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Date: 31-Jan-2024
From: Aseel Amer [aamer at aus.edu]
Subject: General Linguistics: Assistant Professor or Instructor in Writing Studies, American University of Sharjah


University or Organization: American University of Sharjah
Department: Department of English
Job Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Job Title: Assistant Professor or Instructor in Writing Studies
Job Rank: Instructor, Asst/Assoc Professor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics

Description:

The Department of English at American University of Sharjah seeks
applicants for several full-time permanent positions at the Assistant
Professor (PhD-qualified) or Instructor (MA-qualified) rank in Writing
Studies. Candidates should hold qualifications in rhetoric and
composition, applied linguistics, English studies, English for
Academic Purposes (EAP), TESOL, or a closely related field, and a
specialization in academic writing.

We seek candidates who can contribute in innovative ways to the
department’s writing program, which includes a multiple course
progression in academic writing and advanced research writing, as well
as technical writing and creative writing courses. Candidates should
have a strong record of excellence in teaching and developing academic
literacy, evidence of scholarship in their field and a demonstrated
commitment to productive institutional service.

AUS is fully committed to equal opportunity at all levels without
discrimination on the basis of race, gender, religion, age, family
status or national origin.

Required Qualifications:
 - PhD or MA in relevant field
 - Demonstrated experience and excellence in undergraduate teaching

Preferred Qualifications:
 - PhD in relevant field
 - A minimum of three years’ experience teaching composition or
academic writing in North American-style higher education
 - Demonstrated potential for strong research and publication in
relevant fields
 - Demonstrated commitment to writing studies pedagogies and
curriculum development
 - Overseas teaching experience
 - Experience with writing program administration

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. 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. The Department of
English at AUS supports an extensive curriculum, including the
university writing program, a BA in English Language and Literature,
and an MA in TESOL.

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.

Candidates should include the following in their online application:
(1) a letter of interest detailing teaching experience and research
agenda; (2) current curriculum vitae including the names and contact
details of three references; (3) teaching philosophy statement
(1-2pp). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For full consideration, completed applications should be submitted by
March 4, 2024.

Positions are available subject to budgetary approval.

Please apply at the link below.

Application Deadline: 04-Mar-2024
Mailing Address for Applications:
Web Address for Applications:
https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=ENG-24-01
Contact Information:
        Huda Dimashkie
        Email: helbakhour at aus.edu



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