Adjunct Faculty Assistant/Associate Professor - College of Natural and Health Sciences - Physics - Dubai

The Department of Environmental Sciences and Sustainability is seeking qualified candidates to teach Physics at our Dubai campus, starting in Jan 2027.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching general physics courses, developing curriculum plans to enhance student learning, facilitating class discussions, ensuring student engagement, maintaining class records, and assessing student coursework. Collaboration with colleagues on research interests and co-curricular activities is also expected. The candidate will typically report to the department head.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in any field of Physics. Candidates should have experience teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels and contribute to research in a specialized field. A strong record of teaching is essential. While adjunct positions primarily focus on teaching, there may also be opportunities for Physics-related research.

About the College

The Department of Environmental Sciences and Sustainability in the College of Natural and Health Sciences (CNHS) at Zayed University (ZU) offers both undergraduate and graduate programs designed to meet the UAE’s expanding environmental and sustainability needs. The undergraduate program provides a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Science and Sustainability (ESS), established to address the complex and intertwined requirements of modern society while fostering a sustainable relationship with the natural environment. This high-quality, interdisciplinary program is accredited by The Community for Environmental Disciplines in Higher Education (CEDHE). Additionally, the department offers a Master of Science in Environment and Sustainability Sciences, responding to the growing demand for research and advanced studies. This graduate program focuses on national priorities, including the maintenance of safe and healthy living and working environments, to support the UAE's sustainability goals.

Applicants must hold a terminal degree in the relevant field, recognized or eligible for recognition by the UAE's Ministry of Education. The successful candidate will have a proven record of excellent teaching and will be expected to teach both introductory and advanced-level courses. Research experience is considered an asset.

Candidates should be adaptable, capable of teaching a variety of courses, including co-requisite labs, within their discipline. The ideal candidate will demonstrate versatility, forward-thinking, and innovative approaches to engaging students in both classroom and laboratory settings.

Successful candidates will aslo demonstrate:

• Evidence of teaching excellence with a student-centered and innovative approach at undergraduate and/or graduate levels
• Dedication to curricular innovation.
• A record of professional accomplishment appropriate to their rank.
• Applicants must have a valid UAE residence visa and will be required to provide a No Objection Letter from their sponsor.

Interested applicants are required to upload the following:

• CV.
• Cover letter (maximum two pages).
• Contact details of 3 references (HR will contact referees after the candidate passes the initial interview) for each referee, please include 1) Name, 2) Position, 3) Organization, and 4) Email address.
• A scanned copy of your terminal degree and transcript.
• Your most recent two semesters of student evaluations of your teaching.
• One representative research publication or another writing sample (if applicable)

I****nterview and Selection

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial interview. Positions will remain open until filled.

About Zayed University

Are you passionate about higher education and committed to fostering teaching, research, and service excellence? Do you aspire to be part of a vibrant, diverse academic environment that values innovation, collaboration, and academic and research excellence? If so, Zayed University invites you to explore exciting faculty opportunities that will allow you to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of leaders.

We offer comprehensive compensation packages that include a tax-free basic salary and housing allowance and a range of benefits for yourself and eligible dependents, including education allowance, annual flights, health insurance and an employee assistance program, subject to eligibility and limits as per ZU policies.

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