Assistant Professor in English Literature

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Professor in English Literature

University: UAE University – Website

Job Description

UAE University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in English Literature at the rank of Assistant Professor. The area of specialization is open but applicants with proven expertise in the fields of Digital Humanities, British Literature, and Critical Theory will be of particular interest. Candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and student advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels, a demonstrable research capability that will enable the candidate to develop and sustain an internally and/or externally funded research program in his/her area of expertise, publish his/her research findings in refereed journals, and actively engage in promoting the growth of the UAE University.

The application package should include:

a cover letter, a detailed resume, a brief description of current/future research activities, teaching philosophy, and courses taught. English is the language of instruction and communication. Screening of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Qualification

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in English Studies or Comparative Literature. The ability to teach undergraduate courses is a must. Industrial and professional experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualification

Digital Humanities, British Literature, and Critical Theory. Active in Research

Close Date     Kindly apply before the closing date.

30/09/2025

About UAEU

UAE University is the first and foremost comprehensive national university in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU aspires to become a comprehensive, research-intensive university and currently enrolls approximately 17,500+ Emirati and international students. UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges:

Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science.

In its drive to achieve international research stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked #5 in the Arab World and #261 worldwide.

UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand.  UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence. 

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