Assistant Professor in Arabic Studies
Join American University of Sharjah as an Assistant Professor in Arabic Studies to teach heritage courses and contribute to UAE-focused research.
Best for:Best for scholars with a PhD in Arabic Studies or related fields, strong teaching experience, and expertise in UAE history, culture, or heritage education.
Overview
The Department of Arabic and Translation Studies at American University of Sharjah (AUS) seeks an Assistant Professor to teach entry-level Arabic heritage courses and contribute to research on UAE history, culture, and society. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Arabic Studies or a related field, native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English, and a passion for integrating modern technologies into teaching and research. The position emphasizes both scholarly excellence and innovative pedagogical approaches, with a preference for candidates who can teach in both Arabic and English. AUS offers a competitive salary, free housing, and a vibrant interdisciplinary research environment in Sharjah’s University City.
What you'll do
- Teach entry-level Arabic heritage courses with a focus on heritage education principles.
- Develop and deliver courses on the history, culture, and society of the United Arab Emirates.
- Integrate modern technologies into teaching and research methodologies.
- Contribute to course and program design and development within the department.
- Engage in scholarly research aligned with the department’s research interests.
- Mentor and advise students in academic and research pursuits.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary research initiatives at AUS.
- Participate in departmental and university committees and activities.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Arabic Studies, Arabic Literature, Arabic Heritage, or a closely related field
Language: Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English
Instruction: English (with preference for candidates able to teach in Arabic)
- Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English
- Ability to teach entry-level Arabic heritage courses
- Experience in teaching and research in Arabic Studies or related fields
- Familiarity with Western models of higher education
- Strong scholarly record or potential in Arabic Studies or related disciplines
- UAE nationals are encouraged to apply
- No explicit age or residency restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-15
Applicants must submit a CV, three letters of recommendation with referees’ contact information, a cover letter, a teaching philosophy statement, a research interests statement, and a statement on how they fit the position. All documents must be submitted in PDF format through the AUS application portal.
- CV
- Three letters of recommendation with complete referees’ contact information
- Cover letter outlining areas of expertise
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Statement of research interests and agenda
- Statement on how the candidate fits the position
Contact
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