Assistant Professor of Physics – American University of Sharjah

Job Description

The Physics Professor UAE opportunity at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) is a full-time faculty position within the Department of Physics. AUS primarily seeks candidates at the Assistant Professor level, although appointment at a higher rank may be considered in exceptional cases.

The position is based in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, with an expected start date of August 2027.

Posting Date: September 28, 2026
Application Deadline: December 15, 2026
Expected Start Date: August 2027

For full consideration, candidates should submit their applications by December 15, 2026.

Physics Professor UAE – Position Overview

The Department of Physics invites applications from candidates with strong research potential across physics and related disciplines.

The successful candidate will contribute to research, teaching, student supervision, external grant activity, and academic service. In addition, the appointee will help strengthen national and international research collaborations.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, Materials Science, or a closely related field by the start date.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• A strong and active research record.
• High-quality scholarly publications.
• Clear potential for sustained contributions to their field.
• Excellence in teaching.
• Ability to teach effectively across different levels of the physics curriculum.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Capacity to establish and sustain an independent research programme.

Moreover, experience in North American-style higher education is highly desirable.

Experience collaborating with industry on applied physics-related projects is also highly desirable.

Research Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to establish an active and externally visible research programme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting original research.
• Publishing high-quality scholarly work.
• Supervising undergraduate and/or graduate researchers.
• Pursuing competitive research funding.
• Securing research grants.
• Developing national research collaborations.
• Building international research partnerships.
• Engaging with industry where appropriate.

Therefore, candidates who combine strong academic research with applied or interdisciplinary experience may be particularly well positioned for the role.

Teaching Responsibilities

Alongside research, the successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

The Department expects the appointee to:

• Teach effectively across different levels of the physics curriculum.
• Contribute to the academic development of students.
• Support undergraduate and graduate learning.
• Participate in departmental, College, and University service.

Strong communication skills in English are essential because English is the language of instruction.

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About the Department of Physics

The Department of Physics at AUS offers:

• Bachelor of Science in Physics.
• Minor in Applied Physics.

In addition, the Department provides service and general-education physics courses to students across science, engineering, and non-science disciplines.

At graduate level, Physics faculty contribute to the interdisciplinary PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, which AUS offers in collaboration with the College of Engineering and the College of Architecture, Art and Design.

The Department currently includes 14 full-time faculty members conducting original research across a broad range of physics disciplines.

Faculty members also:

• Supervise undergraduate research.
• Supervise graduate research.
• Participate in interdisciplinary projects.
• Develop international research collaborations.

About American University of Sharjah

American University of Sharjah is an independent, non-profit, coeducational university operating within an American-style higher education model.

AUS has more than 6,000 students representing over 100 nationalities. Consequently, faculty work within a highly diverse and internationally oriented academic environment.

The university is located in Sharjah’s University City, next to the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park. This location provides opportunities for interdisciplinary research and engagement with the UAE’s expanding innovation ecosystem.

AUS states that successful faculty candidates receive a salary commensurate with experience. In addition, benefits include:

• Free housing.
• Paid utilities.
• Other applicable faculty benefits.

AUS is licensed and its programmes are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Furthermore, the university has held accreditation in the United States from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education since June 2004.

Application Requirements

Applicants should prepare two PDF files.

First PDF

The first file should include:

• Cover letter.
• Teaching statement.
• Research statement.

Second PDF

The second file should include:

• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.

The referees should be able to provide letters addressing the candidate’s research abilities. In addition, at least one reference should specifically comment on the applicant’s teaching abilities.

Application Deadline for the Physics Professor UAE Position

Applications should be submitted by:

December 15, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants should verify all vacancy details and application requirements through the official American University of Sharjah recruitment page before applying.