IR & International Security Faculty: Teach, Lead Research

The American University in the Emirates (AUE); Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications for Full-Time Faculty in International Relations, International Security, and Political Science for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ph.D. holders should apply; teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels in English will be required.

The role involves teaching, mentoring, academic advising, and active participation in committees and service activities within the university, with a focus on research and curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a related field such as International Relations, International Security, or Political Science from an accredited US university or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of field experience in the industry.
• Ability to map graduate/Ph.D. courses to US credit-like systems with evidence of similar credit structures.

Responsibilities

• Teach according to the published program and courses in International Relations, International Security, or Political Science.
• Provide academic advising and participate in administrative and committee activities.
• Engage in research, scholarship, and professional service for the university and community.
• Contribute to curriculum development and review and integrate digital technologies into teaching.

Skills

Curriculum development

Outstanding English communication

Research collaboration

Digital classroom tools

Academic advising

Service orientation

Education

Ph.D. in IR/International Security/Political Science

Tools

Scopus-indexed publications

Job description

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications for Full-Time Faculty in International Relations, International Security, and Political Science for the 2026-2027 academic year. Ph.D. holders should apply; teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels in English will be required.

The role involves teaching, mentoring, academic advising, and active participation in committees and service activities within the university, with a focus on research and curriculum development.