Adjunct Faculty (Instructor/Assistant or Associate Professor) - Integrated Strategic Communications - College of Communication and Media Studies - Abu Dhabi Campus

Overview

• The College of Communication and Media Sciences at Zayed University is seeking dynamic and innovative individuals to teach communication courses.
• Candidates should be able to teach core principles, writing, strategic planning, and campaign development, incorporating elements of advertising, public relations, and marketing communications across traditional and digital media.
• Integrated Strategic Communications is the largest concentration within the College, supported by active student chapters of the Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) on both the Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses.
• Prospective candidates are expected to demonstrate a proven record of teaching experience that meets international standards, along with professional expertise in relevant fields.
• Scholarly or creative activity in the area of specialization is also valued.
• The College seeks adjunct faculty beginning Fall 2026.
• The search will remain open until positions are filled.
• About the College
• The College of Communication and Media Sciences is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC), and the International Advertising Association accredits its Integrated Strategic Communications concentration.
• The College offers a comprehensive curriculum that equips students with the communication skills necessary to assume leadership roles in various industries.
• Our faculty represent over 20 nationalities and are committed to graduating students who:
• Understand the role of mass communication in local, regional and global contexts.
• Demonstrate strong written, oral, and visual communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Use digital media technologies thoughtfully and effectively.
• Value truth, accuracy, fairness, and diversity.
• Think critically, innovate, and engage in meaningful dialogue.
• Contribute to the body of knowledge in mass communication from the region.
• Support the future development of the UAE and the global community.
• The College offers a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media Sciences with concentrations in:

• Integrated Strategic Communications

• Media Production and Storytelling
• Tourism and Cultural Communications

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold an MA or PhD in Communication or a related field, with specialization in strategic communication, public relations, or advertising, from a QS-ranked university recognized or equalized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
• Candidates should demonstrate:
• Excellence in teaching and scholarship.
• A record of teaching experience that meets international standards.
• Professional expertise and/or scholarly or creative activity in the relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English.
• Experience teaching in an ESL environment
• Zayed University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and underrepresented groups.

Application Instructions

• Interested applicants must submit:
• CV
• Cover letter (maximum two pages)
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A statement of research interests
• Contact details of three references (name, position, organization, email address)
• Copy of doctoral degree certificate (if applicable)
• Copy of master’s degree certificate and transcript
• Student evaluations from the two most recent semesters (if applicable)
• One representative research publication or writing sample (if applicable)

Interview & Selection Process

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