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Job Description:

Description:

The College of Information Technology (CIT) has engaged in an ambitious reorganization effort aiming to harness the prevalence of computing and the rise of artificial intelligence to advance science and technology innovation, for the benefit of society. Under its new structure, the College will serve as the nexus of computing and informatics at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). CIT will build on the strength of its current research programs to create new multidisciplinary research initiatives and partnerships, across and beyond the university campus, critical to its long-term stability and growth. CIT will also expand its education portfolio with new multidisciplinary degree programs, including a BSc. in Artificial Intelligence, a BSc. in a Data Science, a BSc. in Computational Linguistics, jointly with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, a MSc. in IoT, and a Ph.D. in Informatics and Computing. Also planned is a suite of online Microcredentials in emerging fields of study, including IoT, Cybercrime Law and Digital Forensics, Blockchains, and Cloud Computing.

About the Position:

- We seek candidates with strong records in teaching programming and technology undergraduate curriculum courses.
- The successful candidates are expected to have experience in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++.
- The candidates are also expected to complement and enhance the current strength of the Computer Science and Software Engineering department.
- It is desirable for the candidates to have knowledge in areas such as algorithms, NLP, software Engineering, virtualization, operating systems, databases, AI/ML, computer graphics/computer vision, bioinformatics, or others.

Requirements

Candidate Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in computer science, information science or closely related areas from a recognized university. Preferred qualifications include:
- Excellent knowledge of teaching the programming languages: Java, C++, and Python
- Evidence of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate.
- Knowledge of software libraries, such as AI/ML, NLP, computer graphics/vision, software engineering, and database, is plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
- Excellent writing/communication skills

The UAEU and CIT are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment and culture for students, staff, and faculty.

About the Company

Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.

As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.

UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence.