research publication in a Scopus journal.

Experience:

• Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years of teaching/working experience in an internationally accredited university.
• Proven record of excellence at baccalaureate and graduate program level teaching.

The candidate must have either higher education or teaching experience in an accredited university in the United States of America.

Skills / Training / Knowledge:

• Curricular development and review.
• Record of professional accomplishment including peer-reviewed publications.
• Continued research program and interest in collaboration with another faculty.
• Ability to integrate web-based and/or digital technology in the classroom.
• Willingness to provide service to the University and the College.
• Excellent English Proficiency and Communication skills for Faculty teaching in English.

Job Description:

1. Instructional Delivery (Teaching Performance): Present research and practice-driven teaching and adapt to the latest pedagogical techniques that stimulate students to inquiry and encompass a broad and coherent body of knowledge, attaining the skills and competencies through engaging delivery techniques and development of appropriate assessments.
2. Instructional Management: Effectively manage the instructional processes.
3. Assessment and Evaluation: Evaluating students’ performance and grading; Provide clear assessment criteria that reflect course content and its learning outcomes; Set expectations for students and avoid cognitive bias.
4. Curriculum Development and Review: Contributes to regular curriculum reviewing and improving the existing curriculum for quality and effectiveness.
5. Research and/or Scholarship: Actively engage in scholarly activities and publish peer-reviewed articles in the area of specialization with increased citations thus contributing to the Mission of the University.
6. Professional Development: Acquire the latest academic techniques, discipline and professional certification, technology-related development, and leadership development through attending in-campus and out-campus workshops, seminars, and training.
7. Academic Advising and Academic Success: Provide academic advising and guidance to the students in the program learning outcomes, curriculum planning, and career planning.
8. Advancement and Fundraising: Identify and secure funding from various sources to support the University mission in line with the university advancement and fundraising plan; Cultivate relationships with current and prospective.
9. Service: Participate by working in a task force or workgroup to accomplish assignments or projects such as accreditation, recruitment, research administration, consultation, and service to the university, discipline, and community.

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 Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information 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 Computer Information 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.