Faculty, University Professor, Academic

1. POSITION OBJECTIVE & PROGRAMME

Deliver, assess, and continuously enhance undergraduate Arabic Language, Literature, and Linguistics modules within the Bachelor of Naval Science programme (CAA-accredited - Naval Science), combining high-quality teaching with academic advising and, where research-active, scholarly contribution.

• Minimum Qualification:
  
  10+ years' experience holding a Master's, or 5+ years post-PhD, in Arabic Language, Literature, Linguistics, Translation, or a closely related discipline
• Preferred
  
  Qualification:
  
  Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent)
• Teaching
  
  Qualification:
  
  FHEA (preferred), or to be obtained within 3 years of joining
• Research
  
  Qualification:
  
  demonstrated research capability with peer-reviewed publications and active scholarly engagement
• Professional Membership: membership of at least one recognised international body relevant to Arabic language, literature, or language teaching
• Overseas qualifications must be equivalized and / or attested by competent authorities in UAE MOHE before appointment

• Higher-education teaching experience as above (10+ yrs Master's / 5+ yrs post-PhD) in a relevant discipline.
• Strong record of teaching, curriculum design, and course/module leadership within a CAA-accredited or internationally accredited programme
• Academic advising and student pastoral support at undergraduate level
• Deep subject-matter expertise in Arabic Language at an internationally recognised standard
• Research methodology proficiency - qualitative / quantitative / mixed methods
• LMS proficiency (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas, or equivalent) for blended and online delivery
• Assessment design - formative and summative, including rubric development and grade moderation.
• Experience in the UAE/GCC - culturally diverse learner environment
• Experience contributing to CAA accreditation processes, external examining, or peer review

ENGLISH - Business (written & spoken) - Essential, primary language of instruction & documentation

ARABIC - Fluent (written & spoken) - Mandatory

• Design, deliver, and assess Arabic Language / Literature / Linguistics modules at undergraduate level in compliance with CAA contact-hour requirements
• Facilitate engaging, inclusive, outcome-focused learning using varied pedagogical methods (in-person, online, blended, problem-based)
• Prepare session plans, teaching materials, assessments, and rubrics aligned to Programme Learning Outcomes

• Contribute to curriculum design, module development, and annual programme review aligned to CAA Standards
• Design, administer, and moderate assessments ensuring validity, reliability, and alignment with learning outcomes
• Participate in assessment boards, moderation panels, and academic quality assurance processes

• Contribute to Annual Programme Reports and Self-Study Reports for CAA accreditation and institutional reporting
• Maintain accurate student records in compliance with institutional and CAA requirements

• Provide academic advising and mentoring to assigned students during office hours
• Monitor student progress, identify at-risk learners, and refer to appropriate support services

• Where research-active: conduct high-quality research, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and present scholarly work
• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain current, discipline-relevant teaching practice