Assistant Professor English – AUD, Dubai

Job Description

Assistant/Associate Professor of English – American University in Dubai (AUD), Fall 2026

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Institution: American University in Dubai (AUD) | School: School of Arts and Sciences | Center: Center for English Proficiency (CfEP) | Start Date: Fall 2026

About the Assistant Professor of English Role

The School of Arts and Sciences at the American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of English, to begin teaching in Fall 2026.

The successful candidate will have primary teaching responsibilities in the Center for English Proficiency (CfEP), particularly within the English Bridge Program, which supports undergraduate students in developing the academic English skills necessary for success in university coursework.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate should have:

• A Ph.D. or Ed.D. in English, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL), Applied Linguistics-ELT, or a closely related field, from a Western-accredited institution at the time of appointment
• Demonstrated experience teaching ESL, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), or academic English to university-level students, or TEFL/CELTA certification
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills
• The ability to work as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic qualifications and/or specialization in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or English for Academic Purposes
• Academic qualification and/or specialization in teaching Composition
• Experience tutoring in a Writing Center

Expectations

Candidates will have evidence of successful teaching experience, or must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness and excellence at the undergraduate level. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the selected candidate will contribute to curriculum development, student mentoring, and assessment initiatives within the Center for English Proficiency. Additionally, candidates are expected to meet standards for professional scholarship and assist in curriculum development and other service to the department, school, and community.

Compensation

The compensation package for this position is competitive and based on the expatriate model. In addition to a tax-exempt basic salary, it includes a housing allowance, annual two-way airfare, health/life insurance, professional memberships, conference attendance expenses, assistance with children’s tuition, and other components.

About American University in Dubai

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

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted and evaluated until this position is filled.

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

• Cover letter
• Updated CV
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three academic/professional references

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