Job Description

Associate or Full Professor of Pediatrics – United Arab Emirates University, UAE

The Department of Pediatrics at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS), United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a full-time, permanent faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor of Pediatrics, with an expected start date of August 2027.

This senior academic appointment combines undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, consultant-level clinical practice, research, and academic leadership.

UAEU welcomes outstanding academic paediatricians from a broad range of subspecialties, including Paediatric Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, and Cardiology.

The successful candidate will contribute to medical education, provide consultant-level clinical services at affiliated teaching hospitals subject to credentialing and licensure, conduct and develop collaborative research, supervise students, and participate in academic leadership and institutional service.

Applicants must hold an MD, MBBS, or equivalent medical degree, a recognised postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics, and meet the eligibility requirements for consultant-level professional licensure in the UAE.

Institution: United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
College: College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS)
Department: Pediatrics
Academic Ranks: Associate Professor or Full Professor
Location: Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Expected Start Date: August 2027
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

About United Arab Emirates University

United Arab Emirates University is the UAE’s flagship national university, committed to excellence in education, research, innovation, and service to society.

The College of Medicine and Health Sciences provides an academic environment supporting medical education, interdisciplinary research, postgraduate development, and collaboration with affiliated teaching hospitals and healthcare institutions.

Located in Al Ain, within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAEU offers opportunities for academic medical practice, international collaboration, and engagement with healthcare and research partners.

The University describes Al Ain as a safe, family-oriented university city.

Professor of Pediatrics at UAEU – Position Overview

The Department of Pediatrics seeks an established academic paediatrician capable of contributing to the College’s clinical, educational, and research missions.

The appointment is available at either Associate Professor or Full Professor rank, depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience, and academic achievements.

The position combines four principal areas of responsibility:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.
• Consultant-level paediatric clinical care.
• Research, publications, and research funding.
• Academic leadership, mentorship, and institutional service.

Candidates should demonstrate an established record of academic achievement appropriate to a senior faculty appointment.

Eligible Paediatric Subspecialties

Applications are welcomed from academic paediatricians across subspecialties.

Areas specifically identified in the advertisement include:

Paediatric Gastroenterology

Candidates specialising in gastrointestinal and related disorders affecting children are encouraged to apply.

Paediatric Pulmonology

The Department welcomes academic paediatricians specialising in respiratory medicine.

Paediatric Nephrology

Applicants with expertise in paediatric kidney diseases and related clinical care are eligible for consideration.

Paediatric Endocrinology

Academic specialists in paediatric endocrine disorders are also welcomed.

Paediatric Cardiology

Candidates specialising in paediatric cardiovascular medicine are among those encouraged to apply.

These subspecialties are examples rather than an exhaustive eligibility list.

Outstanding academic paediatricians from other subspecialties may also apply.

Key Responsibilities

1. Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education

The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality medical education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching medical students.
• Conducting student assessment.
• Contributing to curriculum development.
• Supporting undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.
• Mentoring students.
• Supervising research activities.

The position requires experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate medical education.

Previous involvement in curriculum design, course leadership, assessment, and medical education quality assurance is particularly desirable.

2. Consultant-Level Clinical Practice

The appointed faculty member will provide consultant-level paediatric clinical services at affiliated teaching hospitals.

Clinical responsibilities include:

• Inpatient clinical care.
• Outpatient clinical services.
• On-call clinical duties.
• Clinical practice appropriate to the successful candidate’s specialist expertise.

Clinical responsibilities are subject to applicable hospital credentialing and UAE professional licensure requirements.

Eligibility to obtain consultant-level licensure is mandatory; the advertisement does not state that applicants must already hold an active UAE consultant licence at the time of application.

3. Research and Scholarly Publications

The successful candidate will contribute to the Department’s research activities and develop collaborative research programmes.

Research responsibilities include:

• Conducting high-quality academic and clinical research.
• Developing and sustaining an active research programme.
• Publishing findings in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
• Participating in collaborative and interdisciplinary research.
• Pursuing internal and/or external research funding.
• Contributing to the University’s research development.

Applicants must demonstrate a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and an active research profile.

A sustained record of competitive research funding and research leadership is particularly desirable.

4. Research Supervision and Mentorship

The appointed faculty member will contribute to student mentorship and research supervision.

This includes supporting students’ research development and contributing to the College’s academic and postgraduate activities.

5. Curriculum Development and Academic Quality

The successful candidate will participate in medical curriculum development and academic improvement.

Experience in the following areas is particularly valued:

• Curriculum design.
• Course leadership.
• Student assessment.
• Medical education quality assurance.
• International medical education standards.
• Accreditation processes.

Familiarity with medical licensing examinations, including the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), Canadian qualifying examinations, or equivalent systems, is desirable.

6. Academic Leadership and Institutional Service

The position includes active participation in departmental, College, and University service.

Candidates should demonstrate the capacity to contribute to academic leadership, mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and institutional development.

The appointed faculty member will be expected to support the continued growth of UAEU.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements.

Medical Degree

Candidates must hold one of the following:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD).
• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).
• An equivalent medical degree.

Postgraduate Qualification in Pediatrics

Applicants must hold a recognised postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics.

Relevant subspecialty training is also required where applicable.

The advertisement does not restrict eligible applicants to a single paediatric subspecialty.

Academic Rank Eligibility

Candidates must meet UAEU’s academic appointment criteria for either:

• Associate Professor; or
• Full Professor.

