The Division of Arts and Sciences at the American University in Dubai invites qualified applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of English beginning in August 2010.

The successful candidate will have:

• Ph.D. in Literature
  Strong background in teaching interdisciplinary courses (i.e., World Cultures)
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills
• Strong team ethic

This position will be at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor, commencing Fall 2010. Candidates must have an earned Doctorate from a Western accredited institution at the time of appointment.

Candidates preferably will have evidence of successful teaching experience or must demonstrate significant potential and promise of teaching effectiveness and excellence at the undergraduate level. Additionally, candidates are expected to meet standards for personal professional scholarship, and assist in student advising, and other service to the department, school, and community.

The compensation package for this position is competitive and is based on the expatriate model. Besides tax-exempt basic salary, it includes housing, annual two-way airfare, health/life insurance, professional memberships, conference attendance expenses, assistance with children's tuition, and other components.

The American University in Dubai is a private, non-sectarian institution of higher learning founded in 1995. It serves UAE nationals and international students who seek world-class career-oriented education. AUD, as an international institution of higher education, encourages global understanding by providing an atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for an international education.