Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology

Polytechnicpositions; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology with a focus on Cybersecurity and AI. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and a strong research record, along with a commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Interested applicants should submit their materials online by the closing date of August 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen research programs in Cybersecurity and AI.
• Contribute to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

Skills

Research in Cybersecurity

Collaboration

Excellent teaching

Education

Ph.D. degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related area

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology

United Arab Emirates University

United Arab Emirates

Job Description

The College of Information Technology (CIT), UAE University is looking to hire a faculty member in Cybersecurity and AI 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 a faculty candidate with strong research records in the Cybersecurity and AI areas. 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

• Ph.D. degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or a related area from a reputable university.
• 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/.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/. A completed application must include:

• A cover letter
• An up‑to‑date curriculum vitae
• A research statement, describing current and future research
• A teaching statement, describing teaching philosophy
• The names and contact information for at least three recommenders

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in the applicable field. The ability to teach undergraduate courses is a must. Excellent research profile.

Close Date

2026-08-31

Department

Information Systems & Security – CIT

Grade

22

Posting Number

4858

Position Number

351230