Job Description

The Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (CPE) at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites application for a full-time faculty position in Petroleum Engineering at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. Recognized for its academic excellence, the UAEU consistently ranks among the top universities in the region. All engineering programs, including the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) and The Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE. The successful candidate is expected to teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses, establish a productive research and secure research funds internally and externally, supervise M.Sc. and PhD students, and participate in committees at the Department, College and University levels. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering with a strong track record in research. To apply for this position, interested candidates should submit, as a single PDF document, a letter of application, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and contact information for at least three professional references through the Jobs@UAEU page (https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/search.jsp) For further information, please contact Head of the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department, Prof. Sulaiman Al-Zuhair (s.alzuhair@uaeu.ac.ae@uaeu.ac.ae).

Minimum Qualification

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Petroleum Engineering. The ability to teach undergraduate courses is a must. Industrial and professional experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualification

1. A good publication record in reputable journals
2. Ability to secure research funds, both internally and externally
3. Ability to develop and effectively teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses
4. Strong communication skills

Expected Skills/Rank/Experience  

Special Instructions to Applicant  

Division College of Engineering - (COE)
Department Chemical & Petroleum - (COE)
Job Close Date open until filled
Job Category Academic - Faculty