Assistant Professor, Environmental Economics & Sustainability

AimGulf; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sharjah invites applications for a full-time, permanent Assistant Professor of Economics specializing in Environmental Economics & Sustainability, to commence Fall 2027–2028. The role focuses on teaching and research in Environmental and Climate economics, with responsibility for supervision and curriculum development.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics or closely related field and at least three years of full-time higher education teaching experience.

Qualifications

• At least three years of full-time academic teaching experience in higher education.
• Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related discipline from an internationally recognized university (preferably Western).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate Economics courses, especially Environmental and Sustainability topics.
• Conduct high-quality research, supervise projects and dissertations, contribute to curriculum development and accreditation activities.
• Participate in professional activities and service to the department.

Skills

Teaching Economics

Environmental Economics

Sustainability Research

Analytical/Quantitative Skills

Curriculum Development

Accreditation Knowledge

Arabic & English Proficiency

Education

Ph.D. in Economics

Job description

The University of Sharjah invites applications for a full-time, permanent Assistant Professor of Economics specializing in Environmental Economics & Sustainability, to commence Fall 2027–2028. The role focuses on teaching and research in Environmental and Climate economics, with responsibility for supervision and curriculum development.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics or closely related field and at least three years of full-time higher education teaching experience.