# Professor - Special & Gifted Education — United Arab Emirates University

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Location: Al Ain, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 12,000 to 20,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-06
Apply: https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/Postings/PostingDetails/5338

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## Description

The United Arab Emirates University invites applications for a faculty position. Qualified candidates at all levels will be considered at a rank commensurate with academic accomplishments. Candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and student advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels, a demonstrable research capability that will enable the candidate to develop and sustain an internally and/or externally funded research program in his/her area of expertise, publish his/her research findings in refereed journals, and actively engage in promoting the growth of the UAE University. The application package should include a cover letter, a detailed resume, a brief description of current/future research activities, teaching philosophy, and courses taught. English is the language of instruction and communication. Screening of applications will continue until the position is filled. Grade: 21.

## Requirements

• Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Special Education, Gifted Education, Inclusive Education, or a closely related field from an accredited and highly reputable institution. • Academic qualifications and scholarly record appropriate for appointment at the rank of Full Professor. • Evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level. • Strong record of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals. • Demonstrated experience in advising graduate students and supervising theses and/or dissertations. • Evidence of academic leadership, research leadership, and professional service. • Proficiency in English language. Preferred qualifications: • Distinguished publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals. • Strong research impact profile, including citation indicators and h-index appropriate to the field and rank. • Evidence of successful internal and external research funding. • International collaborations with universities, research centers, and professional organizations. • Experience in program development, accreditation, graduate education, or academic leadership. • Expertise in one or more areas such as inclusive education, gifted education, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, assistive technology, twice-exceptional learners, assessment and intervention, or teacher preparation. • Knowledge of the UAE education system and culture is a plus. • Proficiency in Arabic language is a plus.

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