FAQs
What is the location of the position?
The position is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
When is the expected start date for the position?
The expected start date is August 2024.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, prior experience in undergraduate teaching, evidence of research output, and a commitment to innovative teaching methodologies.
What areas of expertise are particularly encouraged for applicants?
Candidates with expertise in Environmental Economics and Policy Design, Experimental and Behavioral Economics, Labor Economics, Macroeconomics, Public Economics, and International Economics are particularly encouraged to apply.
What are the teaching responsibilities for the faculty member?
Faculty members are expected to teach each semester, provide practical hands-on instruction, and engage in service to the college and institution as requested.
Is there a focus on student engagement in teaching methodologies?
Yes, there is a strong emphasis on innovative teaching methodologies, small interactive class sessions, and deep engagement between faculty and students.
What types of benefits does Zayed University offer?
The monthly total compensation includes a competitive base salary, housing allowance, education assistance for dependent children, annual vacation flight ticket, medical insurance for yourself and eligible dependents, end-of-service benefits, and repatriation assistance.
What materials are required for the application?
Applicants are required to submit a CV, cover letter, contact details of three references, a scanned copy of the highest degree diploma, recent student evaluations of teaching, and one representative research publication or writing sample.
What is the interview process like?
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial interview. The positions will remain open until filled.
What is Zayed University's educational approach?
Zayed University applies a distinctly liberal arts approach to education, emphasizing individual growth and development, and is recognized as a pioneer of female empowerment and leadership in the region.