The College: The College of Technological Innovation (CTI) seeks to produce graduates recognized by business, government, and educational institutions in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Gulf Region, and the rest of the world. It also seeks to develop a strong applied research capacity in emerging technologies directed towards meeting the ICT needs of the UAE and Gulf region. CTI’s academic programs are practical, competency-based, and designed to prepare students for successful careers as Information Technology professionals. At the undergraduate level, CTI offers a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology with concentrations in Security & Network Technologies (ABET/CAC accredited), and Web and Mobile Application Development. CTI also offers a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems & Technology Management (ABET/CAC accredited) jointly with the College of Business. CTI also offers a joint program in Multimedia Design (NASAD substantial equivalency status). CTI is also expanding its Bachelor’s programs to include engineering programs in the near future. At the graduate level, CTI offers a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Information Technology with Specialization in Cyber Security. Currently, CTI has 44 full-time faculty and 1418 students (male and female) seeking majors in the College on its Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses. To support the expansion of programs, CTI will be substantially expanding its faculty. Successful candidates will enter a dynamic, growing organization that is active in both teaching, research and service.
The Opportunity:
CTI seeks qualified candidates to fill multiple full-time, multi-year Assistant/Associate/Full Professor positions on the Abu Dhabi Campus to teach and research in the areas of Information Technology, Software Engineering, Cyber/Information Security, Computer Networking, Computer Graphics, Game Development, Multimedia, Web Development, and Mobile Application Development. Faculty with distinguished profiles in these areas and applicable subdomains are encouraged to apply. Appointments as a visiting professor for a shorter duration are also possible. Appointments are beginning Fall 2019/Spring 2020 (August 2019/January 2020).
The Requirements:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree at the time of appointment from an internationally accredited university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security, Software Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Successful candidates should demonstrate a strong record of teaching excellence and scholarly research. As the faculty is also expected to actively engage in various college and university committees and participate in community service, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also required. Preference will be given to applicants who are familiar with ABET/CAC accreditation and have professional experience in a multi-cultural environment.
The Benefits:
The University’s benefits package includes salary free of income tax in the U.A.E., housing, furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children, and healthcare provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
To Apply:
In addition to completing the online application form, please attach the following: 1. Cover letter that should state the discipline area 2. A current Curriculum Vitae 3. Scanned copies of degrees 4. Statement of teaching philosophy 5. Statement of scholarly interests. 6. The names and contact details of three professional references. For any inquiry about the position, please email the Chair of the Hiring Committee at cathiring@zu.ac.ae.
Review Process:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled. While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.