Teaching Faculty Position - Business: Marketing & Public Relations

Karlstad University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A research-focused university in Abu Dhabi is hiring Teaching Faculty to teach an undergraduate course on AI applications in Marketing and Public Relations. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a related field and expertise in digital marketing and AI tools. This position emphasizes student engagement, high-quality instruction, and collaboration with industry leaders. Benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive health insurance, and relocation support.

Benefits

Top-tier compensation

Comprehensive health & life insurance

Relocation support

Engaging work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in digital marketing and AI applications in marketing.
• Experience with relevant tools and platforms such as social media analytics tools.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in AI-enabled marketing and public relations strategies.
• Develop and maintain course content and hands-on projects.
• Mentor and advise students on projects related to AI in marketing.

Skills

Digital marketing expertise

Social media analytics

AI applications in marketing

Teaching excellence

Education

Ph.D. in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, Data Analytics

Tools

Social media analytics tools

Python/R for analytics

Job description

Teaching Faculty Position - Business: Marketing & Public Relations

MBZUAI is an open invitation to the world to collaborate on AI at a leading artificial intelligence university in a thriving, innovative and multi‑disciplinary environment.

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence: Academic Appointments: Undergraduate Division

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Open Date

2025-12-18

Deadline

Aug 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

MBZUAI is a research‑focused university in Abu Dhabi, and the first university dedicated entirely to the advancement of science through AI. The university empowers the next generation of AI leaders, driving innovation and impactful applications of AI through world‑class education and interdisciplinary research.

In 2025, MBZUAI launched its first ever undergraduate program, a Bachelor of Science in AI, with two distinct streams: Business and Engineering, and is looking for passionate and highly motivated Teaching Faculty.

The Undergraduate Division is seeking teaching faculty to teach an undergraduate course introducing the application of Artificial Intelligence in Marketing, Social Media, and Public Relations. This course will focus on practical skills, including how AI can be leveraged for customer segmentation, sentiment analysis, personalized recommendations, and optimizing digital strategies across various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality instruction in AI‑enabled marketing, social media analytics, and public relations strategies.
• Develop and maintain course content, case studies, and hands‑on projects aligned with current industry practices.
• Foster an engaging, student‑centered learning environment that emphasizes applied learning and strategic thinking.
• Mentor and advise students on projects and real‑world applications of AI in marketing and PR.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate AI‑driven business insights across curricula.

Why Join MBZUAI?

• Top‑Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions
• Exceptional Benefits
  • Comprehensive health & life insurance
  • Relocation support for international faculty
• Live in Abu Dhabi: World’s safest city, year‑round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities
• Industry & Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers

Qualifications

This position requires a Ph.D. in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, Data Analytics, or a closely related field.

Demonstrated expertise in digital marketing, social media analytics, and AI applications in marketing.

Experience with relevant tools and platforms (e.g., social media analytics tools, recommendation engines, Python/R for analytics).

Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.

Teaching Experience: Proven teaching or training experience at the undergraduate or graduate level (or equivalent professional training experience).

Application Instructions

• Teaching statement
• Reference letters or names and contact details for three referees

MBZUAI’s mission includes fostering a diverse academic community. MBZUAI is an equal‑opportunity employer. The university actively recruits faculty from around the world, aiming to create an international and inclusive environment that reflects a wide range of cultures and perspectives.

Be part of AI’s future—apply today to MBZUAI!

Job Details

Building 1B, Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates