Associate Professor in Communication and Public Relations

Ajman University; Ajman; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in Ajman is seeking an Associate Professor in Communication & Public Relations. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mass Communication and possess over five years of teaching experience at reputable universities. Responsibilities include designing and delivering innovative courses, conducting high-quality research, and engaging with community service. This position offers a chance to be part of a growing university, contributing to its visibility and impact in the field of Communication.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of teaching experience in an internationally accredited university.
• Outstanding record of research and publications in reputable indexed journals.
• Demonstrable excellence in teaching Communication and Public Relations courses.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and assess courses in Communication and Public Relations.
• Conduct high-quality research and publish in reputable journals.
• Provide academic advising services to students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development in Communication

Research excellence

Community service

Education

Ph.D. in Mass Communication or Communication Studies

Job description

Associate Professor in Communication & Public Relations Jobs in Ajman, UAE

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Ph.D. in Mass Communication / Communication Studies, obtained from a reputable university (preferably internationally ranked and accredited).
• Applicants holding a Ph.D. in Business Administration, Management, or Marketing without an academic degree background in Mass Communication/Communication (e.g., BA/MA in Communication/Media/PR/Advertising) will not be considered.
• Five or more years of teaching experience in an internationally accredited reputable university.
• Demonstrable excellence in developing and teaching (including but not limited to) Marketing Communication, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Digital Communication, Advertising, and related courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Outstanding record of research and peer-reviewed publications in reputable indexed journals (e.g., Scopus).
• A record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research is an advantage.
• Demonstrable record of supervising student projects and dissertations/theses.
• Excellent record of professional and community service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, deliver, and assess graduate and undergraduate courses in Communication, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Advertising, and Digital Communication.
• Engage in innovative and technology-based approaches to teaching and learning.
• Provide academic advising services to students.
• Conduct high-quality research and publish in reputable journals and conferences.
• Participate in committees and service tasks at department/college/university levels as assigned.
• Actively contribute to the growth and visibility of Ajman University.
• Provide consultancy and industry-facing services to Ajman University partners and business community members.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.