Visiting Faculty Positions in Mathematics | College of Arts and Sciences

Faculty Positions in Mathematics | College of Arts and Sciences

Post date:
October 23, 2025

Final date to receive applications:
January 15, 2026

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at American University of Sharjah (AUS) is accepting applications for a one‑year visiting position, scheduled to commence in August 2026. Applicants with strong research profiles in all areas of mathematics will be considered. For full consideration, applications must be received by January 15, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Apply at -apps
1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=MTH-26-02

All candidates must hold a PhD in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics and have experience in North American‑style education. Evidence of excellence in teaching across all curriculum levels and strong communication skills in English are required. Applicants should be actively involved in research, with a strong record. The ability to collaborate with current faculty members on research projects is considered an advantage.

A complete application consists of two PDF files. The first file contains a cover letter and a teaching statement. The second file contains the candidate's curriculum vitae and contact details for three references. These references should provide letters of recommendation commenting on the applicant's research and teaching abilities.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at AUS offers diverse programs, including a PhD in Mathematics, a Master of Science in Mathematics, a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, a Bachelor of Science in Data Science, and minors in applied and computational mathematics, actuarial mathematics and data science. Our student body covers a large array of nationalities and enjoys a diverse and inclusive environment.

The department currently consists of 27 full‑time faculty members who are actively engaged in original research in different areas of mathematics and statistics. For more information, please visit the department website .edu/cas/department-of-mathematics-and-statistics.

American University of Sharjah (AUS) is a comprehensive, independent, non‑profit, coeducational institution of higher education that promotes excellence in teaching, learning, research and creative work. AUS fosters a community that celebrates diversity and whose members are committed to the ideals of open intellectual inquiry, ethical behavior and civic responsibility. AUS offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs to approximately 6,000 students from over 100 nations.

English is the language of instruction and the workplace. Among the top 18 percent of ranked universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2026), AUS is consistently among the top 10 universities in the Arab region (QS Arab Region University Rankings, 2026). AUS is located in the heart of Sharjah's University City, adjacent to the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park and just minutes from Sharjah International Airport and only 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport.

The campus is situated in a vibrant and cosmopolitan area offering abundant opportunities for travel, entertainment, cultural experiences and natural beauty.

Salary and benefits are competitive. AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004.

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