Faculty Position in Arabic Studies | College of Arts & Sciences

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Sharjah is looking for an Assistant Professor in Arabic Studies to start in Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Arabic Studies and have strong teaching capabilities in both Arabic and English. Responsibilities include developing Arabic heritage courses and conducting research. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English required.
• Experience or expertise in course design and teaching at the university level.
• Ability to teach about the UAE's history, culture, and society is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach entry-level Arabic heritage classes.
• Develop and offer courses on Arabic history and culture.
• Engage in research related to areas of specialization.

Skills

Teaching in Arabic

Teaching in English

Course design

Research capability

Education

PhD in Arabic Studies or allied areas

Job description

Position in Arabic Studies: The Department of Arabic and Translation Studies at American University of Sharjah invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026, subject to budgetary approval.

A PhD in Arabic Studies, Arabic Literature or allied areas is required. The willingness and ability to teach entry-level Arabic heritage classes is essential. The ability to offer courses on the history, culture and society of the United Arab Emirates will be a distinct advantage as is the integration of new technologies in teaching and research.

Candidates should also indicate any interests, qualifications or experiences related to course and program design/development. We seek candidates with a passion for both teaching and research in any relevant area of specialization to join our faculty. UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will have native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English. The language of instruction at AUS is English, however, candidates able to teach courses in both Arabic and English are preferred. Strong scholarly record/potential and relevant teaching experience are expected. Familiarity with western models of higher education is preferred.

Applicants are requested to submit their CV including a list of three referees, a cover letter outlining their areas of expertise, teaching philosophy, research interests and how they fit with the position. Salary and benefits are highly competitive.

Please submit the required documents in PDF format through the online application portal by November 30, 2025. We may request additional information from candidates who make it to the next stage of evaluation.

Online interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place on a rolling basis.

Candidates are welcome to contact the department at [e-mail] with any questions about the position, American University of Sharjah or expatriate life in the UAE.

American University of Sharjah (AUS) is a comprehensive, independent, non-profit, coeducational institution of higher education that promotes excellence in teaching, learning, research and creative work. AUS fosters a community that celebrates diversity and whose members are committed to the ideals of open intellectual inquiry, ethical behavior and civic responsibility.

AUS offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs to approximately 6,000 students from over 100 nations. English is the language of instruction and the workplace. Among the top 18 percent of ranked universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2026), AUS is consistently among the top 10 universities in the Arab region (QS Arab Region University Rankings, 2025).

AUS is located in the heart of Sharjah’s University City, adjacent to the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park and just minutes from Sharjah International Airport and only 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport. The campus is situated in a vibrant and cosmopolitan area offering abundant opportunities for travel, entertainment, cultural experiences and natural beauty. Salary and benefits are competitive.

AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004.

For more information, please visit www.aus.edu.