Summary
American University of Sharjah is recruiting a visiting faculty member for its Department of Physics for a one-semester appointment in Spring 2027, beginning in January. The role focuses on teaching preparatory and general physics courses, including introductory courses for students across a range of majors. Applicants need a PhD in Physics, a strong record of effective university teaching, and excellent English communication skills; experience with diverse student populations and the American model of higher education is desirable. The position is based in Sharjah, and the university states that salary is commensurate with experience and includes free housing and paid utilities; applications close December 15, 2026.
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College of Arts and Sciences
Visiting Faculty Position in Physics – Spring 2027
Application Deadline: December 15, 2026
The Department of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for a visiting faculty position for Spring Semester 2027. This is a one-semester appointment only, commencing in January 2027.
The successful candidate will primarily teach preparatory and general physics courses offered by the Department of Physics. The teaching assignment may include introductory physics courses serving students from a broad range of majors. Experience teaching introductory physics to diverse student populations and experience with the American model of higher education are highly desirable.
Applicants are required to hold a PhD in Physics and demonstrate a strong record of effective university-level teaching. Candidates should have excellent communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to engage students and support their learning in introductory-level physics courses.
Applicants should complete the online application form and upload the required documents in PDF format using the following link. The required documents include a cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae, including a brief teaching statement and the names and contact information of at least three references who would be willing to provide letters of recommendation. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Department of Physics at AUS offers a Bachelor of Science in Physics and a minor in Applied Physics and provides preparatory, general education and service physics courses to students across the university. Physics faculty also contribute to the interdisciplinary PhD program in Materials Science and Engineering. The department is committed to excellence in teaching and research and serves a highly diverse student body representing many nationalities and academic disciplines.
The appointment is limited to Spring Semester 2027 and does not constitute a regular or continuing faculty position.
Learn more:
Department of Physics: https://www.aus.edu/cas/department-of-physics
About American University of Sharjah
American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications from accomplished scholars committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research within an American-style, globally recognized institution. Successful candidates will be offered a salary commensurate with experience, along with free housing, paid utilities and other attractive benefits.
As a comprehensive, independent, non-profit, coeducational university, AUS is consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the Arab region and among the top 17 percent of ranked universities in the world (QS, 2027). The university fosters a diverse community of over 6,000 students from more than 100 nations, with English as the language of instruction and the workplace.
Located in Sharjah's University City, AUS is directly adjacent to the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, providing faculty with significant opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research and contribute directly to the UAE’s rapidly expanding innovation ecosystem. The campus is set in a vibrant and cosmopolitan area, offering abundant opportunities for travel, entertainment and cultural experiences, with Sharjah International Airport minutes away and Dubai International Airport only 30 minutes from campus. A number of schools aligned with various international curricula are located nearby.
AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004.
For more information, please visit www.aus.edu.