Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting | American University in Dubai

Job Description

The School of Business at the American University in Dubai (AUD) invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Accounting to begin teaching in Fall 2026. Therefore, this role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to teaching, 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 and located in the heart of Dubai. Furthermore, it serves UAE nationals and international students who seek world-class career-oriented education. Additionally, as an international, US-accredited institution of higher education, AUD encourages global understanding by providing an atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for international education.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will have a Doctorate degree in Accounting from a Western Accredited Institution at the time of appointment. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness and excellence at the undergraduate and MBA levels, active scholarship, a track record of professional development and research, student advising abilities, and service to the department, school, and community.

Required Qualifications:

• To begin with, candidates must have a Doctorate degree in Accounting from a Western Accredited Institution at the time of appointment
• Furthermore, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certification will be a major advantage
• Additionally, a demonstrated record of research publication and teaching excellence in the relevant field
• Moreover, the relevant professional designation or certification would be a major advantage
• Furthermore, experience in consulting for business organizations and industry will be an advantage
• Additionally, excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Finally, ability to be an active team player and a contributor to continuous improvement in the School of Business Administration

Key Responsibilities:

• First and foremost, deliver high-quality instruction in Accounting at undergraduate and MBA levels
• Additionally, demonstrate teaching effectiveness and excellence
• Furthermore, maintain active scholarship and research
• Moreover, provide student advising and academic support
• In addition, contribute to service activities at the department, school, and community levels
• Furthermore, support continuous improvement initiatives within the School of Business Administration

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

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