Assistant/Associate Professor in Computer Science and Software Engineering

United Arab Emirates University; Al Ain; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

United Arab Emirates University invites applications for Assistant/Associate Professor in Computer Science and Software Engineering within the College of Information Technology. The roles require a PhD in CS or related field, a strong record of Q1 publications, and demonstrated success in securing research funding.

Candidates should exhibit excellence in teaching and supervision and collaborate across departments.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or related area from a reputable university.
• Established record of discipline-specific research publications in Q1 journals and top conferences.
• Experience writing and securing research grants.
• Excellence in teaching and student supervision at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses across programs at UAE University.
• Contribute to development of research initiatives and multidisciplinary collaborations.
• Engage in grant proposals and secure external funding where possible.

Skills

Teaching experience

Grant writing

Collaborative work

Q1 publications

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor in Computer Science and Software Engineering

Job Description

The College of Information Technology (CIT), UAE University is looking to hire several faculty members for multiple positions in Computer Science to further strengthen its current research programs and create new multidisciplinary research initiatives and partnerships, across and beyond the university campus, critical to its long-term stability and growth. About the Positions: We seek faculty candidates with strong research records in the Computer Science theory, programming languages, databases, visualization, quantum computing, human computer interaction, ML/AI theory and design, operating systems, and/or Software Engineering. Positions are available at https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/. Successful candidates are expected to complement and enhance current research at the College and contribute to the teaching of both undergraduate and graduate courses across programs.

Candidates’ Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or a related area based on each advertised position from a reputable university. In addition, candidates must demonstrate:

• an established record of discipline-specific research publications in Q1 journals and top conferences.
• experience writing and securing research grants.
• evidence of excellence in teaching and student supervision at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.

Only short‑listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. The UAEU and CIT are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment and culture for students, staff, and faculty. For more information about CIT, please visit https://www.uaeu.ac.ae/en/cit/.

Applicants must have a PhD in the applicable field. The ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses is a must. Excellent record of publications in Q1 journals. Must be able to join the UAEU in Fall 2026.

Preferred Qualification

High research productivity in Computer Science related areas.

Close Date Kindly apply before the closing date.