Assistant/Associate Professor - Computing and Applied Technology

Description

The Computing and Applied Technology department of Zayed University seeks qualified candidates to fill multiple full-time, multi-year faculty positions beginning Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. These positions are for the ranks of assistant professor and associate professor in the following areas: Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Computer Networking, Software Development, Interactive Multimedia Technologies, and other related fields. 

The College of Technological Innovation (CTI) seeks to produce graduates recognized by business, government, and educational institutions in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Gulf Region, and the rest of the world. It also seeks to develop a strong applied research capacity in emerging technologies directed towards meeting the ICT needs of the UAE and Gulf region. The CTI academic programs are practical, competency-based, and designed to prepare students for successful careers as Information Technology professionals.

At the undergraduate level, CTI offers two bachelor’s degrees: Information Systems and Technology Management and Information Technology.  At the graduate level, CTI offers two Master’s degrees: Information Technology (Cybersecurity) and Information Systems Management (Digital Transformation). Currently, CTI has 60 full-time faculty and 1300 students (male and female) seeking majors in the College on its Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses.

About Zayed University

Are you passionate about higher education and committed to fostering teaching, research, and service excellence? Do you aspire to be part of a vibrant, diverse academic environment that values innovation, collaboration, and academic and research excellence? If so, Zayed University invites you to explore exciting faculty opportunities that will allow you to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of leaders.

We offer comprehensive compensation packages that include a tax-free basic salary and housing allowance and a range of benefits for yourself and eligible dependents, including education allowance, annual flights, health insurance and an employee assistance program, subject to eligibility and limits as per ZU policies.

Discover your potential. Inspire the next generation. Join us at Zayed University.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a Ph.D. from an internationally accredited university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber-security, or a closely related discipline specializing in one of the abovementioned areas that is, or can be, recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education. 

The candidate should demonstrate an established excellent research record, potential to publish in leading academic journals, and a commitment to effective, high-quality teaching and service.

Recent Ph.D. graduates can be considered if they demonstrate a potential for excellence in teaching and research.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants are required to upload the following:

• CV
• Cover letter (maximum 2 pages).
• Contact details of 3 references (referees people will be contacted to upload their reference via Interfolio once the candidate passes the initial interview process). Include 1) Name, 2) Position, 3) Organization, 4) Email address.
• A scanned copy of your highest degree diploma/certificate.
• A scanned copy of your master's diploma/certificate and transcript (if applicable).
• Your most recent 2 semesters of student evaluations of your teaching
• One representative research publication or another writing sample.

Interview & Selection Process

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial interview. Positions will remain open until filled.

Please note that Zayed University hires at current rank.