CSGS Security and Strategic Studies Full Professor Full Time Faculty Fall Semester

TheAmerican University in the Emirates (AUE) invites highly qualified candidates to apply for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Full Professor in Security and Strategic Studies.

Academic Semester: Fall

Specializations

The successful candidate will teach one or more of the following areas:

• International Relations
• International Security
• Political Science

Instruction Language:English

Teaching Load:24 credit hours per academic year

Job Purpose

The faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching assessing student performance providing academic advising engaging in scholarly research participating in administrative and committee work and contributing to professional and community service in alignment with the mission of the University.

Qualifications & Education

• Ph.D. in Security Studies or a closely related discipline from a US UK Canada New Zealandaccredited university or an institution recognized by an American accreditation body
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant industry or field experience in security intelligence defense or strategic studies
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications in Scopus-indexed journals
• Demonstrated experience supervising Masters and Ph.D. theses
• Prior experience teaching at the Ph.D. level

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of teaching and/or professional experience at an internationally accredited university
• Proven excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels
• Previous higher education or teaching experience in an accredited university in the United States of America is required

Skills Training & Knowledge

• Curriculum development and academic program review
• Record of professional and scholarly achievement including peer-reviewed publications
• Active and ongoing research agenda with interest in interdisciplinary and faculty collaboration
• Ability to integrate web-based and digital technologies into teaching
• Willingness to contribute to University college and community service
• Excellent English proficiency and communication skills

Job Description

1. Instructional Delivery (Teaching Performance)

• Deliver research-informed and practice-driven instruction
• Apply contemporary pedagogical approaches that promote critical inquiry engagement and mastery of competencies
• Design and implement effective learning activities and assessments

2. Instructional Management

• Effectively manage all instructional processes in accordance with university policies and academic standards

3. Assessment and Evaluation

• Evaluate and grade student performance objectively and transparently
• Develop clear assessment criteria aligned with course learning outcomes
• Set clear expectations and ensure fairness while avoiding cognitive bias

4. Curriculum Development and Review

Contribute to continuous curriculum review and enhancement to ensure:

A. Quality

• Currency and relevance of theory and practice
• Appropriate intellectual rigor aligned with degree level

B. Effectiveness

• Progressive complexity in theoretical and practical content
• Advanced levels of analysis and competency development
• Application of theories and principles to real-world contexts

5. Research and Scholarship

• Actively engage in scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Contribute to increased citation impact and alignment with the Universitys research mission

6. Professional Development

• Participate in ongoing professional growth through workshops seminars training programs and leadership development activities

7. Academic Advising and Student Success

• Provide academic advising related to program learning outcomes curriculum planning and career development

8. Advancement and Fundraising

• Identify and secure external funding to support the Universitys mission
• Support advancement initiatives and cultivate relationships with stakeholders

9. Service

• Participate in university college and discipline-related service including accreditation recruitment research administration consultation and community engagement

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law College of Education College of Design College of Business Administration College of Media and Mass Communication College of Health Science College of Engineering and Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited bySACSCOC(the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and masters degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited byCAA(the Commission for Academic Accreditation) Ministry of Education United Arab Emirates.

TheCollege of Business Administrationis a proud member ofAACSB(The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration Master of Business Administration Master of Sport Management) are accredited byAACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Engineering and Technologyis accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission ofABET.