Faculty Member Sociology – University of Fujairah

Job Description

Faculty Member – Sociology, College of Arts and Humanities, University of Fujairah

Location: Fujairah, United Arab Emirates | Institution: University of Fujairah (UOF) | College: Arts and Humanities | Department: Sociology and Social Work | Reports to: Dean of the College | Deadline: August 23, 2026

Summary of Functions

The Faculty Member in Sociology contributes to achieving the mission of the department, college, and university by delivering high-quality teaching, producing impactful research, supervising postgraduate students, engaging in community service, and supporting quality assurance and academic accreditation processes in alignment with UAE standards (MOHESR / CAA).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Sociology
• Deliver instruction in both Arabic and English
• Design and develop courses aligned with QFEmirates
• Develop Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) aligned with Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
• Apply innovative teaching strategies that promote critical thinking and social analysis
• Develop assessment tools aligned with constructive alignment principles
• Participate in curriculum development and program review
• Conduct and publish research in peer-reviewed indexed journals
• Contribute to the research agenda of the department and college
• Secure research funding (internal and external)
• Participate in academic conferences and seminars
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects
• Supervise master’s theses and provide academic advising
• Participate in thesis defense committees
• Support students’ research and publication skills
• Contribute to program documentation aligned with CAA and MOHESR
• Participate in Assessment of Learning (AoL)
• Prepare and review academic quality reports (Course, Program, AoL)
• Support accreditation and continuous improvement processes
• Participate in community engagement activities
• Provide consultancy to government and community institutions
• Organize and participate in workshops and seminars

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. in Sociology from an accredited university
• Strong research record with publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Proven experience supervising postgraduate students
• Experience in university teaching
• Proficiency in teaching in both Arabic and English
• Experience in academic accreditation and quality assurance processes
• Experience in curriculum design and learning outcomes assessment
• Experience in academic committees and institutional service

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced research and social analysis skills
• Ability to develop academic programs and curricula
• Strong teaching skills using modern educational technologies
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a multicultural environment
• Ability to contribute to achieving the university’s strategic goals
• Strong knowledge of accreditation standards (CAA / QFEmirates)

Job Summary

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