FUJAIRAH UNIVERSITY , Fujairah – UAE

College: College of Law / Associate Professor – Civil Law /Major : Specialization: PhD in Civil Law

FUJAIRAH UNIVERSITY Fujairah, UAEDeadline: 23 Jun 2026
Job Description
College: College of Law
Department: Private Law
Major / Specialization: PhD in Civil Law

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

The Associate Professor in Civil Law contributes to high-quality teaching, advanced legal research, academic advising, and community engagement within the College of Law. The incumbent supports the development and continuous improvement of the Bachelor of Law program and related postgraduate programs, in alignment with Fujairah University’s mission and UAE academic accreditation standards (CAA / OBEF).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in Civil Law.
  • Design, update, and deliver course content aligned with contemporary developments in Civil Law and accreditation requirements (CAA).
  • Prepare course syllabi, lectures, assessments, and examinations in accordance with approved curriculum and learning outcomes.
  • Evaluate student performance using appropriate and fair assessment methods aligned with CLO–PLO mapping.
  • Advise and mentor students on academic progression, legal skills, and research development.
  • Supervise graduation projects and provide guidance on legal research topics.
  • Conduct and publish high-quality research in reputable peer-reviewed journals in Civil Law and related fields.
  • Contribute actively to curriculum development, program review, and accreditation processes.
  • Participate in departmental and university committees, community engagement, and institutional activities.
  • Engage in continuous professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness and research output.

SUPERVISION:

  • Report to: Dean of the College of Law
  • Subordinates: As assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

  • Ph.D. in Civil Law from an accredited university.
  • Must hold the academic rank of Associate Professor.
  • Proven experience in university-level teaching.
  • Strong research record with publications in internationally peer-reviewed journals.
  • Experience in supervising graduation projects and/or research theses.
  • Demonstrated engagement in academic service and curriculum development.
  • Proficiency in English (teaching, research, and academic writing).
Requirements

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

  • Strong knowledge of Civil Law principles, theories, and legislation.
  • Ability to apply legal theory to practical cases and real-life legal issues.
  • Excellent teaching, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Competence in legal research, academic writing, and publication.
  • Ability to design and deliver outcome-based education aligned with CLOs and PLOs.
  • Familiarity with quality assurance standards and accreditation requirements (CAA).
  • Proficiency in e-learning platforms and academic systems.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multicultural academic environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • The position is based at the College of Law and involves a standard academic workload in accordance with university regulations.
  • Teaching duties are conducted on campus as per the approved timetable.
  • The faculty member is expected to participate in academic meetings, committee work, research activities, and community engagement.
  • The role requires compliance with university policies, quality assurance standards, and the academic calendar.
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Job Overview
Job Type
Full Time
Experience
3+ Years
Location
Fujairah, UAE
Category
Academic Positions
Salary
Competitive
Deadline
23 Jun 2026

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