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Instructors/Assistant, Associate and Full Professors -- Rhetoric and Composition
Department of Languages
University College
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi and Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The University:
Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is an innovative institution based on an international model of higher education. Over 700 Faculty and Staff, serving 4,750 students across two main campuses -- as well as satellite locations -- in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the University prepares graduates to become leaders in government, business, civil society and family life. The University expects its graduates to be fully bilingual in English and Arabic, proficient in the use of computing technology and strong in quantitative and research skills. The language of business and instruction at the University is English.
Zayed University is fully accredited in the U.A.E., as well as by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the U.S.A.
The United Arab Emirates is a progressive country, known for its high standard of living and its safe and family friendly environment.
The Opportunity:;
The Department of Languages is seeking Instructors and Teaching Scholars (Assistant, Associate and Full Professors -- Rhetoric and Composition), able to contribute to the English Composition and Writing-in-the-Disciplines curriculum.
Successful candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. Experience in working with second language learners or in international contexts is essential.
The Requirements:
• Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, Applied Linguistics, English, TESOL or a related field (for Instructor positions, a Master's degree in a relevant field will be considered)
• Relevant Baccalaureate-level teaching experience and active research interests.
• Experience with multi-section, university-level language development courses.
• Experience with Writing-Across-the-Curriculum programs, effective assessment protocols, writing in the disciplines, technical writing or writing centers.
The review of applications will begin on November 16th and will continue until the positions have been filled.
The Benefits:
The University's benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, housing, furniture allowances, annual vacation airline tickets for employees and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and subsidized healthcare for employees.
To Apply:
Visit our website, at:
www.zu.ac.ae
In addition to completing the online application form, attach one document, containing a letter of application, a current CV, the names and contact details of three referees, a statement of your undergraduate teaching philosophy and a statement of your scholarly and creative interests.
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