Assistant Professor in Civil Law
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Date posted
October 23, 2026
Hiring location
Abu Dhabi
Career level
Entry Level
Qualification
PhD
Experience
2 Years
Quantity
1 person
Gender
Any
Description
The Assistant Professor in Civil Law contributes to the university’s law programs through teaching, research, curriculum development and student supervision. The post includes specialized Civil Law teaching and related legal subjects, with responsibility for assessment, course improvement and academic quality assurance. The position also includes teaching Criminal Law and related subjects and supervising postgraduate students, so it calls for breadth in legal scholarship and student mentorship.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach Civil Law and other relevant law courses, including Criminal Law where assigned, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Prepare teaching materials, assess student work and provide constructive feedback on academic performance.
- Conduct scholarly research and publish in reputable journals indexed in Scopus.
- Supervise postgraduate students and support their research planning and academic development.
- Contribute to course management, curriculum renewal, accreditation and quality assurance activities.
- Participate in university projects, committees and community engagement initiatives related to legal education.
Requirements and Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in Civil Law is required.
- At least two years of university teaching experience is requested.
- A record of research publications in Scopus-indexed journals is expected.
- Candidates should communicate effectively in Arabic and English, orally and in writing.
- Experience with e-learning systems, course files, curriculum development and academic reporting is useful.
Skills and Competencies
- Civil law and legal analysis
- University teaching
- Research and supervision
- Academic quality assurance
Employment Details
Full-time academic position based at the Abu Dhabi campus.
The position contributes to a learning environment that values clear communication, accurate records, collaborative work and continuous improvement. The successful candidate should be able to organize priorities, meet agreed deadlines and maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues and external contacts. Academic roles also require respect for institutional procedures and a commitment to student progress and educational quality.
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