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Abu Dhabi University

Abu Dhabi University (ADU): A Global Hub of Excellence
Established in 2003, Abu Dhabi University caters to around 8,000 students across its campuses in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai and corporate programs. ADU stands as a beacon of academic prowess, excelling across various disciplines. Despite its relatively young age, ADU has swiftly become a world-class institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, student experience, research, and corporate education. Recognized as a leader in higher education, ADU consistently earns a place among the best institutions in the region.
ADU proudly holds the 1st position in the UAE for the teaching pillar, ranking among the top three universities in the country, with a global ranking of 300 (2024 THE Rankings). Additionally, ADU ranks 9th in the Arab Region (THE Arab University Rankings 2023). This acknowledgment reflects our unwavering commitment to providing a transformative educational experience.
Distinguished by prestigious international accreditations encompassing the entire institution, specific fields of provision, and individual programs, ADU’s commitment to meeting and exceeding global standards is a testament to its dedication to academic excellence.
Quality Education
ADU's commitment to quality education is evident in its recognition as the 1st position in the UAE for the teaching pillar, as per the 2024 THE Rankings. The institution ensures a world-class education, with ADU degrees being recognized globally.
ADU's College of Business has secured its position as the best business school in the UAE and the Arab Region, earning a global rank of 101-125 for Business and Economics Subjects in the 2024 THE World University Rankings by Subject. This recognition places ADU among the top 1% of business schools worldwide, boasting dual accreditation from AACSB and EQUIS.
Simultaneously, the College of Engineering at ADU has achieved eminence as the largest engineering program in the UAE, boasting state-of-the-art labs that have propelled it to the forefront of innovation. The College offers a dynamic program portfolio with ABET Accredited Programs, ensuring the highest standards of education and preparing students for impactful contributions to the engineering landscape. The College of Engineering stands as the exclusive host of the only RIBA validated Architecture Program in Abu Dhabi, further solidifying its status as a leader in architectural education and practice.
Quality Research
ADU's commitment to excellence extends beyond education to pioneering research that shapes the future. Our world-class faculty members are at the forefront of building the next generation of researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
The impact of ADU's research is profound, spanning various disciplines and designed to make a significant difference in society and the economy. A testament to our dedication is evident in the creation of 25 new patents, covering diverse fields such as sustainable energy, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in medical diagnostics, advancements in quantum computing, and the application of nanotechnology to enhance water filtration methods.
In the realm of research, ADU consistently excels. The Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings underline Abu Dhabi University's strengths, with more than 90% of all faculty publications being co-authored with esteemed international research partners. Garnering a global rank of 264 and securing the 2nd position in the UAE for research citations according to THE Rankings, ADU stands out as a beacon of quality research.
Most Employable Graduates
In the 2023-24 Times Higher Education Global Employability University Ranking, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has once again been recognized as the best in the UAE for graduate employability. It positions ADU at the top in the UAE, 2nd in the GCC, 3rd in the Arab region and 173th globally.
Diverse Community
With students from over 100 nationalities, ADU is ranked 14th globally according to the Times Higher Education Rankings for Highest Proportion of International Students. ADU ranks 2nd place in both the UAE and the MENA region and among the top 200 universities worldwide. 

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College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences

Department of Communication

Lecturer or Assistant Professor in Media Production, Full-time Faculty

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been dedicated to offering internationally benchmarked undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has become one of the region’s leading centers of academic excellence. We have a vibrant and cosmopolitan student population of around 6,000 students from over 60 nationalities enrolled in 32 undergraduate programs and 24 postgraduate programs, including our prestigious DBA. ADU is the only private higher education institution in the UAE and the region to receive international accreditation and institutional recognition from the “Western Association of Schools and Colleges: Senior College and University Commission – WSCUC”.

