Assistant/Associate Professor

Job Description

The Department of Information Systems and Security (ISS) at the College of Information Technology (CIT), United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is seeking highly qualified individuals to apply for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Information Security with a focus on Secure Intelligent Systems. CIT is looking for candidates who can contribute to its expanding undergraduate and graduate programs in Information Security and related areas through outstanding teaching and research. As an Assistant/Associate Professor, you will have the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and collaborate with industry partners to advance knowledge and practice in securing Intelligent Systems. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Information Security, Computer Science, or a closely related field. They must have a strong record of published research findings in top-tier journals and highly reputable conferences in the areas of Information Security, Intelligent Systems, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Additionally, they should demonstrate research capabilities to develop and maintain research grants in the above-mentioned areas. Conducting Interdisciplinary research in fields where Secure Intelligent Systems can be applied is a plus. Innovative teaching skills, along with experience in blended learning and other interactive teaching methodologies, are highly desired. CIT offers undergraduate programs in Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering. Additionally, it hosts several graduate programs, including an M.Sc. in Information Security, an M.Sc. in IT Management, an M.Sc. in Internet of Things, an M.Sc. in Software Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Informatics and Computing. For more details on the programs offered by CIT and other information, please visit the College website: https://www.uaeu.ac.ae/en/cit/. The UAE University is the UAE national premier research university, and it is ranked by QS World University ranking in the top 50 universities under 50 years. For more information about the UAE University please visit: http://www.uaeu.ac.ae/en/. The application package should include a cover letter, full curriculum vitae, a brief statement of current and future research interests, evidence of excellence in research and teaching, and names and contact information for three references. English is the language of instruction and communication in the CIT. All applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae/search.jsp (under CIT). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an online interview.

Minimum Qualification

— Ph.D. in Information Security, Computer Science, or a closely related field. — Solid record of research in artificial intelligence applications in Information Security. — Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to secure intelligent systems.

Preferred Qualification

— Strong background in applied artificial intelligence in securing intelligent systems. — Knowledge of emerging trends in securing intelligent systems, such as explainable AI. — Experience in teaching machine learning, intelligent systems, and information security courses. — Demonstrated record of securing research grants and approved patents.

Expected Skills

Research capabilities to develop and maintain research grants in the areas of Information Security, Intelligent Systems, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Close Date     Kindly apply before the closing date.

31/07/2024