Position in Anthropology Full-time Job

The Department of International Studies at American University of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates seeks to hire an assistant or early associate, full-time, rolling-track faculty member in anthropology, with specialization in archaeology, broadly defined. Candidates must be able to teach a range of introductory courses in archaeology and anthropology as well as upper-level undergraduate courses in their field. The department has also recently launched a Master of Arts in International Studies program, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to advise graduate students and develop courses in the program.

Successful candidates will have a PhD in Anthropology or related field at the time of appointment, a record of excellent teaching, an active research agenda, and will relocate to the UAE in August 2025. All department members are expected to contribute to a range of faculty and student-oriented service activities in what is a vibrant interdisciplinary department. The regular teaching load for research-active faculty is 3-3, with support for conference, research travel, and access to internal research grants.

As a university formed on the American model and with English as the language of instruction, American University of Sharjah will give priority to candidates who have substantial experience in American models of higher education.

The complete application will include the following documents, uploaded in separate files: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a list of three referees with contact information, a research statement, a teaching statement, a chapter/article length publication sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness

For more than 25 years, American University of Sharjah (AUS) has promoted ideas, research and creative work that have inspired development and change, driven by our core belief that tomorrow matters. AUS was founded in 1997 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed AlQasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The embodiment of His Highness vision, AUS is a place where students are nurtured and encouraged to excel academically, thrive socially, celebrate their cultural diversity, and have a positive influence in their communities.Located in University City, Sharjah, AUS is a not-for-profit, independent, institution of higher education formed on the American model. We offer 28 majors and 45 minors at the undergraduate level, 15 master's degrees programs and four PhD programs through the College of Architecture, Art and Design; the College of Arts and Sciences; the College of Engineering; and the School of Business Administration. These programs are designed to meet the challenges of a competitive and dynamic business and industrial environment.