The College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (CAESS) provides general education courses for all undergraduate students, in addition to a portfolio of specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education and social sciences: BA in Psychology, BA in International Relations, BA in Mass Communication (Arabic and English), BA in Video Game Design, Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Teaching (English), Med in Educational Technologies and AI, MA in Digital Communication and Technology, MEd in Educational Leadership, Ph.D. in Education, and MA in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

The College of Arts, Education, and Social Sciences (CAESS) Abu Dhabi University seeks a candidate for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor in Media Production. The candidate should hold a PhD in a related area, be a bilingual who can teach in both our English and Arabic streams of the program and possess technical skills in video production and postproduction. The position begins in Winter. The successful candidate should be able to teach undergraduate courses such as:


	Introduction to Film - Short Film Production
	Introduction to Graphic Design - TV and Radio News
	Short Video Production - Digital Photography
	Video Editing and Visual Effects - Writing for Broadcast and New Media
	Screenwriting - Directing for Documentary
	Radio Production - Single & Multi Camera Production


Job Responsibilities:


	Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars.
	Consult and supervise student projects and research work.
	Mark and assess student work, assignments, projects, tests and examinations.
	Prepare, review and moderate examination questions and marking answer scripts.
	Develop subject teaching materials for the subjects the academic teaches.
	Participate in professional activities in the University/ community.
	Be a member of various committees.
	Carry out leadership roles in educational activities in their academic Department/ Centre.


Requirements:


	A PhD or a Terminal Degree in Mass Communication specializing in broadcasting, Media Production, New Media or any other relevant field.
	Demonstrated experience of working in the media industry.
	Strong research and publication record.
	Proficiency in video production and postproduction techniques such as photography, videography, video and audio editing using industry standard software such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Adobe Audition.
	Effective presentation skills, both theoretical and practical.
	Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic language.
	Familiarity with the new media technologies.


We thank all applicants for their interest in this vacancy. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The post is a full-time faculty position.

To apply for this position, please submit your application at: https://apps.adu.ac.ae/jobposting/1758104894364x701668398590853100


Canada

College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences

Department of Communication

Full-time Faculty

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been dedicated to offering internationally benchmarked undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has become one of the region’s leading centers of academic excellence. We have a vibrant and cosmopolitan student population of around 6,000 students from over 60 nationalities enrolled in 32 undergraduate programs and 24 postgraduate programs, including our prestigious DBA. ADU is the only private higher education institution in the UAE and the region to receive international accreditation and institutional recognition from the “Western Association of Schools and Colleges: Senior College and University Commission – WSCUC”.

The College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (CAESS) provides general education courses for all undergraduate students, in addition to a portfolio of specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education and social sciences: BA in Psychology, BA in International Relations, BA in Mass Communication (Arabic and English), BA in Video Game Design, Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Teaching (English), Med in Educational Technologies and AI, MA in Digital Communication and Technology, MEd in Educational Leadership, Ph.D. in Education, and MA in Applied Behavior Analysis.

The Department of Communication, within the College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences is recruiting:


	Instructor position in English


Job Requirements


	A Master’s in English Applied Linguistic/Language from a reputable university is required. The candidate must be a native speaker and must have an outstanding track record of their career, with expertise in one (or several) of the following areas: English Composition, Business Communication, Technical Writing, and other related fields.
	The candidates must have three (3) – five (5) years of teaching experience in Higher Education.
	Successful candidates are expected to teach at the undergraduate level. Candidates are also expected to have a strong research potential to be involved within one or more of the University’s research priority areas. Contribute to course development, and offer service to the college and the university.
	Must possess excellent communication skills and familiarity with the new teaching methods.


Review Process

Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applicants will be contacted only if you are selected for an interview.

Employment Type

Fulltime

Job Functions

Education, Training

We thank all applicants for their interest in this vacancy. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The post is a full-time faculty position.

