Assistant, Associate, Full Professor - Family Medicine

united arab emirates university; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Family Medicine. The role emphasizes a commitment to teaching, research, and community impact. Candidates will engage in undergraduate education, particularly in clinical skills and assessment, while also contributing to research and administrative functions. Strong institutional support is available for scholarly activities, including funding and collaborative opportunities. This position is ideal for passionate educators eager to make a difference in medical education and patient care.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an MD or MBBS degree and advanced training in Family Medicine.
• Prior teaching experience and a strong record of scholarly activity are required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for undergraduate teaching in Family Medicine clerkship and clinical skills training.
• Engage in clinical and laboratory-based research and participate in administrative functions.

Skills

Familiarity with USMLE

Curriculum design

Course oversight

Student supervision

Expertise in Family Medicine research

Education

MD or MBBS degree

Advanced postgraduate training in Family Medicine

Certification/Fellowship from North America, Australasia, or Europe

Job description

Job Description
The Department of Family Medicine at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE University, invites applications for a full-time faculty position.
We are looking for a candidate who is passionate, dedicated to teaching, committed to research, and eager to make a meaningful impact on students, patients, families, and the community.
The successful candidate will be responsible for undergraduate teaching, particularly in the Family Medicine clerkship, clinical skills training, and medical student assessment. Clinical duties at the consultant level will be provided at affiliated AHS SEHA outpatient clinics. The candidate is expected to engage in clinical and/or laboratory-based research in collaboration with CMHS faculty and clinical colleagues in affiliated hospitals. Opportunities for international research collaborations are available and encouraged. The role also includes active participation in educational and administrative functions within the college, including committee service.
Research is a key expectation, and candidates should demonstrate prior scholarly activity with publications in peer-reviewed journals. The college offers strong institutional support for research, including access to funding, technical assistance, and collaborative networks.

Minimum Qualification
Candidates for this position must have:

1. An MD or MBBS degree
2. Completed advanced postgraduate training in Family Medicine
3. Prior undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience
4. Certification/Fellowship (or equivalent) from North America, Australasia, or Europe
5. A strong record of scholarly activity, including publications in internationally recognized journals
6. Training in medical education and research is preferred

Preferred Qualification
as above

Expected Skills

1. Familiarity with USMLE, Canadian Qualifying Examinations, and accreditation of graduate medical programs.
2. Certification/Fellowship in North America, Australasia, Europe
3. A strong track record in curriculum design, course oversight, and student supervision
4. Expertise in Family Medicine research, with the ability to advance knowledge in the field

Company Industry

• Education
• Training
• Teaching

Department / Functional Area

• Teaching
• Education

Keywords

• Assistant
• Associate
• Full Professor - Family Medicine