Assistant / Associate/ Professor - Business & Finance

The University of Manchester - Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester - Dubai invites academics to contribute to teaching, research and academic quality. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality research-informed teaching, maintain an active research profile and contribute to programme development and the wider academic community.

Appointment at Assistant/Associate Professor level will depend on experience and track record. The role covers teaching, research, student supervision and external engagement, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Business and Finance is required.
• Evidence of an active research profile and publications is expected.
• Experience in postgraduate teaching in the United Arab Emirates is required.
• Strong communication and academic delivery skills are essential.
• Willingness to develop teaching methods and techniques further.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with University of Manchester academic standards.
• Design, develop and continuously enhance curriculum, assessment and learning materials.
• Provide timely, constructive and academically rigorous feedback to students.
• Support student success through advising, supervision and mentoring.
• Contribute to innovation in teaching including digital and applied learning approaches.
• Maintain an active and sustainable research profile aligned with institutional priorities.
• Produce peer-reviewed research outputs and integrate research into teaching.
• Engage in collaborative research with internal and external partners.
• Engage with industry and professional bodies to support applied research.
• Contribute to accreditation and continuous improvement of programmes.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Education

PhD in Business and Finance

Job description

The Role

We are seeking academics to contribute to teaching research and academic quality at the University of Manchester Dubai. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality research-informed teaching, maintain an active research profile and contribute to the ongoing development of programmes, students, and the wider academic community. We are looking for Assistant Associate Professor level depending on experience and research track record.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with University of Manchester academic standards
• Design, develop and continuously enhance curriculum, assessment and learning materials
• Provide timely, constructive and academically rigorous feedback to students
• Support student success through advising, supervision and mentoring
• Contribute to innovation in teaching including digital and applied learning approaches

Research and Scholarly Activity

• Maintain an active and sustainable research profile aligned with institutional priorities
• Produce high-quality peer-reviewed research outputs in recognised journals
• Integrate research into teaching to enhance student learning
• Engage in collaborative research with internal and external partners
• Supervise postgraduate research and student projects as appropriate to level

Knowledge Transfer and Engagement

• Engage with industry, government and professional bodies to support applied research
• Contribute to partnerships that enhance student employability and real-world learning
• Participate in external engagement activities such as consultancy, executive education or public engagement

Academic Governance and Service

• Contribute to academic governance committees and quality assurance processes
• Support accreditation and continuous improvement of programmes
• Collaborate with academic and professional services colleagues

Person Specification

Essential

• A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline (Business and Finance)
• A strong demonstrated research track record appropriate to the level of appointment
• Experience in postgraduate teaching in the United Arab Emirates
• Strong communication and academic delivery skills
• Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline, with a commitment to developing further skills in teaching methods and techniques

Desirable

• Experience with international accreditation frameworks and outcome-based education
• Experience in transnational education
• Experience of industry engagement or applied research

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to reside in the United Arab Emirates. Academic qualifications must be attested and recognised by the relevant UAE authorities.