Visiting Faculty (2025) | Electrical Engineering

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites applications for a Visiting Faculty position in Electrical Engineering. This one-year renewable contract focuses on teaching, requiring a PhD and a commitment to excellence in education. The role offers the chance to work with a diverse student body in a vibrant academic environment. Join a dynamic team at a leading institution, where your contributions will shape the future of engineering education and inspire the next generation of engineers. The position is set to start in August 2025, providing a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or closely related field required.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential.

Responsibilities

• Focus on teaching in the Electrical Engineering department.
• Engage with a diverse student body from approximately 90 nationalities.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Experience in American Higher Education

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Department Of Electrical Engineering (ELE) In The College Of Engineering At The American University Of Sharjah (AUS) Invites Applications For a Faculty Position Starting In 2025

Visiting Faculty Position

Start Date: August 2025 (Fall)

Area: Open to all areas of Electrical Engineering

Application link: Link

This visiting position primarily focuses on teaching and is a one-year renewable contract. The applicant is required to have a PhD in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field. The candidate should demonstrate excellence in teaching, with experience in the American model of higher education being highly desirable. The position remains open until filled.

Application Process:

• Applicants should fill out an application form and upload the required documents (PDF) using the provided link.
• Required documents include a cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae (including a teaching statement, a list of courses that can be taught or have been taught, and the names of at least three references willing to provide letters of recommendation).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Department of Electrical Engineering has approximately 205 undergraduate students, 43 graduate students, 15 full-time faculty, and 4 lab instructors. Faculty and students come from diverse backgrounds and nationalities; approximately 90 nationalities are represented on campus. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering.

AUS is located in the Emirate of Sharjah (about 15 km from Dubai). It is an independent, not-for-profit, coeducational university serving approximately 5,000 students. For more information, click here to visit our website. AUS's programs are accredited by the Ministry of Education's Higher Education Affairs Division and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since June 2004). The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET (https://www.abet.org/).