Adjunct Faculty | Computer Science and Engineering

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established university in Sharjah invites applications for an adjunct teaching position in Computer Science and Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse group of students and contribute to their educational journey. Candidates should possess a PhD in Computer Engineering or a closely related field, along with a strong teaching portfolio. This position is ideal for those passionate about education and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic academic environment. Join a team that values diversity and excellence in teaching, and help shape the future of aspiring engineers.

Qualifications

• Significant teaching portfolio required.
• Experience in American higher education model preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one to two courses per semester at AUS campus.
• Engage with a diverse student body of 850 undergraduates.

Skills

Teaching Experience

PhD in Computer Engineering

Curriculum Development

Education

PhD in Computer Engineering or related field

Job description

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in the College of Engineering at American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for an adjunct teaching opportunity commencing in Fall Semester 2025 in the area of computer science and engineering. Experience in the American model of higher education is highly desirable.

The applicant is required to have a PhD in Computer Engineering or a closely related field and show evidence of a significant teaching portfolio. The candidate is expected to teach one to two courses per semester at the AUS campus in Sharjah. Courses are typically offered during the day, two or three days a week.

Applicants should fill out an application form and upload the required documents (PDF) using the following link. The required documents are a cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae (including a teaching statement and the names of at least three references who would be willing to write letters of recommendation). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Positions are open until filled.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering has approximately 850 undergraduate students, 30 graduate students, 25 faculty, and 11 lab instructors. Students and faculty represent very diverse backgrounds and nationalities; more than 90 nationalities are present on campus. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and a Master of Science in Computer Engineering.

AUS is located in the Emirate of Sharjah (about 15 km from Dubai). AUS is an independent, not-for-profit, coeducational university, serving some 5,200 students. For more information, visit our website.

AUS is licensed, and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Education's Higher Education Affairs Division in the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering offered by the College of Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org/. The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science offered by the College of Engineering is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org/.