CHS - Physiotherapy - Faculty

American University; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The American University in the Emirates invites applications for a faculty position in Physiotherapy. The role involves teaching, advising, and committee work for the 2025-2026 academic year in Dubai, with instruction in English and Arabic and a 12-credit-hour load per semester.

PhD in Physiotherapy is required, with track records in research and international teaching. Candidates should have publication experience and a demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the classroom, contributing

Qualifications

• PhD in Physiotherapy from an accredited university.
• PhD must be completed by the time of recruitment from an internationally accredited university.
• 18 credit hours of graduate studies in Physiotherapy.
• Minimum two research publications in Scopus journals.
• Minimum two years of teaching experience in an internationally accredited university.
• Minimum three publications in the last five years.
• Proven excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Ability to integrate web-based and digital technology in the classroom.
• Excellent English and Arabic proficiency for bilingual instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver research-and-practice driven teaching and assess student work.
• Provide academic advising and participate in committees and service.
• Contribute to curriculum development and regular review.
• Engage in scholarly activities and publish peer‑reviewed work.
• Support accreditation processes and program quality improvement.
• Foster student success and career guidance through advisement.
• Collaborate with colleagues on research and teaching innovations.
• Integrate digital tools and online resources into courses.

Skills

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Curricular development and review

Peer-reviewed publications

Research collaboration

Digital technology in classroom

Service to university

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Physiotherapy

18 graduate credit hours

Ph.D. by recruitment (time of hire)

Minimum two Pub in Scopus

Job description

The American University in the Emirates invites Ph.D. holder applicants for a faculty position.

Academic year: 2025-2026 (August 2025)

The faculty required will be teaching in one or more of the below Specializations:

• Physiotherapy

Instruction Language: English & Arabic

Teaching Load: 12 credit hours per academic semester

Job purpose

Responsible for providing students with professional expertise in teaching, assessing student work, academic advising, participating in administrative and committee activities, professional service, and community service.

Qualifications & Education

• Ph.D. in the related field of Physiotherapy from an accredited university or a recognized University accredited by an Accreditation body
• Applicant must have completed a Philosophy Doctorate (Ph.D.) by the time of recruitment from an internationally accredited university
• 18 credit hours of graduate studies in the required field
• Minimum two research publications in Scopus journals

Experience

• Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in an internationally accredited university.
• Applicants must have a minimum of 3 publications in the last 5 years.
• Proven record of excellence at baccalaureate and graduate program level teaching

Job purpose

Responsible for providing students with professional expertise in teaching, assessing student work, academic advising, participating in administrative and committee activities, professional service, and community service.

Skills / Training / Knowledge

• Curricular development and review.
• Record of professional accomplishment including peer-reviewed publications
• Continued research program and interest in collaboration with another faculty.
• Ability to integrate web-based and digital technology in the classroom.
• Willingness to provide service to the University and the College.
• Excellent English Proficiency and Communication skills for Faculty teaching in English
• Excellent Arabic Proficiency and Communication skills for faculty teaching in Arabic

Job Description

1. Instructional Delivery (Teaching Performance)

1. Present research and practice driven teaching and
2. adapt to latest pedagogical techniques that stimulate students to inquiry and to encompass a broad and coherent body of knowledge, attaining the skills and competencies through engaging delivery techniques and development of appropriate assessments

2. Instructional Management

Effectively manage the instructional processes

3. Assessment and Evaluation

1. Evaluating students’ performance and grading
2. Provide clear assessment criteria that reflect course content and its learning outcomes
3. Set expectations to students and avoid cognitive biasness

4. Curriculum Development and Review

Contributes to regular curriculum reviewing and improving the existing curriculum for quality and effectiveness

1. For quality:
   1. Currency and relevancy of the theories and practice in the field
   2. Intellectual rigor appropriate to the level of the degree program
2. For Effectiveness
   1. Increasingly complex presentation of theories, principles, and practice
   2. Increasingly complex levels of analysis and development of competencies
   3. Application of theories and principles.

5. Research, and/or Scholarship

Actively engage in scholarly activities and publish peer-reviewed articles in area of specialization thus contributing to the Mission of the University

6. Professional Development

Acquire latest academic techniques, discipline and professional certification, technology related development, and leadership development through attending in-campus and out-campus workshops, seminars and training

7. Academic Advising and Academic Success

Provide academic advising and guidance the students in the program learning outcomes, curriculum planning and career planning

8. Service

Participate by working in a task force or workgroup to accomplish assignment or project such as accreditation, recruitment, research administration, consultation, and service to university, discipline and to community

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises eight dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Engineering and Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited bySACSCOC(the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited byCAA(the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.

TheCollege of Business Administrationis a proud member ofAACSB(The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business),and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited byAACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Engineering and Technologyis accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission ofABET.

NASAD(The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in theCollege of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.

LOCATION:

Dubai International Academic City – Dubai – United Arab Emirates.