Faculty Communication Creative Industries – CUD Dubai

Job Description

Faculty Positions in Communication and Creative Industries – Canadian University Dubai (CUD)

Location: City Walk, Al Wasl Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Institution: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) | School: School of Communication and Creative Industries | Job Category: Faculty | Job Schedule: Full-Time | Degree Level: Ph.D. | Posting Date: July 6, 2026 | Apply Before: July 30, 2026

Job Description

Canadian University Dubai invites applications for full-time Faculty positions in Communication and Creative Industries, within the School of Communication and Creative Industries. The School seeks research-active academics with strong teaching capability, relevant professional or industry engagement, and the ability to contribute to the continued development of undergraduate programmes and future graduate offerings.

Applications are invited for the following areas:

• Public Relations
• Digital Media and Journalism
• Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communications
• Creative Industries

Multiple appointments may be made across these areas. Appointments will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on qualifications, academic record, teaching experience, research profile, and institutional needs. Preference will be given to candidates at Associate Professor or Professor level.

The Role

The successful candidates will teach undergraduate courses across the School’s programmes, including the BA in Communication with concentrations in Public Relations, Digital Media and Journalism, and Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communications, as well as courses related to Creative Industries.

Faculty members will be expected to contribute to curriculum development, student advising, research and scholarly activity, programme quality enhancement, accreditation readiness, industry engagement, and service to the School and University. Candidates should also be able to support the School’s strategic priorities, including the development of graduate-level programmes in communication and related fields.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidates will:

• Teach undergraduate courses in their area of specialisation
• Contribute to the development and review of curricula, course materials, assessments, and learning outcomes
• Maintain an active research agenda with evidence of scholarly productivity
• Support student advising, mentoring, and supervision of student projects
• Contribute to programme development, accreditation requirements, and quality assurance activities
• Participate in School, faculty, and university committees
• Support industry engagement, professional partnerships, and applied learning opportunities
• Contribute to a collegial, inclusive, and professionally engaged academic environment

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• A Ph.D. from an accredited university in Communication, Media Studies, Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Creative Industries, Digital Media, or a closely related field
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience in higher education
• Evidence of research activity and a clear scholarly agenda
• Ability to teach across undergraduate courses in one or more of the advertised areas
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Commitment to student-centred teaching, academic advising, and institutional service

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• A record of publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals
• Experience teaching or supervising at graduate level
• Relevant industry or professional experience in communication, media, journalism, advertising, public relations, digital production, or creative industries
• Experience in curriculum development, accreditation, programme review, or quality assurance
• Evidence of successful student engagement, applied learning, industry partnerships, or media production projects
• Ability to teach across more than one specialisation

Areas of Specialisation

Candidates may have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Public relations and strategic communication
• Corporate communication
• Digital media and journalism
• Multimedia storytelling
• Advertising and integrated marketing communications
• Creative advertising and copywriting
• Media production and digital content creation
• Creative industries management
• Social media, branding, and audience engagement
• Communication research methods
• Media ethics, media literacy, and emerging communication technologies

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• A cover letter indicating the area of specialisation
• A detailed curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A brief research statement
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, where available
• Sample publications or portfolio links, where relevant
• Names and contact details of three professional referees

Review of applications will begin immediately. The closing date for applications is June 6, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Why Join CUD?

Canadian University Dubai offers an attractive academic environment in the heart of Dubai, combining Canadian educational values with the energy and opportunity of the UAE’s higher education sector. Faculty members join a diverse, international university community with a strong institutional focus on academic excellence, innovation, inclusion, and student success.

Eligible employees enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Generous academic annual leave
• Tax-free salary
• Housing allowance
• Annual flights for self, spouse, and dependent children
• Children’s education allowance
• Relocation/shipping allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• International health insurance
• In-house visa and relocation support services
• Full access to campus facilities
• Research and innovation funding support

Equal Opportunity

Canadian University Dubai is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive academic environment. We welcome applications from qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds who can contribute to the continued growth and excellence of the University.

About Us

Established in 2006, CUD is one of the most promising universities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asian region. It is QS-ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world, the #1 university in Dubai, and 21st in the Arab region according to the QS Arab Region Rankings 2025.

The expanded City Walk campus hosts state-of-the-art amenities focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity, featuring laboratories, research facilities, media studios, high-tech classrooms, a multipurpose theatre, a gymnasium, a student centre, and plenty of dining and entertainment options.

With the world’s fastest-growing population, Dubai is home to an exciting, diverse, multicultural blend of young, dynamic professionals, all drawn to the Emirate for its unrivalled lifestyle and outstanding employment prospects.

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