Job DetailsThe College of Architecture, Art and Design (CAAD) at American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for a visiting or regular faculty appointment-at the assistant or associate level-to the Master of Urban Planning (MUP) program. This position provides an opportunity to teach and conduct research in a unique urban context and to make a difference in the practice of urban planning. MUP graduates occupy professional and governmental leadership positions across the region. As a result of AUS' recent push to enhance research, there is now significant support for research activities. The position comes with a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package inclusive of free housing and utilities, generous retirement contributions, funding for annual return airfare, school tuition for dependents and health insurance.Applicants will have demonstrated excellence in teaching, scholarship and service or the potential for such excellence. Applicants must possess expertise-developed through academic work and/or professional practice-in some combination of environmental planning, transportation planning and planning history. We are also open to candidates with research and teaching interests in other areas of urban planning. The successful candidate will teach a combination of required core courses and elective offerings at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Preference will be given to applicants with academic experience in the North American model of higher education.Company DescriptionFor more than 25 years, American University of Sharjah (AUS) has promoted ideas, research and creative work that have inspired development and change, driven by our core belief that tomorrow matters. AUS was founded in 1997 by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed AlQasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The embodiment of His Highness vision, AUS is a place where students are nurtured and encouraged to excel academically, thrive socially, celebrate their cultural diversity, and have a positive influence in their communities.Located in University City, Sharjah, AUS is a not-for-profit, independent, institution of higher education formed on the American model. We offer 28 majors and 45 minors at the undergraduate level, 15 master's degrees programs and four PhD programs through the College of Architecture, Art and Design; the College of Arts and Sciences; the College of Engineering; and the School of Business Administration. These programs are designed to meet the challenges of a competitive and dynamic business and industrial environment.

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