Research Fellow

Call for Research Fellows

Canadian University Dubai (CUD) invites applications from established researchers for Research Fellow appointments of up to one academic semester
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The program supports joint research, high-quality publications, international collaboration, and research development.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A PhD in a discipline relevant to CUD's academic programmes and research priorities.
• A sustained record of high-quality publications in reputable indexed journals.
• Evidence of research impact appropriate to their discipline and career stage.
• Experience in collaborative research and the ability to contribute to faculty and student research development.

International research collaboration, externally funded projects and interdisciplinary research experience are advantages. Assessment will consider the quality and relevance of contributions; no single research metric determines selection.

• Undertake joint research with CUD faculty and contribute to scholarly publications.
• Deliver research seminars or workshops.
• Meet the individual research objectives, deliverables and reporting requirements specified in the appointment contract.

The contract will specify the appointment category, duration, workload, campus attendance, any approved remote collaboration, remuneration and support. Applicants employed elsewhere must obtain any necessary home institution approval.

Appointments are subject to satisfactory security clearance, University approval and a signed contract.

Closing date: November 30, 2026