Senior Faculty

Sharjah Education Academy; Sharjah; On-site; AED 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Sharjah is seeking accomplished teacher education academics. This role involves leading research initiatives and developing high-quality educational programs. Candidates should have a doctorate in education, demonstrate strong leadership and research capabilities, and preferably have experience in the UAE. Fluency in Arabic and English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in education from a reputable internationally accredited university.
• Experience in teacher education and PreK-12 educational system including supervising student teachers.
• Experience in teaching and delivering programs in online/hybrid/hyflex modes.
• Demonstrated successful leadership and management experience.
• Strong research profile in a relevant education field.
• Preferred experience working in the UAE or Middle East region.
• Preferred fluency in both Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor staff in developing education-related research.
• Lead development and delivery of high-quality academic programs.
• Contribute to institutional leadership through committees.
• Engage in community activities to promote the Academy.
• Develop local and international networks to support growth.

Skills

Leadership

Research

Teaching

Community Engagement

Online Teaching

Education

Doctorate (PhD/EdD) in Education

Job description

About the Role

The Sharjah Education Academy is entering an exciting phase of growth. To support our four newly established Research Centres for Excellence (Early Childhood Education, School Improvement, Educational Leadership and Inclusion) and the new programs we aim to offer in 2026, we are looking to grow our academic team.

We are seeking accomplished and passionate teacher education academics with strong track records in research and teaching. These positions will suit experienced academics at Associate Professor and Professor levels who are interested in leading initiatives at the Academy that make an impact on teacher education and research in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Research
  • Lead and mentor staff in developing and implementing a program of education‑related research in alignment with the Academy’s Research Strategy and Plan and Centres of Excellence.
• Teaching and Learning
  • Lead the development and delivery of high‑quality, evidence‑based academic and HDR programs in alignment with the Academy’s course design and delivery framework, international good practice standards, and accreditation standards.
• Community Engagement and Service
  • Contribute to the overall leadership of the institution through internal committees.
  • Lead community engagement activities that promote the profession and the reputation of the Academy.
• Networks and Partnerships
  • Develop and nurture local and international networks and partnerships that support the Academy’s growth and reputation.
• Leadership and Management
  • Oversee people, programs, and projects ensuring timely, on‑budget delivery and high client satisfaction levels.
  • Promote a collaborative, supportive, and high‑performing work culture.

Requirements

• An earned doctorate(PhD/EdD)in educationfrom a reputableinternationally accredited university.
• Experience in teacher educationand PreK-12 educational system including supervising student teachers.
• Experience in teaching and delivering programs in online/hybrid/hyflex modes.
• Demonstrated successful leadership and management experience.
• A strong research profile in a relevant education field.
• Preferred experience working in the UAE or Middle East region.
• Preferred fluency in both Arabic and English.

Sharjah Education Academy aims to spread a culture of continuous improvement in all educational institutions.