Available Opportunities
1. Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer
The Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer (CSEO) is an adviser to the President on strategy, organizational effectiveness and accreditation. The CSEO manages the implementation of AURAK’s strategic plan by ensuring alignment between unit plans and AURAK’s overarching strategy. The CSEO also develops and implements AURAK’s quality assurance and institutional effectiveness system as well as managing institutional licensure projects and leading on national and international accreditation efforts. Finally, the post-holder administratively oversees the staff assigned to the Office for Institutional Strategy and Excellence and ensures that the AURAK’s leadership has information that informs positive decision making and organizational improvements within the institution.
2. Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Artificial Intelligence
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, invites applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate professor position beginning Spring 2025 (starting December 2024). Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence or a related computing major. The successful candidate should have the credentials to teach the following undergraduate courses Advanced Programming, Machine Learning, Deep learning, Big Data, and Data Analytics. All classes and other campus activities are conducted only in English.
3. Adjunct Faculty Position in Physics
The School of Arts and Sciences at American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Physic for the Fall 2024. We welcome candidates whose teaching employs high-impact teaching practices to promote active learning by students. The adjunct position will be required to teach two sections of Introductory and General Physics. Prior successful teaching experience at the university level employing high-impact educational practices and experience in working effectively with globally diverse student populations are expected.
4. Adjunct Faculty Position in Mathematics
The School of Arts and Sciences at American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Mathematics for the Fall 2024. We welcome candidates whose teaching employs high-impact teaching practices to promote active learning by students. The adjunct faculty will be teaching lower divisions of Mathematics and Statistics courses. Prior successful teaching experience at the university level employing high-impact educational practices and experience in working effectively with globally diverse student populations are expected.
5. Senior Officer - Alumni and Career Services Department
The Senior Officer for the Alumni and Career Services Department facilitates internship opportunities, guiding students and alumni towards valuable experiential learning. The SOACS establishes connections between students, alumni and prospective employers, and fostering career advancement. Through personalized counseling and innovative programs, the SOACS enhances career readiness and skill development. Ultimately, the SOACS cultivate a dynamic community primed for success across diverse professional landscapes. The SOACS also engages alumni, leveraging their expertise and networks to enrich opportunities and mentorship for current students.
6. Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success (Provost)
Job Summary The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (UAE) seeks an experienced, academic leader to serve as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success (Provost). The Provost provides leadership to the university and supports the fulfillment of its mission through the development, management, and implementation of quality academic and student success programs and services. The position reports to the President of the university. The Provost heads a number of committees and is a member of the President’s Cabinet.
7. Marketing & Student Recruitment Executive (Russian Speaker ONLY)
The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is a prestigious higher education institution located in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. AURAK is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The Marketing and Student Recruitment Executive is a key member of the Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC). This position supports the marketing and student recruitment office in executing effective marketing and student recruitment plans, social media, and marketing campaigns through proper coordination with the office and other departments of the university. The position involves developing, managing, and recruiting students from the Russian and CIS communities both domestically and internationally. Additionally, it includes recruiting students from the UAE and GCC regions to facilitate growth in university enrollment. The post holder will also have the responsibility of fostering robust relationships between AURAK and high schools to enhance student recruitment through collaborative partnerships. Additionally, the role mandates delivering exceptional customer service within a multicultural setting.
8. Adjunct Faculty Position in Construction Management
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, invites applications for an adjunct faculty position beginning Fall 2024 (August). Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D in Civil Engineering (Construction Management). The successful candidate is expected to teach the following main courses: • Construction Management • Infrastructure Management In addition, the faculty member is expected to teach other management related courses when required.
9. Adjunct Faculty Position in Geotechnical Engineering
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, invites applications for an adjunct faculty position beginning Fall 2024 (August). Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering). The successful candidate is expected to teach the following main courses: Geotechnical Engineering Foundation Engineering
10. Lab Technician
The Department of Biotechnology in the School of Arts and Sciences at the American University of Ras al Khaimah (AURAK) seeks to hire a full-time lab technician staff member starting Fall 2024 (mid-August 2024). Candidates for this position must hold a B.S. in Chemistry / Biotechnology or other related discipline. Prior successful laboratory experience at the university level in performing laboratory experiments and maintaining equipment, in addition to other laboratory duties are expected.
11. Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering – Robotics and Embedded Systems
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position beginning Spring 2025. Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering - Robotics and Embedded Systems, and preferably with additional expertise in Machine Learning, AI, and IoT.
12. Early Warning/Academic Advisement Officer (UAE National Only)
This position has as its focus supporting the retention of at-risk students (students on academic warning, probation 1 and probation 2) at AURAK. The Early Warning/Academic Advisement (EWAA) Officer functions with the mind-set of a “social-worker” by reaching out to students and conducting regular follow-up to engage at-risk students through support and encouragement to help them remain connected to their academic pursuits at the university. The EWAA Officer also supports keeping students connected to UPAS 100, an academic study skills course, required of students who are on Academic Warning. The position works in a cross-functional manner with administrative support for initiatives of the Office of Student Affairs. The work environment is student-centered, solution-oriented and constantly evolving, with high expectations for accuracy and follow-through with assigned tasks.
