Assistant Professor in Criminal law

Role Overview

Assistant Professor in Criminal Law at Ajman University. The role involves teaching and developing courses in Criminal Law, supporting student learning, contributing to research output, and participating in accreditation activities.

Role Purpose

Deliver high-quality instruction in Criminal Law while building an active research profile, managing student progress, and supporting institutional accreditation efforts in alignment with the University's three fundamental standards: Teaching, Research, and Community Service.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Course Development

• Develop and deliver courses to students in specified areas of Criminal Law, in alignment with the University's three fundamental standards: Teaching, Research, and Community Service.
• Research, organize, and manage instructional resources, course outlines, and professional networks.
• Actively seek innovative methods, procedures, and resources to achieve course objectives effectively.

Student Support

• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress, providing constructive feedback to support academic success.

Institutional Engagement

• Support and participate in institutional and programmatic accreditation initiatives.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD in Law, with a specialization directly related to Criminal Law.
• Assistant Professor rank (only candidates holding this rank are eligible).
• Minimum of 2 years of university-level teaching experience in Criminal Law.
• Active and verifiable research profile on Scopus.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in Arabic and English.
• Ability to develop and deliver academic and professional presentations.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse and multicultural academic community.
• Strong ability to create, compose, and edit academic and administrative written materials.
• Demonstrated skills in program planning and implementation.
• Familiarity with computerized student information systems.
• Advanced proficiency in integrating educational technology, including the use of presentation tools, e-learning platforms, and digital reporting systems.