Associate Professor in Desert Ecology
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About the Role
UAEU invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Desert Ecology at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The successful candidate will establish a research program in desert ecology, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise students, and secure external funding.
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Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in desert ecology, soil ecology, environmental science, and sustainable agriculture
- Supervise MSc and PhD students in areas related to desert ecosystems and soil plant interactions
- Establish and maintain an internationally recognized research program in desert ecology
- Secure competitive external research funding
- Publish in high impact, peer reviewed journals
- Contribute to interdisciplinary research initiatives related to climate change and food security
- Engage in community outreach and industry collaboration
- Participate in departmental, college, and university service
Requirements
- PhD in Plant Ecology, Soil Fertility, Plant Nutrition, Environmental Science, Desert Ecology, Natural Resources or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated research productivity in areas such as plant ecology in arid environments, soil fertility, salinity and drought stress management, or soil microbiome
- Evidence of effective teaching at the university level
- Strong communication skills in English
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Job Description
- UAEU invites applications for a full time faculty position in Desert Ecology at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
- The position will be based in the College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine and is expected to begin in the upcoming academic year.
- The successful candidate is expected to establish a competitive, externally funded research program in desert ecology, with a focus on sustainable agricultural systems in arid and semi arid environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in desert ecology, soil ecology, environmental science, and sustainable agriculture
- Supervise MSc and PhD students in areas related to desert ecosystems and soil plant interactions
- Establish and maintain an internationally recognized research program in desert ecology
- Secure competitive external research funding
- Publish in high impact, peer reviewed journals
- Contribute to interdisciplinary research initiatives related to climate change and food security
- Engage in community outreach and industry collaboration, particularly in areas relevant to UAE national priorities
- Participate in departmental, college, and university service
Minimum Qualification
- PhD in Plant Ecology, Soil Fertility, Plant nutrition, Environmental Science, Desert Ecology, Natural Resources or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated research productivity in areas such as: Plant ecology in arid environments, Soil fertility and nutrient ecosystem, Salinity and drought stress management, Soil microbiome and ecosystem functioning
- Evidence of effective teaching at the university level
- Strong communication skills in English
Preferred Qualification
- Areas of Specialization: Desert Soil Ecology & Biogeochemistry, Saline and Marginal Soil Management, Soil Microbiome & Plant–Microbe Interactions, Climate Smart Agriculture, Environmental Soil Physics & Hydrology, Bioremediation & Soil Pollution, Desert Agroecosystems & Crop Productivity
- Experience working in arid and semi arid environments
- Record of successful research grant acquisition or participation in international projects
- Experience in interdisciplinary and applied research linked to food security and sustainability
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