Director | Center Arabic Studies and Islamic Civilizations; CASIC

The Center for Arabic Studies and Islamic Civilizations (CASIC) at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) in the United Arab Emirates invites applications for the full‑time CASIC Faculty Director position.

The successful candidate will have a specialization in a relevant field of Arabic studies, Islamic civilization, or a closely related discipline, broadly defined.

• Provide academic leadership for CASIC and act as Co‑Chair of the UNESCO Chair in Arabic Language, AI, and Digital Heritage.
• Build partnerships that advance the Chair’s research, education, and outreach and strengthen its regional and global impact.
• Shape CASIC’s long‑term strategy, set clear priorities, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Build research programs that combine the scholarly traditions of Arab and Islamic civilizations with contemporary methods, applying them to the needs of modern UAE society, the Arab region, and the wider world.
• Build CASIC into a globally recognized hub for the study of Arab and Islamic civilizations, strengthen AUS’s research profile, and disseminate knowledge.
• Invest in talent development by supporting graduate student research, postdoctoral fellowships, and visiting scholars.

• Hold a PhD in a relevant field at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrate an excellent record of academic and research leadership.
• Be prepared to relocate to the UAE by December 2026
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• Have deep knowledge of the culture, history, and contemporary realities of the Arab and Islamic worlds.
• Proficiency in Islamicate languages is desirable.
• Experience in a similar English‑medium, American‑model higher education system is preferred.

• Salary and benefits are competitive.
• Location:
  
  Situated near Sharjah International Airport, only 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport, in a dynamic, cosmopolitan area with abundant opportunities for travel, entertainment, cultural experiences, and natural beauty.