Dean, College of Law

Job Ad for the Dean, College of Law AY 24-25

Abu Dhabi University is a multi-campus institution with locations in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Dubai, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees across five colleges: Arts and Science, Engineering, Business, Health Sciences, and Law. We are proud to be accredited locally by the UAE’s Commission for Academic Accreditation and internationally by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Many of our programs also hold prestigious professional accreditations, including RIBA, ABET, and APHEA, with our College of Business being among the top 2% of business schools worldwide holding both AACSB and EQUIS accreditations.

Over the past five years, we have achieved remarkable milestones, celebrating 20 years of excellence and shaping the future of our students. Our student outcomes have improved, our research profile has grown, and we’ve expanded our campuses. We’ve established a strong external engagement through partnerships and collaborations with leading universities, as well as new connections with governmental, charitable, and corporate sectors. Our community ethos continues to strengthen as we work closely with students and colleagues to shape our university's future.

Ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, and among the top three in the UAE, Abu Dhabi University is committed to maintaining world-class distinction in student experience, teaching, and knowledge creation. The Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings 2024 also positioned our College of Business among the top 200 globally, ranked 101-125 overall, and number one in business and economics in the UAE and the Arab region. We look forward to welcoming new leaders who share our ambition and vision for continued growth and success.

SECTION 1: JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to provide innovative, strategic and operational leadership that leverages best practices and models to implement the most effective strategies in the Arabic-language programs of the College of Law at ADU. A key objective of this post is to develop further the academic integrity, effectiveness and reputation of ADU, with a particular focus on Law programs. This is a senior academic leadership role providing leadership and management of educational program delivery, quality assurance, quality improvement, enrolment management, and client relations in the College of Law.

SECTION II: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership, Strategic and Financial Planning

• Coordinates the development, growth and sustainability, both academically and managerially, of academic programs within the College. Oversees the development of course curriculum and assessment tools to ensure compliance with ADU policies and accreditation at the national and international levels. Participates in the development of strategic plans, priorities and objectives at both the College and University levels; ensures the effective implementation of policies and procedures within all academic programs. Leads in the recruitment and selection of faculty and staff, and ensures the effective management and development of faculty and staff. Oversees all personnel matters involving academic and non-academic employees including recruitment, appointment, termination and dismissal, evaluation, promotion and merit; and the preparation and approval(s) of faculty workload plans and professional development plans. Ensures cost effective delivery of programs and courses. Supports faculty, course coordinators, department chairs and/or Associate Deans by providing clear leadership and guidance. Documents curriculum changes associated with all CAA and ADEK approved curricula within the college. Leads the college in securing accreditation from relevant accreditation bodies and ensures maintenance of such accreditations. Promotes knowledge and understanding of legal trends, developments, and research findings externally to the community and internally throughout ADU. Supervises and ensures compliance with policies and procedures of relevance to the College. Establishes strong links with external agencies, government and business in the fields related to the College. Regularly reviews program feasibility. Reviews and approves student examinations and assessment tools. Oversees committee meeting and activities and chairs most College meetings.

Marketing & Enrolment Management

• Develop, implement and evaluate a College Enrolment Plan. Plan, implement and oversee a college retention strategy for current students. Advertise the college activities on various portals to publicize the courses and programs offered at the college. Develop and coordinate recruitment activities with the University and organize and attend information sessions.

Financial and Strategic Planning

• Participates actively in supporting ADU’s Strategic Plan at the College and University levels. Ensure the financial feasibility of the College and its constituent programs. Develop college action plan, implementation strategies and continuous improvement feedback mechanism. Manages the budget for the colleges.

Reporting and Accreditation

• Write reports for the CAA and other relevant accreditation bodies.

SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Minimum educational qualifications required for the role:

• Research Doctorate from an Internationally accredited HE institution in a Law-related discipline in Arabic (preferably top 200 with AACSB or EQUIS accreditation).

Minimum Years and nature of relevant experience Required

• 4 years of experience as Department Chair (or higher) or as an Associate Dean in an internationally accredited school of law.

Language Skills

• English
• Arabic, preferred but not required

Special Skills and Abilities

• People skills, Leadership skills, excellence verbal and written Communication, Organization, and Strategic Planning.

Compensation:

A competitive tax-free compensation and benefits package will be offered to successful candidates including family health insurance, housing and school allowances.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should submit the following documents to:

recruitment@adu.ac.ae

1. Letter of Application addressing how your experience matches the position requirements.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Research Assistant. Please add the impact factor to your journal articles as well as the Scopus Quartile (found here https://www.scimagojr.com/journalrank.php?year=2018 Please also include a link to your Google scholar profile.
4. Teaching statement (philosophy and evaluation).
5. Copies of all education certificates presented in Curriculum vitae.
6. List of referees: names, titles, and contact information of at least three referees. Referees will only be contacted with applicants’ permission.

Please note that INCOMPLETE applications will be eliminated from the initial application screening.

In your email submission, the subject heading should be “Dean, College of Law. Application for [insert Rank] [insert discipline] – [insert your full name]”

Application Deadline: Application to be received by 30th November 2024.

Screening of applications will begin on 1^st December and continue until positions are filled.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Call: +971 2 501 5555

visit: www.adu.ac.ae