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  • Faculty Positions in Physics
    Department of Physics
    American University of Sharjah

    TWO FACULTY POSITIONS IN PHYSICS. The Department of Physics at American University of Sharjah (AUS) is seeking applications for two full-time faculty positions, preferably at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The first position, with an anticipated start date of January 2025, is designated for applicants with strong research profiles and expertise to support both the undergraduate program and the materials of science PhD program. The second position, with an anticipated start date of August 2025, is open to candidates with expertise in all areas of physics.


    JOB QUALIFICATIONS:  All candidates must hold a PhD in Physics and be familiar with a North American-style educational system. Applicants should demonstrate a robust research background, as evidenced by high-quality publications in leading peer-reviewed journals. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain an active and productive research agenda, supervise senior research projects, secure external research funding and participate in international collaborations. Candidates must also provide evidence of excellence in teaching across all levels of the curriculum and demonstrate strong proficiency in English communication.


    APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete application must include two PDF files. The first file should contain the following: a cover letter, the candidate’s curriculum vitae with contact information for three references, a research statement, and a teaching statement that includes a list of courses the candidate has taught or is qualified to teach. The second file should contain transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate education (initial scanned copies are acceptable). The references will be required to submit letters of recommendation that evaluate the applicant's research capabilities, with at least one specifically addressing the applicant's teaching abilities.


    For full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Positions are open until filled. Apply at https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=PHY-25-01.


    ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: To learn more about the physics department, please visit www.aus.edu/cas/department-of-physics. To learn more about the PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE), please visit www.aus.edu/cas/phdmse.


    ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:  American University of Sharjah is a not-for-profit, independent, coeducational institution of higher education formed on American models but thoroughly grounded in Arab culture. Located in University City, Sharjah, AUS offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students from approximately 90 nations with diverse backgrounds. English is the language of instruction and the workplace. AUS has been ranked among the top ten Arab universities by QS World University Rankings every year for the past nine consecutive years.


    Situated nearby Sharjah International Airport in the expansive University City area, and only 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport, AUS is located in a dynamic and cosmopolitan area that includes 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 Education’s Higher Education Affairs Division in 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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