Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics - Fall 2026

American University of Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 257,069 - 367,242; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-exempt salary

Housing allowance

Health/life insurance

Assistance with children's tuition

Job summary

The American University of Dubai is looking for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics to start in Fall 2026. This role requires a Ph.D. in Economics and the ability to teach various Economics courses, including applied Microeconomics.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a track record of scholarship. A competitive compensation package is offered, including salary and benefits based on an expatriate model.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from a Western accredited institution.
• Capacity to teach applied Microeconomics.
• High-quality publications in peer-reviewed outlets.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and MBA-level Economics courses.
• Engage in active scholarship and research.
• Provide student advising and departmental service.

Skills

Teaching experience in Economics

Excellent English communication

Ability to work in a team

Education

Ph.D. in Economics or a related field

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics - Fall 2026

The School of Business at the American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics in the following disciplines to begin teaching in Fall2026.

The successful candidate should have:

• Ph.D. in Economics or a related field from a Western accredited institution at the time of appointment.
• Ability to teach a broad range of courses in Economics, particularly applied Microeconomics.
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ideal candidate will have high-quality publications in peer‑reviewed outlets commensurate with rank; preference will be given to candidates with industry experience.

Candidates must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness and excellence at the undergraduate and MBA levels, active scholarship, a track record of professional development, student advising abilities, and other services to the department, school, and community.

The compensation package for this position is competitive and is based on the expatriate model. It includes a tax‑exempt basic salary, housing allowance, annual two‑way airfare, health/life insurance, professional memberships, conference attendance expenses, assistance with children’s tuition, and other components.

• Updated CV
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information of three (3) academic/professional references