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Adjunct Specialist in Mathematical Reasoning for Sciences

Teach advanced mathematics to high school students in an intensive 18-month university preparation program in Abu Dhabi.

Best for:Best for educators with a strong background in mathematics education, experience teaching in cross-cultural environments, and a passion for mentoring high school students in STEM disciplines.

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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This is a other position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Jan 4, 2027
75 days
Funding
Salaried
Not specified
Start date
July 4, 2027 (flexible for pre-program orientation)
Fixed-term
Location
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates

Overview

This position is for an adjunct specialist to lead the *Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences* course in NYU Abu Dhabi’s Summer Academy, an 18-month program preparing Emirati high school students for top-tier universities. The role involves designing and delivering rigorous instruction in algebra, geometry, statistics, logic, and test preparation to two cohorts of students over two summer sessions (2027 and 2028). The specialist will collaborate with teaching assistants, provide individualized feedback, and contribute to extracurricular activities, including excursions and cultural events. The program emphasizes cross-cultural teaching, academic excellence, and student mentorship in a dynamic international setting.

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What you'll do

  • Design and deliver 37 contact hours of instruction in *Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences* to two cohorts of high school students across two summer sessions (2027 and 2028).
  • Develop lesson plans aligned with the established curriculum, covering algebra, geometry, statistics, logic, and test preparation.
  • Supervise and coordinate instruction with teaching assistants to ensure consistency and high-quality delivery across sections.
  • Provide individualized feedback (oral and written) to students and submit detailed end-of-session evaluations for recommendation letters.
  • Participate in faculty meetings to discuss student progress and contribute to program improvement initiatives.
  • Lead small groups during excursions, extracurricular activities, and evening events to foster a supportive learning environment.
  • Attend pre-program orientation meetings and assist with program planning before the start of each summer session.
  • Ensure a safe and engaging environment for students during all academic and co-curricular activities.

Requirements

Degree required: Master’s or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field

Language: Fluent English (spoken and written) for instruction and student interaction

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proven experience teaching mathematics at the high school or college level in English.
  • Strong commitment to cross-cultural and inclusive teaching environments.
  • Ability to supervise and mentor high school students in a co-curricular or academic setting.
  • Availability to teach in Abu Dhabi during the specified summer dates (July 4–August 6, 2027) and potentially provide online instruction.
  • Experience collaborating with teaching assistants and coordinating group activities.
Nice to have
Experience teaching mathematics to students for whom English is an additional language.Familiarity with online and hybrid instruction methods.Background in science education or interdisciplinary STEM curriculum design.
Eligibility
  • UAE citizenship or valid UAE residence visa.
  • Eligibility to obtain an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from current employer/sponsor (if applicable).

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
Not specified
Duration
Fixed-term contract for two summer sessions (2027 and 2028) with pre-program orientation
Programme
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

How to apply

Deadline: 2027-01-04

Submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae in PDF format via the NYU Abu Dhabi careers portal. Instructions are available on the university’s website. For inquiries, email nyuad.sa.positions@nyu.edu.

Documents required
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI
United Arab Emirates
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