Assistant Professor in Digital Media

About This Role

Liwa University, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain Campuses

Since 1993, Liwa University has stood as a cornerstone of higher education in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, nurturing potential and supplying the UAE labour market with skilled professionals. Today, Liwa University is dedicated to empowering all students to excel both academically and personally by providing them with the finest resources, support, and guidance available. To achieve this goal, Liwa University offers targeted programs and services meticulously designed to enhance academic progress and overall well-being. We proudly offer 30 masters, bachelor’s, and diploma programs across our 4 colleges: College of Media and Public Relations, College of Medical and Health Sciences, College of Business, College of Engineering and Computing with the support of the General Education Department.

Job Summary:

The College of Media and Public Relations at Liwa University is inviting applicants for positions of Assistant Professor in Communication (specialization in Digital/New Media). The successful candidate is expected to start in Fall 2026-2027 on the Abu Dhabi campus.

Selected candidates will teach both theoretical and practical courses. The candidate must be highly motivated to achieve the mission of the College of Media and Public Relations in the areas of teaching, research, and community/professional service. The language of instruction in the college is Arabic.

The successful candidates will:

• Participate in teaching theoretical and practical courses in Digital Media.
• Teach other communication courses as per faculty needs.
• Provide academic advising to students.
• Perform college, community, and professional service.
• Assist in the continued development and promotion of the Program.

Competencies:

The successful candidate must possess a notable track record of teaching and scholarship in internationally recognized and peer-reviewed publications, especially in Scopus-indexed journals or Arcif-indexed Arabic journals, in addition to other forms of scholarship. High proficiency in digital media tools and social media management is required. In addition, the ability to use Artificial Intelligence applications in teaching is expected.

Requirements:

Minimum qualifications include:

• A Ph.D. holder in Communication with a specialization in Digital Media.
• Fluency in spoken and written Arabic and English
• A minimum of three years’ teaching experience in Digital/New Media in an institution of higher learning.
• A minimum of one-year professional experience in Digital/New Media.

How to apply:

Applications must include:

1. A cover letter describing qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Updated CV, including the names and contact information of at least three professional references.
3. Three of the candidates’ recent research papers published in Scopus or Arcif-indexed peer-reviewed journals.
4. Copies of degrees along with transcripts (official certified transcripts will be requested if an offer of employment is made).

Non-Arabic language speakers need not apply as the language of instruction in the College of Media and Public Relations is Arabic.