Summary
The College of Law at the American University in the Emirates invites applications for full-time Associate Professor and Professor positions for the 2026–2027 academic year in Dubai. Faculty will teach and assess students, provide academic advising, contribute to university and college committees, and participate in professional and community service. Applicants need a Ph.D. in Law or a closely related field, at least two years of teaching or relevant professional legal experience, and a record of peer-reviewed publications. Instruction is in English, with Arabic where applicable, and the teaching load is 12 credit hours per academic semester.
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The College of Law at the American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from qualified Ph.D. holders for Full-Time Faculty positions at the Associate Professor and Full Professor levels.
Academic Year: 2026-2027
Specializations
- Commercial Law
- Civil Law
- Arbitration
- Intellectual Property Law
- Private International Law
The successful candidate will be a Ph.D.-qualified faculty member with relevant academic and professional experience in one or more of the above areas, and will be expected to teach courses in these areas within the College of Law.
Instruction Language: English (Arabic where applicable)
Teaching Load: 12 credit hours per academic semester
Job Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing students with professional expertise through teaching, assessing student work, academic advising, participating in administrative and committee activities, and contributing to professional and community service.
Qualifications & Education
- Ph.D. in Law (Commercial Law, Civil Law, Arbitration, Intellectual Property Law, Private International Law, or a closely related field) from an accredited university in the United States or a recognized international university accredited by a recognized accreditation body.
- Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. by the time of recruitment.
- A minimum of 18 credit hours of graduate-level study in the relevant field.
- A minimum of three articles published in Scopus-indexed journals or five articles in peer-reviewed law journals within the past five years.
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of teaching and/or professional legal experience (such as legal practice, arbitration, or legal advisory roles) at an internationally accredited university or in a relevant professional setting.
- Proven record of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Skills / Training / Knowledge
- Knowledge and experience in curriculum development and review.
- Demonstrated record of professional accomplishment, including peer-reviewed publications in the specialization areas.
- Active research agenda and interest in research collaboration with other faculty members.
- Ability to integrate web-based and digital technologies, including legal databases, into the classroom.
- Willingness to provide service to the University and the College.
- Excellent English proficiency and communication skills for faculty teaching in English.
- Excellent Arabic proficiency and communication skills for faculty teaching in Arabic, where applicable.
Responsibilities
- Instructional Delivery (Teaching Performance)
- Deliver research- and practice-driven teaching in the specialization areas.
- Apply current pedagogical techniques, such as case-based learning, moot court, mock arbitration, and legal analysis exercises, that stimulate students’ inquiry and engagement.
- Provide students with a broad and coherent body of legal knowledge while developing relevant skills and competencies through effective teaching and appropriate assessment methods.
- Instructional Management
- Effectively manage the instructional process and maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Evaluate student performance and assign grades in accordance with established academic standards.
- Provide clear assessment criteria that reflect course content and intended learning outcomes.
- Set clear expectations for students and ensure fairness and objectivity in assessment practices.
- Curriculum Development and Review
- Contribute to the regular review and improvement of existing curricula to ensure quality and effectiveness.
Quality:
- Ensure the currency and relevance of legal theories, legislation, and practices within the field.
- Maintain intellectual rigor appropriate to the level of the degree program.
Effectiveness:
- Promote increasingly complex presentation and application of legal theories, principles, and practices.
- Support increasingly complex levels of legal analysis and competency development.
- Facilitate the practical application of legal principles.
- Professional Development
- Maintain and develop current academic knowledge, teaching methodologies, disciplinary expertise, professional certifications, technology-related skills, and leadership capabilities through participation in internal and external workshops, seminars, conferences, and training programs.
About American University in the Emirates (AUE):
The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.
AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.
At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success
AUE comprises eight dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Health Science, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.
The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC (the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels
The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited by CAA (the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.
The College of Business Administration is a proud member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited by AACSB) as of 2022.
The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Computer Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.
NASAD (The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.
About American University in the Emirates (AUE):
The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.
AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.
At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success
AUE comprises eight dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Health Science, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.
The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC (the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels
The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited by CAA (the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.
The College of Business Administration is a proud member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited by AACSB) as of 2022.
The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Computer Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.
NASAD (The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.