Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence | Ajman University

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence.

The Department of Information Technology at the College of Engineering and Information Technology (CEIT) at Ajman University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position in Artificial Intelligence, starting Fall 2026. The selected candidate will focus on research and teaching in Artificial Intelligence and its applications. The role includes undergraduate and graduate teaching and active engagement with industry and business communities. The successful applicant will be part of the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs within the Information Technology department and may also collaborate with other related programs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Graduated with a Ph.D. from a reputable university
• Outstanding teaching record
• Outstanding research and publications record in top journals
• Adequate experience in supervising student projects and thesis papers
• A record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage
• Excellent record in community service and scholarly activities
• Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), or a closely related field from a reputable university
• Outstanding teaching record in AI-related courses
• Strong publication record in top-tier AI and data science journals/conferences
• Adequate experience supervising student projects, capstones, and graduate theses
• A record of collaborative, interdisciplinary, and funded research is an advantage
• Evidence of community service and scholarly activities
• Experience with AI tools, frameworks, and cloud platforms is preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning Operations, AI for Robotics and related areas
• Engage in innovative, technology-enhanced, and student-centred teaching methods
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees
• Actively engage in promoting the growth of the Ajman University
• Ability to provide consultancy services to researchers and the business community.
• Assess and track each student’s progress and give feedback to support ongoing success.
• Contribute to the growth and visibility of Ajman University through teaching, research, and service
• Provide consultancy and applied research support to industry and community partners
• Assess and monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Conduct high-quality research and publish in reputable journals and conferences
• Ensure a respectful, inclusive, and culturally sensitive learning environment
• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships across the University
• Mentor and motivate students and colleagues to achieve academic and professional success
• Continuously update teaching materials and methods to align with AI advancements
• Motivate and inspire confidence in others (students and colleagues) to overcome limitations to personal growth and success
• Actively seek out methods, procedures, and resources to best achieve course and lesson objectives
• Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with the “Credit Hour” academic system
• Ability to supervise student work
• Ability to provide academic advising for students
• Ability to conduct independent research and publish in reputable journals and conferences
• Ability to work effectively with diverse team members
• Knowledge of academic program planning and implementation
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

APPLICATION PROCESS

A completed application will include:

1. A letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position.
2. A current curriculum vitae.
3. A statement of teaching philosophy and research.
4. Copies of transcripts of all graduate coursework.
5. A list of three professional references with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses- including a current or previous supervisor.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.