Assistant/Associate Professor Computer Science | AUE Dubai

Job Description

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Computer Science within the College of Engineering and Technology for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching, student project supervision, research, curriculum development, academic advising, accreditation activities, and wider College and University service.

Employer: American University in the Emirates
College: College of Engineering and Technology
Location: Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full Time
Academic Year: 2026–2027
Academic Rank: Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
Field: Computer Science

Computer Science Professor Dubai – Position Overview

The College of Engineering and Technology is seeking academics with expertise in Computer Science and related computing disciplines.

The successful candidate will contribute to:

• Undergraduate teaching.
• Student project supervision.
• Academic advising.
• Scholarly research.
• Curriculum development.
• Accreditation.
• College and University service.

Teaching Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science and related computing disciplines.

Teaching areas may include:

• Information Systems.
• Database Systems.
• Data Analytics.
• IT Strategy and Governance.
• Enterprise Technologies.
• Business Intelligence.

Faculty members will also contribute to the development and delivery of specialised courses aligned with academic objectives and evolving industry requirements.

Student Mentorship and Project Supervision

The successful candidate will support students academically and professionally.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising undergraduate capstone projects.
• Supervising graduation projects.
• Providing academic advising.
• Guiding students during professional internships.
• Supporting student academic progression.

Research and Scholarly Activity

The faculty member will maintain an active research agenda.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting scholarly research.
• Publishing in reputable peer-reviewed international journals.
• Publishing in relevant academic conferences.
• Pursuing external research funding.
• Contributing to emerging research areas.

Relevant research areas may include:

• Computer Science.
• Information Technology.
• Information Systems.
• Business and industry applications of computing.

Applicants should demonstrate a strong research and publication record.

Curriculum and Academic Service

The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development of academic programmes.

Responsibilities include:

• Curriculum development.
• Continuous programme improvement.
• Academic advising.
• Programme assessment.
• Accreditation activities.
• College service.
• University service.
• Other academic and administrative responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold a:

• PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.

Teaching Experience

Candidates should demonstrate:

• At least three years of post-PhD teaching experience at university level.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence.
• Strong commitment to student engagement.

Research Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A strong research and publication record.
• Publications in reputable peer-reviewed international journals.
• Relevant conference publications.
• Ability to supervise undergraduate research.
• Ability to supervise capstone projects.

Technical Expertise

Candidates should demonstrate expertise in Computer Science and related computing disciplines, particularly in areas such as:

• Information Systems.
• Database Technologies.
• Data Analytics.
• Enterprise Computing.

Accreditation and Academic Quality

The successful candidate should be able to contribute to:

• Academic accreditation.
• Quality assurance.
• Curriculum improvement.
• Programme assessment.
• Continuous programme development.

Communication and Academic Environment

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural academic environment.

Language Requirements

Candidates must be:

• Fluent in English.

In addition:

• Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Preferred Professional or Industry Experience

Professional or industry experience is preferred in areas such as:

• Software Development.
• Enterprise Systems.
• IT Management.
• Business Analytics.
• Digital Transformation.

Relevant professional certifications in areas such as:

• Computing.
• IT Management.
• Project Management.
• Enterprise Technologies.

are also considered an advantage.

About the American University in the Emirates

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) is located in Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

AUE includes eight colleges:

• College of Law.
• College of Education.
• College of Design.
• College of Business Administration.
• College of Media and Mass Communication.
• College of Health Sciences.
• College of Engineering and Technology.
• College of Security and Strategic Studies.

According to the University’s vacancy information, AUE is accredited by SACSCOC – the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

AUE also states that it is officially licensed as a higher-education institution and that its programmes are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Engineering and Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Location

American University in the Emirates
Dubai International Academic City
Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Important Note on Academic Rank

The general introductory section of the vacancy mentions faculty positions at the Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor levels.

However, the specific position title and Position Overview identify this vacancy as being at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank.

For accuracy, this AAJ listing therefore uses Assistant Professor / Associate Professor.

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	American University in the Emirates
College	College of Engineering and Technology
Location	Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, UAE
Employment Type	Full Time
Academic Rank	Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
Field	Computer Science
Academic Year	2026–2027
Required Qualification	PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, or closely related field
Teaching Experience	At least 3 years of post-PhD university teaching
Key Teaching Areas	Information Systems, Database Systems, Data Analytics, IT Strategy and Governance, Enterprise Technologies, Business Intelligence
Language	English required; Arabic is an advantage
Industry Experience	Software development, enterprise systems, IT management, business analytics or digital transformation preferred
Application Deadline	Not stated