Computer Science Part Time Faculty

Job Description

The School of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Canadian University Dubai (CUD) is is seeking highly qualified part-time faculty members specializing in Computer Science with a great academic track-record of teaching and publications to teach and support our academic programs. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction, maintain academic standards, and contribute to program development on a part-time basis, in alignment with university and UAE Ministry of Higher Education requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed Ph.D. from an accredited university with a specialization in the Computer Science, Data Mining, Programing, and Information Structure.
• Minimum of college-level teaching experience.
• Utilizes innovative teaching strategies.
• Demonstrated research agenda in the area of expertise.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse student population.
• Contacts with industry leaders and ability to expand university-industry partnerships.
• Evidence of experience with course development.
  
  

Please note: Preference will be given to candidates with Canadian affiliation in the form of Canadian qualifications, lecturing at a Canadian University and some form of linkage to Canada/North America.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Academic Duties (Part-Time Load):

• Teach assigned courses in (up to 6 credit hours per semester; equivalent to 2 courses) in the following specialization:
• Math
• Computer Science
• Data mining
• Programming
• Information structure
• Maintain accurate student records and submit grades to the Registry at midterm and final periods.
• Revise, update, and file lesson plans for each course taught, within one week of semester start.
• Deliver and update course syllabi in line with the official template.
• Recommend learning resources and course materials to enhance student learning.
• Assist in curriculum review, improvement, and new course development as needed.
• Supervise independent studies where applicable.
• Stay current with developments in the field through professional engagement.
  

Program And Departmental Support

• Serve as subject matter expert in Entrepreneurship.
• Support the Department Head and Program Chair in ensuring course and program alignment with university and accreditation requirements.
• Recommend curricular and resource enhancements to the Department Head.
• Report equipment and resource needs promptly.
  
  

Administrative & Community Engagement

• Attend faculty and departmental meetings when requested.
• Participate in orientation sessions, professional development workshops, and community engagement initiatives.
• Support the School’s accreditation and quality assurance activities.
• Represent the University in professional and academic forums as requested.
  
  

Commitment Required

This is a part-time teaching position requiring availability for scheduled class hours, limited office hours for student support, and attendance at designated faculty/department meetings.

About Us

Established in 2006, CUD is one of the most promising universities in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asian region, QS Ranked in the top 2% of Universities in the World, the #1 University in Dubai, and 21 st in the Arab Region according to the QS Arab Region Rankings 2025.

Our expanded City Walk campus hosts state-of-the-art amenities with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity. Combining all the essential elements of technology, the avant-garde campus brings a new experience to students, featuring: laboratories, research facilities, media studios, high-tech classrooms, a multipurpose theatre, gymnasium, student centre, plenty of dining and entertainment options, and many more!

With the world’s fastest growing population, Dubai is home to an exciting, diverse, multi-cultural blend of young, dynamic, professionals, all drawn to the Emirate for its unrivalled lifestyle and the outstanding employment prospects.