Applicants should demonstrate academic achievements appropriate to the rank for which they are considered.

The advertisement does not provide separate numerical publication, experience, or citation thresholds for each rank.

Consultant-Level Licensure Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to obtain consultant-level professional licensure in the United Arab Emirates.

This is a mandatory qualification.

Clinical practice at affiliated teaching hospitals will remain subject to the relevant credentialing and licensure requirements.

Medical Education Experience

Candidates must demonstrate experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate medical education.

Research Record

Applicants must possess:

• A strong record of peer-reviewed publications.
• An active research profile.

The position also expects demonstrated capability to develop and sustain research supported by internal and/or external funding.

Preferred Qualifications

International Specialist or Fellowship Certification

Preference will be given to candidates holding a fellowship, board certification, or equivalent specialist certification from:

• North America.
• Europe.
• Australia or New Zealand.
• The United Kingdom.

These qualifications are preferred rather than universally mandatory.

Applicants must nevertheless meet the minimum postgraduate qualification and UAE consultant licensure eligibility requirements.

Competitive Research Funding

A sustained record of securing competitive research funding and demonstrating research leadership is desirable.

Medical Curriculum Development

Experience in curriculum design, course leadership, student assessment, and medical education quality assurance is preferred.

International Medical Education Standards

Familiarity with international medical education standards, accreditation procedures, and licensing examinations is advantageous.

Relevant examination systems include:

• USMLE.
• Canadian qualifying examinations.
• Equivalent international medical licensing or qualifying systems.

Familiarity with these systems is preferred; the advertisement does not require applicants to have personally passed all of these examinations.

Academic Leadership and Collaboration

Candidates with demonstrated experience in academic leadership, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration are particularly encouraged.

Expected Academic and Professional Skills

Applicants should demonstrate an established record of academic achievement appropriate for Associate Professor or Full Professor appointment.

The successful candidate is expected to possess:

• Strong medical teaching and student assessment capabilities.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• An established research and publication record.
• The ability to develop and sustain funded research.
• Capacity for collaborative and interdisciplinary research.
• Experience in mentorship and academic administration.
• Academic leadership capabilities appropriate to a senior faculty appointment.

Academic Rank and Appointment Conditions

The vacancy is open at two academic ranks.

Associate Professor of Pediatrics

Applicants eligible for appointment at Associate Professor rank under UAEU’s academic criteria will be considered.

Full Professor of Pediatrics

Candidates whose qualifications, experience, and academic achievements satisfy the University’s criteria for Full Professor may also apply.

The position is explicitly described as full-time and permanent.

However, the advertisement does not separately identify the appointment as tenure-track or tenured.

The expected commencement date is August 2027.

Clinical and Research Environment

The College of Medicine and Health Sciences offers opportunities for collaboration with affiliated teaching hospitals, healthcare institutions, and academic researchers.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to both academic and clinical activities.

Clinical responsibilities will be subject to appropriate professional licensure and institutional credentialing.

In addition, the University encourages collaborative research and the pursuit of competitive research funding.

Salary and Benefits

The advertisement does not specify:

• Salary or salary range.
• Housing allowance.
• Relocation allowance.
• Education allowance for dependants.
• Healthcare or insurance benefits.
• Exact clinical workload.
• Numerical teaching load.

Applicants should confirm employment and benefits details through the official recruitment process.

Application Deadline

31 December 2026

Applicants are instructed to submit their applications before the closing date.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should consult the official United Arab Emirates University recruitment portal and locate the Associate/Full Professor of Pediatrics vacancy.

UAEU Recruitment Portal: https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/

Applicants should follow the instructions provided in the position-specific online listing.

The supplied advertisement does not identify a separate list of required application documents or a direct vacancy-specific application URL.

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
College	College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS)
Department	Pediatrics
Location	Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Title	Associate/Full Professor of Pediatrics
Academic Ranks	Associate Professor, Full Professor
Employment Type	Full-time, permanent
Primary Discipline	Pediatrics
Eligible Subspecialties	Paediatric Gastroenterology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, and other subspecialties
Minimum Medical Qualification	MD, MBBS, or equivalent
Postgraduate Qualification	Recognised qualification in Pediatrics
Subspecialty Training	Required where applicable
Academic Rank Eligibility	Must meet UAEU Associate Professor or Professor criteria
Clinical Licensure	Eligibility for UAE consultant-level professional licensure required
Clinical Responsibilities	Consultant-level inpatient, outpatient, and on-call care, subject to credentialing and licensure
Teaching	Undergraduate and postgraduate medical education
Medical Education Experience	Required
Research Requirements	Strong peer-reviewed publication record and active research profile
Research Funding	Ability to sustain funded research expected
Preferred Research Experience	Sustained competitive funding and research leadership
Preferred Certification	Fellowship, board certification, or equivalent from specified international regions
Curriculum Development	Expected; previous experience preferred
Student Assessment	Required responsibility
Student Mentorship	Expected
Research Supervision	Expected
Academic Leadership	Expected; demonstrated leadership preferred
Medical Education Standards	International accreditation and licensing examination familiarity preferred
Minimum Years of Experience	Not specified
Salary and Benefits	Not specified
Tenure Status	Not specified
Expected Start Date	August 2027
Application Deadline	31 December 2026
Application Documents	Not specified in supplied advertisement
Recruitment Portal	https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/