Assistant Professor in Information Systems and Business Analytics – American University of Sharjah
Position Overview
The Department of Accounting and Information Systems at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for two full-time Assistant Professor positions in Information Systems and Business Analytics at its campus in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
The department welcomes candidates from a range of information systems and business analytics backgrounds, with particular interest in expertise or research interests in database management and business analytics.
Successful candidates will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, academic research, and departmental service. Appointments are expected to begin in the second week of August 2027, subject to budgetary approval.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach information systems and business analytics at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Contribute to the department's research and scholarly activities.
- Participate in departmental and institutional service.
Required Qualifications
- A PhD in Information Systems or Information Systems and Business Analytics from an AACSB-accredited university.
- A PhD completed within the last five years or nearing completion, with completion within the last three years preferred.
- Evidence of academic publications and promising research potential.
- Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Preferred Qualifications
- A PhD from a North American AACSB-accredited institution.
- Interest or expertise in database management and business analytics.
Compensation and Benefits
AUS offers a competitive, tax-free salary commensurate with experience, together with:
- Free housing.
- Paid utilities.
- Other attractive employment benefits.
About the School of Business Administration
The School of Business Administration at AUS enrolls more than 1,900 undergraduate and graduate students and has held accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since April 2011.
The school offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with majors in accounting, economics, finance, information systems and business analytics, management, marketing, and supply chain management. It also offers a Bachelor of Arts in Economics.
Graduate programs include:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Business Data Analytics
- Master of Science in Accounting
- Master of Science in Economics and Policy
- Master of Science in Finance
- PhD in Finance
- PhD in Management
The school is ranked third in the UAE and among the top 300 universities globally for business and management studies in the 2026 QS rankings. It is also ranked first (tied) in the UAE and among the top 250 globally for accounting and finance.
About American University of Sharjah
American University of Sharjah is an independent, nonprofit, coeducational university offering an American-style education. The university serves more than 6,000 students representing over 100 nationalities, with English as the language of instruction and the workplace.
Located in Sharjah's University City, the campus is adjacent to the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, providing opportunities for interdisciplinary research and engagement with the UAE's innovation sector.
AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the UAE's Commission for Academic Accreditation. The university has also held accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the United States since June 2004.
Learn more at the American University of Sharjah website.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications to Ms. Andrea Recheta, Administrative Assistant, Department of Accounting and Information Systems, through the university's online application form.
Applications must include:
- Cover letter explaining the candidate's interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae (CV) detailing teaching experience, publications and work in progress, and contact information for at least three references.
- Teaching philosophy statement.
Submit Your Application – American University of Sharjah
Application Deadline: December 31, 2026
Applications will be reviewed immediately. Additional documents may be requested from shortlisted candidates, and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
The positions are subject to budgetary approval, with an anticipated start date in the second week of August 2027.