Faculty Position in Arabic Studies

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UAE is seeking an Assistant Professor in Arabic Studies to join the Department of Arabic and Translation Studies. The successful candidate will teach entry-level Arabic heritage classes and courses on the UAE's history and culture. Candidates should have a PhD in Arabic Studies or related fields, a strong record in teaching and research, and proficiency in both Arabic and English. The position begins in Fall 2026, pending budget approval.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach at the undergraduate level in Arabic and/or English.
• Strong scholarly record or potential.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Teach entry-level Arabic heritage classes.
• Offer courses on UAE history, culture, and society.
• Participate in course and program design/development.

Skills

Teaching in both Arabic and English

Integration of new technologies in teaching

Familiarity with western models of higher education

Scholarly record

Education

PhD in Arabic Studies or allied areas

Job description

Position Overview

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.

Core Responsibilities: Teach entry‑level Arabic heritage classes, offer courses on the history, culture and society of the United Arab Emirates, integrate new technologies in teaching and research, and participate in course and program design/development.

Qualifications

Education: PhD in Arabic Studies, Arabic Literature or allied areas.

Teaching: Proven ability to teach at the undergraduate level in Arabic and/or English, with a strong scholarly record or potential.

Native or near‑native proficiency in Arabic and English. Preference for candidates who can teach in both languages.

Familiarity with western models of higher education is preferred.

Application Process

Submit your CV, a list of three referees, a cover letter outlining your areas of expertise, teaching philosophy, research interests and how you fit with the position. Documents should be in PDF format and submitted through https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=ATS-26-01 by November 30, 2025.

Additional information may be requested. Online interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

Contact

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