To apply for this position, please submit your application on: https://apps.adu.ac.ae/jobposting/1758103838202x993890732798378000


Germany

College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences

Department of Mass Communication

Full-Time Faculty

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been dedicated to offering internationally benchmarked undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has become one of the region’s leading centers of academic excellence. We have a vibrant and cosmopolitan student population of around 6,000 students from over 60 nationalities enrolled in 32 undergraduate programs and 24 postgraduate programs, including our prestigious DBA. ADU is the only private higher education institution in the UAE and the region to receive international accreditation and institutional recognition from the “Western Association of Schools and Colleges: Senior College and University Commission – WSCUC”.

The College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (CAESS) provides general education courses for all undergraduate students, in addition to a portfolio of specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education and social sciences: BA in Psychology, BA in International Relations, BA in Mass Communication (Arabic and English), BA in Video Game Design, Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Teaching (English), Med in Educational Technologies and AI, MA in Digital Communication and Technology, MEd in Educational Leadership, Ph.D. in Education, and MA in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

The College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (CAESS) Abu Dhabi University seeks a candidate for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor in Strategic Communication.  The candidate should hold a PhD in a related area, be a bilingual who can teach in both our English and Arabic streams of the program and possess technical skills in web and visual design. The position begins in Winter 2025. The successful candidate should be able to teach undergraduate courses such as:


	Principles of Strategic Public Relations - Communication Strategy in Advertising
	Organizational Communication - Writing for PR
	PR Protocol and Etiquette - Introduction to Graphic Design
	Social Media Management - Integrated Communication Campaign
	Public Relations Campaigns - Theories of Mass Communication
	Mass Media Ethics and Responsibilities - Intercultural Communication 
	Web Design and Development - Advertising Design


Job Responsibilities:


	Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars.
	Consult and supervise student projects and research work.
	Mark and assess student work, assignments, projects, tests and examinations.
	Prepare, review and moderate examination questions and marking answer scripts.
	Develop subject teaching materials for the subjects the academic teaches.
	Conduct research and contribute to publications.
	Participate in professional activities in the University/ community.
	Be a member of various committees.
	Carry out leadership roles in educational activities in their academic Department/ Centre.


Requirements:


	A PhD or a Terminal Degree in Mass Communication specializing in Public Relations, Advertising, Strategic Communication or any other relevant field.
	Demonstrated experience of working in the media industry.
	Strong research and publication record.
	Proficiency in using design software such as InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, as well as web design techniques.
	Effective presentation skills, both theoretical and practical.
	Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic language.
	Familiarity with the new media technologies.


We thank all applicants for their interest in this vacancy. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply for this position, please submit your application at: https://apps.adu.ac.ae/jobposting/1758104316893x140250099495731200


Lebanon, Beirut

Open Positions for Assistant/Associate Professor in Law

College of Law, Abu Dhabi University, UAE

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) is a global leader in research and teaching, ranked among the top 250 universities worldwide in the latest 2026 Times Higher Education rankings. The College of Law at ADU is making significant contributions to academic excellence both nationally and internationally. It is ranked by subject in the top 251–300 globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject (Law).

We are currently seeking several new faculty members at the levels of Assistant and Associate Professor. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: Penal Law; Administrative and Constitutional Law; Economics, Finance, and Taxation Law; Law and Technology; and Commercial Law.

The College of Law is a regional leader in legal education, offering a Bachelor of Law, a Master of Public Law, a Master of Private Law,  a Master of Law (MLL) in Cyber Law and Artificial Intelligence, and a PhD in Law. Our programs are CAA and WASC-accredited. Our curriculum, which is primarily taught in Arabic with English support, reflects our commitment to academic excellence and cultural diversity. Applicants should be able to teach in both English and Arabic; applicants with English-only proficiency are also encouraged to apply.

Abu Dhabi University offers a competitive remuneration package that includes a tax-free salary, annual flights for the individual and their immediate family, family housing, a children’s education allowance, private health insurance, and end-of-service benefits.

Criteria you must have:

Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for review.

