Assistant/Associate Professor of Political Science – Fall 2026

The School of Arts and Sciences at the American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Political Science in the Department of International and Middle Eastern Studies to begin teaching in Fall 2026.

The successful candidate should have

• Ph.D. in Political Science, International Relations, or a closely related field from a Western-accredited university
• Previous teaching experience in areas related to international law and diplomacy, security studies, global governance, sustainability, and related topics in a Western higher education system
• Evidence of scholarly activity or strong potential for scholarly contributions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• An ability to work collegially within a team of faculty members from diverse disciplines

Successful candidates will have evidence of excellence in teaching or must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Additionally, candidates are expected to have an active research agenda, a record of professional development, and a willingness to assist in student advising, curriculum development, and other service to the department, school, and community.

The compensation package for this position is competitive and is based on the expatriate model. Besides tax-exempt basic salary, it includes housing, annual two-way airfare, health / life insurance, professional memberships, conference attendance expenses, assistance with children’s tuition, and other components.

The American University in Dubai is a private, non-sectarian institution of higher learning founded in 1995. It serves UAE nationals and international students who seek world-class career-oriented education. As an international institution of higher education, AUD encourages global understanding by providing an atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for an international education.

Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through AUD’s Recruitment Portal, where they can create their profiles and provide the necessary documents.

• Cover letter
• Updated CV
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information of three (3) academic/professional references.

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