Assistant Professor in PR and Advertising | Abu Dhabi University | College of Communication

Job Description

Abu Dhabi University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in PR and Advertising to join the faculty. This full-time position involves teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students in public relations, advertising strategies, brand communication, and digital media campaigns.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will lead research and scholarly or creative industry-related outputs in their specialized area to enhance ADU’s profile and contribute to knowledge development within the local and international community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in PR, advertising strategies, brand communication, and digital media campaigns
• Ensure appropriate academic support and high-performance levels
• Lead research and scholarly outputs in specialized area
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous program improvement
• Use diverse pedagogical methods and instructional strategies
• Support students’ holistic development and achievement of learning outcomes
• Contribute to student assessment and academic advising
• Supervise applied projects
• Collaborate with industry partners to strengthen student employability
• Ensure program relevance and alignment with industry needs

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Public Relations, Advertising, Communication, or closely related field
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student success
• Active research agenda with potential for impact
• Collaborative spirit and dedication to service

About Abu Dhabi University:
Abu Dhabi University is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and preparing future communication professionals.

Location: Abu Dhabi Campus, United Arab Emirates