Minimum Years of Experience/Nature of Relevant Experience Required


	Have a doctoral or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
	Have demonstrated significant scholarly accomplishments appropriate to their discipline.
	Have at least eight years of full-time teaching and research experience (with key research publications) to be considered for Associate Professor.
	Have demonstrated excellent teaching ability and shown continuing active engagement with students in and outside the classroom.


Special Skills and Abilities


	Communication/teaching skills, presentation skills, computer skills (MS Office).
	Have a teaching qualification or be willing to complete one under the UK HEA Fellowship Scheme.
	Demonstrated commitment to publishing in Scopus publications.
	Clear engagement with research networks (evidence-based).
	Demonstration of being a ‘good university citizen.’


Applicants should submit their application online via the University link: https://apps.adu.ac.ae/jobs in English, and include the following three items in one document.


	Cover letter: addressing how your experience matches the position requirements.
	Curriculum Vitae: including education, teaching, and research experience with a list of publications.


Please include a link to your Google Scholar and Scopus profiles in your CV. If applying to be an Associate Professor, please list your top 10 Scopus publications, along with a five-line explanation for each paper of why it is a good contribution to academic literature.

Please include a two-page research proposal stating what research you will conduct over the next two to four years while working at ADU’s College of Law.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed up to 10 December 2025, and interviews will take place after this date.


College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences

Department of Social Sciences

Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis (Full-time)

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been dedicated to offering internationally benchmarked undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has become one of the region’s leading centers of academic excellence. We have a vibrant and cosmopolitan student population of around 6,000 students from over 60 nationalities enrolled in 32 undergraduate programs and 24 postgraduate programs, including our prestigious DBA. ADU is the only private higher education institution in the UAE and the region to receive international accreditation and institutional recognition from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges: Senior College and University Commission – WSCUC.

The College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (CAESS) provides general education courses for all undergraduate students, in addition to a portfolio of specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education and social sciences: BA in Psychology, BA in International Relations, BA in Mass Communication (Arabic and English), BA in Video Game Design, Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Teaching (English), Med in Educational Technologies and AI, MA in Digital Communication and Technology, MEd in Educational Leadership, Ph.D. in Education, and our newly launched MA in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis (Full-time)

Department of Social Sciences, College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (Abu Dhabi/Al Ain)

We are seeking qualified and experienced academics in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis to support the launch and delivery of our MA in ABA program, designed to meet international training and practice standards in behavior analysis.

Job Responsibilities


	Teach PG-level courses in Applied Behavior Analysis across one or more campuses (Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai).
	Supervise student research projects, theses, and practicum placements in applied settings.
	Conduct regular course updates and assist in program accreditation and curriculum development.
	Provide academic advising, mentoring, and fieldwork supervision to graduate students.
	Contribute to professional development activities, departmental service, and college initiatives.
	Engage in scholarly research and publish annually in peer-reviewed, Scopus-indexed journals.


Program Requirements


	A Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Analysis, or Psychology with specialization in Behavior Analysis from an accredited higher education institution.
	Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral (BCBA-D) credential (or BCBA with evidence of doctoral-level training in ABA).
	Minimum 3 years of post-Ph.D. academic and/or clinical teaching experience in ABA at an accredited higher education institution.
	Active research agenda and track record of academic publishing (Scopus-indexed preferred).
	Experience with educational technology (Blackboard Ultra, digital learning platforms, knowledge of AI apps in education is an advantage).
	Demonstrated ability to supervise graduate students in applied research and practicum/fieldwork settings.


​Additional Desirable Qualifications


	International experience in higher education teaching or program development in ABA.
	Experience with accreditation processes related to behavior analysis education and training.
	Strong network in professional behavior analysis organizations and applied practice sites.


We thank all applicants for their interest in this vacancy. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The post is a full-time faculty position, and the selected candidate is expected to join in February 2026.

To apply, please submit your application to: https://apps.adu.ac.ae/jobposting/1758106474014x591051590336512000


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