Summary
Al Ain University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Economics to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses and contribute to curriculum development. The role includes conducting and publishing research in Scopus-indexed journals, supervising student research, and supporting accreditation and university initiatives. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field and have at least 2 years of university teaching experience. The position is in Al Ain and requires effective communication in English and Arabic.
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Job title: Assistant/Associate Professor in Economics.
Qualification: Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field
Job Description:
- Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Economics and related areas of specialization.
- Teach a range of courses such as Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Development Economics, International Economics, Public Economics, and other specialized fields as required.
- Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and provide constructive feedback to enhance and sustain student success.
- Conduct high-quality research and publish in reputable, peer-reviewed journals indexed in recognized databases (e.g., Scopus).
- Supervise student research projects, theses, and dissertations where applicable.
- Contribute to curriculum development, course design, and academic program enhancement in alignment with university and college standards.
- Participate actively in departmental, college, and university committees, initiatives, and strategic projects.
- Support and contribute to local and international accreditation processes.
- Promote critical thinking, analytical skills, and data-driven decision-making among students to prepare them for careers in academia, government, financial institutions, and the private sector.
- Maintain a professional and supportive learning environment conducive to academic excellence.
- Engage in community outreach and professional activities that strengthen the relationship between the university and the broader economic and business community.
General Conditions:
- A proven track record of teaching excellence at the university level, having 2+ years of experience in university teaching.
- Research published in journals indexed in the Scopus database.
- Dedication to continued professional development.
- Dedication to renewing, developing, and proposing curricula.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English & Arabic orally and in writing.
- Advanced use of technology in the education process (delivering classes via presentations, using e-learning systems, reports, etc.).
- Willingness to provide all necessary and required services to the university and college.