Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology | American University in Dubai

Job Description

The School of Arts and Sciences at the American University in Dubai (AUD) invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology to begin teaching in Fall 2026. Therefore, this role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to biology education, research, and academic service at a prestigious private institution in Dubai.

About AUD:
The American University in Dubai is a private, non-sectarian institution of higher learning founded in 1995. Furthermore, it serves UAE nationals and international students who seek a world-class career-oriented education. Additionally, AUD encourages global understanding by providing an atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for international education.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related biological science from a Western-accredited institution at the time of appointment. Additionally, applicants should have evidence of successful teaching experience or must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate level. Furthermore, candidates are expected to meet standards for professional scholarship and to assist in curriculum development and other service to the department, school, and community.

Required Qualifications:

• To begin with, candidates must have a Ph.D. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related biological science from a Western-accredited institution at the time of appointment
• Furthermore, demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate courses
• Additionally, strong research background and evidence of scholarly productivity in their field of specialization
• Moreover, excellent English written and oral communication skills
• Furthermore, ability to collaborate and contribute to departmental curriculum development and interdisciplinary initiatives

Teaching Focus:
We are particularly interested in candidates capable of teaching Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, though we welcome applicants with expertise in related subfields such as:

• Biotechnology
• Cell Biology
• Metabolic Research
• Forensic Science

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience integrating lab-based research, computational approaches, or fieldwork into the undergraduate curriculum
• Ability to teach a variety of foundational and specialized biology courses that align with departmental needs

Key Responsibilities:

• First and foremost, deliver high-quality instruction in Biology at the undergraduate level
• Additionally, demonstrate teaching effectiveness and excellence
• Furthermore, maintain active scholarship and research productivity
• Moreover, contribute to curriculum development and interdisciplinary initiatives
• In addition, provide student advising and academic support
• Furthermore, participate in service activities at the department, school, and community levels

Compensation & Benefits:
The compensation package for this position is competitive and is based on the expatriate model. Benefits include:

• Tax-exempt basic salary
• Housing allowance
• Annual two-way airfare
• Health and life insurance
• Professional memberships
• Conference attendance expenses
• Assistance with children’s tuition
• Additional components

Application Requirements:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through AUD’s Recruitment Portal, where they can create their profiles and provide the necessary documents:

• First, a cover letter
• Second, an updated CV
• Third, a statement of teaching philosophy
• Fourth, contact information of three (3) academic/professional references

Important Dates:

• Position: Fall 2026 start
• Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled

Location:
Dubai, United Arab Emirates