Instructor - AI & Big Data

University of Wollongong in Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Public holidays

End-of-service gratuity

Professional development support

Job summary

University of Wollongong Dubai invites applications for Instructor positions in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning within the School of Computing. Teaching-intensive roles focus on undergraduate courses and practical AI applications, delivering Foundations of AI, Big Data, Computer Vision, and core CS subjects, with emphasis on student-centred learning.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Computer Science, at least 3 years of teaching in higher education, and hands‑on

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science (minimum for Level A).
• At least 3 years’ full-time teaching experience in higher education.
• Hands-on experience with modern AI and Machine Learning tools.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in AI, ML, CS fundamentals.
• Experience teaching in GCC region.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate teaching in areas such as Foundations of AI, Big Data Management and Data Mining, Computer Vision and AI Applications, and core CS subjects.
• Prepare and deliver lectures and tutorials, assess student work, and support student learning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of teaching practices and curriculum.

Skills

Computer Science

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Teaching

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

AI tools

Machine Learning tools

Job description

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in‑desired industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue‑chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000‑square‑foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting‑edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students.

*QS World University Rankings 2023
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2020

About the School

The School of Computer Science, at the University of Wollongong in Dubai, seeks to appoint for 2027 dynamic and talented academics with expertise in one or many of the following areas: Big Data Management, Big Data Mining Techniques and Implementation, Foundations of Artificial Intelligence, Modern Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning models, generative AI and general adversarial networks (GANs), Natural language processing, Computer Vision.

The School of Computer Science aims at producing innovative, well‑rounded, hands‑on professionals that are well versed in technological and computing concepts and skills. The school offers 7 programs under the umbrella of computer science and IT. Those programs are designed to be practical and focused on industry needed skills in popular areas of computer science and IT, including: Software development, Cyber Security, Big data and AI, Gaming and mobile development, Business information systems, IT management, and digital transformation.

Requirements & Responsibilities

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for Instructor positions in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning within the School of Computing.

These are teaching‑intensive roles created in response to strong growth in student enrolments across the Computer Science and AI majors. The successful candidates will contribute to high‑quality undergraduate teaching, curriculum delivery, and student engagement in modern AI‑focused subjects.

This role is well suited to early‑career academics or industry‑informed educators who are passionate about teaching, applied AI, and student‑centred learning.

Teaching Responsibilities

The Instructor will deliver undergraduate teaching in areas such as:

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence

Big Data Management and Data Mining

Computer Vision and AI Applications

Core Computer Science subjects including programming, databases, systems analysis, and software development methodologies

Teaching duties include preparing and delivering lectures and tutorials, assessing student work, providing academic support, and contributing to continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.

Qualifications & Experience

You are a motivated and capable academic with strong discipline knowledge in Computer Science and AI, and a genuine commitment to teaching excellence.

Master’s degree in Computer Science (minimum qualification for Level A)

At least 3 years’ full‑time teaching experience in higher education

Hands‑on experience with modern AI and Machine Learning tools and technologies

Strong foundational knowledge across Computer Science disciplines

Demonstrated ability to teach and manage undergraduate classes effectively

Ability to use interactive and contemporary teaching methods

Teaching experience in the GCC region

Industry or practice‑based experience in IT, technology, or advanced AI systems

Emerging or established research activity in modern AI

Research & Scholarly Activity

While this is a teaching‑intensive role, candidates with a demonstrated or emerging research track record in AI are encouraged to apply. Opportunities exist to engage in scholarly activity and research collaboration in line with UOWD’s academic priorities.

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) offers a competitive and comprehensive employment package designed to attract and retain high‑calibre academic staff, aligned with international university standards and local regulatory requirements.

The employment package for this role includes:

• Competitive tax‑free salary, commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, and experience
• Comprehensive medical insurance, with coverage provided in accordance with UOWD policy
• Annual leave entitlement in line with UOWD policy and UAE Labour Law
• Public holidays as per the UAE calendar
• End‑of‑service gratuity, calculated in accordance with UAE Labour Law
• Professional development support, including access to research facilities, academic resources, and scholarly networks

UOWD is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating workplace that enables academic staff to excel in teaching, research, and service.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.