Job Details
Posting Date
01/Oct/2024 Expiry Date 20/Mar/2025 Job Reference Number: 2362-2024-10-01T10:45:32
Assistant Professor /Associate Professor in Digital Media Design
CATEGORY Faculty Members College of Communication
College Communication
Department Mass Communication Department
Job Purpose

The Department of Mass Communication at the College of Communication, University of Sharjah, UAE, invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and accomplished scholar with a strong commitment to teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will join our vibrant and diverse department, contributing to the academic and professional growth of our students. The appointment will be starting from the Academic year 2024-2025.
Main accountabilities & expectations

  • Engage in scholarly research and creative activities, with a strong commitment to contributing to the field of Design and metaverse studies.
  • Teach undergraduate courses in Digital Media,  design, Interactive communication, AI and related subjects. 
  • Contribute to the department's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, research, and service. 
  • Efficiently handle advising tasks. 
  • Be bilingual (Arabic and English). 
  • Advise and mentor students in academic and career development, including research projects and internships. ​
Required Skills

The candidate should have: 

  • A Ph.D. in mass communication or a related field from a reputable university. 
  • A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience. 
  • Evidence of successful teaching, advising, and service effectiveness. 
  • A record of professional integrity, collegiality, and a commitment to diversity. 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaborative engagement within the department and university, as well as building connections with national/international professionals, businesses, and alumni. 
  • A solid research record in Scopus Journals.​



Desirable Requirements


Please submit the following documents: 

  1. Current curriculum vitae. 
  2. Cover Letter, including the candidate's interest in and qualifications for the position. 
  3. Teaching philosophy. 
  4. Research Statement and Agenda. 
  5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including the latest students' teaching evaluations. 
  6. Names, addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. 
  7. Ph.D. certificate. 
  8. Evidence of promotion (if applicable). 

Please ensure that your application is complete and submitted as per the provided instructions. Thank you for your interest in joining our team at the College of Communication - University of Sharjah. 
Job Location University of Sharjah (Main)
Job Criteria
Gender , Male, Female,
Qualifications Phd
Relevant Experience 2
Living In UAE Open for all
Nationality , All,
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