Entrepreneurship Faculty

The School of Management at Canadian University Dubai invites applications for a full time faculty position in Entrepreneurship starting from the Spring Semester 2026-2027. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, engage in high quality research, and support academic leadership within the Department. The role requires a strong commitment to advancing entrepreneurial education, applied innovation, and practice based learning within a diverse and growing academic environment. Candidates with experience in curriculum development, programme coordination, or broader academic leadership are encouraged to apply. Professional or consultancy experience in entrepreneurship, venture development, or innovation ecosystems will be considered an asset.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship or a closely related discipline from a QS Top 500 and Internationally accredited institution
• Minimum relevant academic experience with strong teaching performance at undergraduate and, ideally, postgraduate levels
• A record of research activity demonstrated through publications in reputable, peer reviewed Scopus indexed journals
• Experience in academic administration, programme development, committee participation, or similar leadership roles
• Evidence of integrating entrepreneurship practice, innovation methods, and applied learning in teaching and supervision
• Fluency in English

Desirable assets

• Professional practice or consultancy experience in entrepreneurship, start up development, or innovation management
• Familiarity with Canadian higher education systems or professional standards
• Prior teaching experience in the Middle East
• Candidates with Canadian academic links or experience will be given priority

Key Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per regular semester at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including courses within Entrepreneurship and related areas
• Supervise student projects, independent studies, and research, and provide academic mentoring
• Engage in ongoing research and scholarship aligned with entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture development, with an expectation of producing at least two publications per year in reputable peer reviewed outlets (preferably Q1 or Q2 Scopus indexed)
• Contribute to curriculum review, programme development, and the enhancement of entrepreneurship related courses
• Support departmental and school level initiatives, including accreditation, quality assurance, and strategic projects
• Pursue externally funded research, industry collaboration, or community based initiatives related to entrepreneurship and innovation
• Participate in university service, including committees, student engagement activities, professional development events, and community outreach
• Represent the School and University in professional, academic, and industry forums as required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Our eligible faculty enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, including:
• Competitive Tax-free salary
• Generous academic annual leave
• Housing & Transportation allowance
• Annual flights for self, spouse, and dependent children
• International health insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children
• Life Insurance
• Children’s education allowance
• Relocation/shipping allowance
• Professional development opportunities
• Full access to campus facilities
• Research and innovation funding support
• Paid sick leave, Maternity leave, Paternity leave, and other leave categories as applicable
• Working visa and residence permit in the UAE for self, spouse, and dependent children