American University of Sharjah

Adjunct Faculty in Psychology | College of Arts & Sciences

Sharjah, Sharjah, AE

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Summary

ADJUNCT POSITION IN PSYCHOLOGY: American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for an adjunct teaching position in psychology starting August 2025, covering one or two courses in the fall semester. We welcome candidates from any specialization, with the ability to teach one of several areas: developmental, abnormal, organizational, cultural or biological psychology, as well as psychotherapy and counseling. Class meetings are held twice weekly across Sharjah’s four-day work week (Monday to Thursday).

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a master’s or PhD in psychology (or PsyD) as well as professional experience reflecting strong commitments to teaching or service in the discipline. Candidates with a master’s degree must show at least one of the following qualifications in order to be considered for the position: (1) substantial professional experience in psychology beyond the completion of the degree; (2) prior teaching experience in psychology, ideally at the university level; or, (3) a record of academic publications that shows experience with research at the university level.

HOW TO APPLY: Upload your CV and complete a brief survey regarding your interest in the position at https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=PSY-25-02. Candidates who qualify for the next stage of evaluation will be contacted for additional information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through August 1, 2025. As a university formed on the American model, with English as the language of instruction, we give priority to candidates who have experience in American models of higher educatio

n.ABOUT AUS: Situated near 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 competitiv

e.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 6,300 students from approximately 90 nations. English is the language of instruction and the workplace. AUS has been ranked among the top 10 Arab universities by QS World University Rankings every year for the past 10 consecutive year

s.AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. 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.