Faculty Position in Arabic Studies | College of Arts & Sciences

Position OverviewPosition in Arabic Studies: The Department of Arabic and Translation Studies at American University of Sharjah invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026, subject to budgetary approval.Core Responsibilities: Teach entry‑level Arabic heritage classes, offer courses on the history, culture and society of the United Arab Emirates, integrate new technologies in teaching and research, and participate in course and program design/development.QualificationsEducation: PhD in Arabic Studies, Arabic Literature or allied areas.Teaching: Proven ability to teach at the undergraduate level in Arabic and/or English, with a strong scholarly record or potential.Native or near‑native proficiency in Arabic and English. Preference for candidates who can teach in both languages.Familiarity with western models of higher education is preferred.Application ProcessSubmit your CV, a list of three referees, a cover letter outlining your areas of expertise, teaching philosophy, research interests and how you fit with the position. Documents should be in PDF format and submitted through https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=ATS-26-01 by November 30, 2025.Additional information may be requested. Online interviews will take place on a rolling basis.ContactContact the department at with any questions about the position, American University of Sharjah or expatriate life in the UAE.#J-18808-Ljbffr