Power & Renewable Energy Engineering Faculty

Canadian University Dubai (CUD) is seeking highly qualified and research active faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Power & Renewable Energy Engineering to join the Department of Electrical Engineering within the School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology (SEAST).

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, curriculum development, and academic programme enhancement within the newly launched Power & Renewable Energy Engineering programme.

Candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, applied research, innovation, and industry engagement. Experience in laboratory development, programme coordination, student supervision, and collaboration with utilities, grid operators, or renewable energy organisations will be considered an asset.

Successful candidates will contribute to teaching and curriculum development across key areas of Power & Renewable Energy Engineering, including:

Solar and Wind Energy: Renewable energy generation, system design, modelling, and performance optimisation.

Electric Machines: Principles, operation, control, and applications of electrical machines.

Electrical Drives and Converters: Power electronic converters, motor drives, and energy conversion technologies.

Energy Conversion and Storage: Energy conversion systems, battery technologies, and energy storage integration.

Power Transmission and Distribution: Electrical power networks, system protection, and distribution technologies.

Power Quality: Power system performance, reliability, harmonics, and power quality improvement.

Smart Grids: Intelligent power networks, renewable energy integration, distributed generation, and grid modernisation.

Candidates should be able to integrate practical laboratory activities, engineering simulation tools, and industry relevant case studies into their teaching.

Successful candidates are expected to conduct high quality, impactful research and contribute to the University's research and innovation objectives, with an anticipated output of 2 to 5 publications in reputable peer reviewed journals, preferably Q1/Q2 Scopus indexed journals, commensurate with academic rank and institutional expectations.

Renewable Energy Integration: Integration of solar, wind, and distributed renewable energy resources into electrical power systems.

Smart Grids and Grid Modernisation: Intelligent monitoring, control, protection, and optimisation of electrical networks.

Energy Storage Technologies: Battery energy storage, hybrid systems, and innovative approaches to energy management.

Power Electronics and Energy Conversion: Advanced converters, electrical drives, and efficient power conversion technologies.

Sustainable Smart Cities: Energy efficiency, intelligent infrastructure, and sustainable urban energy systems.

SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

SDG 13: Climate Action

Established in 2006, Canadian University Dubai is one of the most promising universities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region. CUD was ranked among the top 2% of universities worldwide, recognised as the number one university in Dubai, and ranked 21st in the Arab Region according to the QS Arab Region Rankings 2025.

Our expanded City Walk campus offers modern facilities designed to foster entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity. The campus features advanced laboratories, research facilities, media studios, high technology classrooms, a multipurpose theatre, gymnasium, student centre, and a wide range of dining and recreational amenities.

Located in one of the world's most dynamic and multicultural cities, CUD provides an international academic environment that encourages collaboration, research excellence, and professional growth.

Established in 2006, CUD is one of the most promising universities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asian region, QS Ranked in the top 2% of Universities in the World, the #1 University in Dubai, and 21 st in the Arab Region according to the QS Arab Region Rankings 2025.

Our expanded City Walk campus hosts state-of-the-art amenities with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity. Combining all the essential elements of technology, the avant-garde campus brings a new experience to students, featuring: laboratories, research facilities, media studios, high-tech classrooms, a multipurpose theatre, gymnasium, student centre, plenty of dining and entertainment options, and many more!

With the world’s fastest growing population, Dubai is home to an exciting, diverse, multi-cultural blend of young, dynamic, professionals, all drawn to the Emirate for its unrivalled lifestyle and the outstanding employment prospects.