Director | The Center for Arabic Studies and Islamic Civilizations (CASIC)
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American University of Sharjah invites applications for the full-time CASIC Faculty Director position. The successful candidate will lead the center, serve as Co-Chair of the UNESCO Chair in Arabic Language, AI, and Digital Heritage, and shape research strategy in Arabic studies and Islamic civilization.
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Responsibilities
- Provide academic leadership for CASIC and serve as Co Chair of the UNESCO Chair in Arabic Language, AI, and Digital Heritage
- Shape the center’s long term strategy, set clear priorities, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration
- Build research programs combining scholarly traditions of Arab and Islamic civilizations with contemporary methods
- Build partnerships with local and international institutions and researchers
- Support graduate student research, postdoctoral fellowships, and visiting scholars
Requirements
- PhD in a relevant field (Arabic studies, Islamic civilization, or closely related discipline)
- Excellent record of academic and research leadership
- Prepared to relocate to the UAE by December 2026
- Significant experience in American model of higher education
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Position Overview
- The Center for Arabic Studies and Islamic Civilizations (CASIC) at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for the full time CASIC Faculty Director position.
- The successful candidate will have a specialization in a relevant field of Arabic studies, Islamic civilization, or a closely related discipline.
- The successful candidate will also serve as Co Chair of the UNESCO Chair in Arabic Language, AI, and Digital Heritage.
Role and Responsibilities
- Provide academic leadership and build partnerships that advance the Chair’s research, education, and outreach.
- Shape the center’s long term strategy, set clear priorities, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Build research programs that combine the scholarly traditions of Arab and Islamic civilizations with contemporary methods.
- Build the center into a globally recognized hub for the study of Arab and Islamic civilizations.
- Invest in talent development by supporting graduate student research, postdoctoral fellowships, and visiting scholars.
Qualifications
- PhD in a relevant field at the time of appointment.
- Excellent record of academic and research leadership.
- Prepared to relocate to the UAE by December 2026.
- Significant experience in American model of higher education.
How To Apply
- Please fill the application Form.
- Complete application includes: letter of application, curriculum vitae, list of three referees with contact information, research statement, teaching statement, chapter or article length publication sample, and evidence of prior research leadership experience.
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