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Available Opportunities
1. Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer
The Chief Strategy and Excellence Officer (CSEO) is an adviser to the President on strategy, organizational effectiveness and accreditation. The CSEO manages the implementation of AURAK’s strategic plan by ensuring alignment between unit plans and AURAK’s overarching strategy. The CSEO also develops and implements AURAK’s quality assurance and institutional effectiveness system as well as managing institutional licensure projects and leading on national and international accreditation efforts. Finally, the post-holder administratively oversees the staff assigned to the Office for Institutional Strategy and Excellence and ensures that the AURAK’s leadership has information that informs positive decision making and organizational improvements within the institution.
2. Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Artificial Intelligence
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, invites applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate professor position beginning Spring 2025 (starting December 2024). Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence or a related computing major. The successful candidate should have the credentials to teach the following undergraduate courses Advanced Programming, Machine Learning, Deep learning, Big Data, and Data Analytics. All classes and other campus activities are conducted only in English.
3. Adjunct Faculty Position in Physics
The School of Arts and Sciences at American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Physic for the Fall 2024. We welcome candidates whose teaching employs high-impact teaching practices to promote active learning by students. The adjunct position will be required to teach two sections of Introductory and General Physics. Prior successful teaching experience at the university level employing high-impact educational practices and experience in working effectively with globally diverse student populations are expected.
4. Adjunct Faculty Position in Mathematics
The School of Arts and Sciences at American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Mathematics for the Fall 2024. We welcome candidates whose teaching employs high-impact teaching practices to promote active learning by students. The adjunct faculty will be teaching lower divisions of Mathematics and Statistics courses. Prior successful teaching experience at the university level employing high-impact educational practices and experience in working effectively with globally diverse student populations are expected.
5. Senior Officer - Alumni and Career Services Department
The Senior Officer for the Alumni and Career Services Department facilitates internship opportunities, guiding students and alumni towards valuable experiential learning. The SOACS establishes connections between students, alumni and prospective employers, and fostering career advancement. Through personalized counseling and innovative programs, the SOACS enhances career readiness and skill development. Ultimately, the SOACS cultivate a dynamic community primed for success across diverse professional landscapes. The SOACS also engages alumni, leveraging their expertise and networks to enrich opportunities and mentorship for current students.
6. Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success (Provost)
Job Summary The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (UAE) seeks an experienced, academic leader to serve as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success (Provost). The Provost provides leadership to the university and supports the fulfillment of its mission through the development, management, and implementation of quality academic and student success programs and services. The position reports to the President of the university. The Provost heads a number of committees and is a member of the President’s Cabinet.
7. Marketing & Student Recruitment Executive (Russian Speaker ONLY)
The American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) is a prestigious higher education institution located in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. AURAK is known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The Marketing and Student Recruitment Executive is a key member of the Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC). This position supports the marketing and student recruitment office in executing effective marketing and student recruitment plans, social media, and marketing campaigns through proper coordination with the office and other departments of the university. The position involves developing, managing, and recruiting students from the Russian and CIS communities both domestically and internationally. Additionally, it includes recruiting students from the UAE and GCC regions to facilitate growth in university enrollment. The post holder will also have the responsibility of fostering robust relationships between AURAK and high schools to enhance student recruitment through collaborative partnerships. Additionally, the role mandates delivering exceptional customer service within a multicultural setting.
8. Adjunct Faculty Position in Construction Management
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, invites applications for an adjunct faculty position beginning Fall 2024 (August). Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D in Civil Engineering (Construction Management). The successful candidate is expected to teach the following main courses: • Construction Management • Infrastructure Management In addition, the faculty member is expected to teach other management related courses when required.
9. Adjunct Faculty Position in Geotechnical Engineering
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, invites applications for an adjunct faculty position beginning Fall 2024 (August). Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering). The successful candidate is expected to teach the following main courses: Geotechnical Engineering Foundation Engineering
10. Lab Technician
The Department of Biotechnology in the School of Arts and Sciences at the American University of Ras al Khaimah (AURAK) seeks to hire a full-time lab technician staff member starting Fall 2024 (mid-August 2024). Candidates for this position must hold a B.S. in Chemistry / Biotechnology or other related discipline. Prior successful laboratory experience at the university level in performing laboratory experiments and maintaining equipment, in addition to other laboratory duties are expected.
11. Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering – Robotics and Embedded Systems
American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK), Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position beginning Spring 2025. Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering - Robotics and Embedded Systems, and preferably with additional expertise in Machine Learning, AI, and IoT.
12. Early Warning/Academic Advisement Officer (UAE National Only)
This position has as its focus supporting the retention of at-risk students (students on academic warning, probation 1 and probation 2) at AURAK. The Early Warning/Academic Advisement (EWAA) Officer functions with the mind-set of a “social-worker” by reaching out to students and conducting regular follow-up to engage at-risk students through support and encouragement to help them remain connected to their academic pursuits at the university. The EWAA Officer also supports keeping students connected to UPAS 100, an academic study skills course, required of students who are on Academic Warning. The position works in a cross-functional manner with administrative support for initiatives of the Office of Student Affairs. The work environment is student-centered, solution-oriented and constantly evolving, with high expectations for accuracy and follow-through with assigned tasks.