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Zayed University -
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Anthropology or History Location: United Arab Emirates Institution Type: College/University Position Type: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor Submitted: Thursday, October 8th, 2009
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Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Anthropology or History Department of Humanities and Social Sciences Zayed University, Abu Dhabi Campus United Arab Emirates The University Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is an innovative institution based on an international model of higher education. Over 700 faculty and staff serving 4,750 students across two main campuses - as well as satellite locations - in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the University prepares graduates to become leaders in government, business, civil society, and family life. The University expects its graduates to be fully bilingual in English and Arabic, proficient in the use of computing technology, and strong in quantitative and research skills. The language of business and instruction at the University is English. Zayed University is fully accredited in the U.A.E. as well as by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the U.S.A. The United Arab Emirates is a progressive country known for its high standard of living and its safe and family-friendly environment. The Department The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences is a multidisciplinary department offering a degree in International Studies, with specializations in International Affairs and Culture and Society. It also offers a Minor in Literature. The Opportunity The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences on the Abu Dhabi campus invites applications for a full-time position in its International Studies program. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Anthropology or History and be able to teach interdisciplinary courses on political economy, intellectual history, and/or popular culture. Evidence of teaching ability and experience is important, including potential to supervise Capstone thesis projects. The teaching load will also include one or more courses in the Colloquy on Integrated Learning, the University's core curriculum. The Requirements A Ph.D. from a recognized university, evidence of effective teaching, willingness and commitment to teaching courses with common syllabi and learning outcomes in addition to delivering majors courses. The Benefits The University's benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and subsidized healthcare for the employee. To Apply Please visit our Web site www.zu.ac.ae. In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover letter and a current CV, the names and contact details of three referees, a statement of undergraduate teaching philosophy, and a statement of scholarly and creative interests, particularly as they might apply to the Middle East, and as to how they might involve undergraduate students. If possible, also include student or departmental teaching evaluations. The review of applications will begin November 1, 2009 for placements in January or August 2010. |
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Contact Info: Anushka Gehi Recruitment & OD Officer Zayed University Dubai - UAE Website: http://www.zu.ac.ae |
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