Open Rank: Assistant to Associate Professor of African Music

Open Rank: Assistant to Associate Professor of African Music

Overview

The Africa Institute (Global Studies University), Sharjah, UAE, is seeking applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in African and African Diaspora music, musicology, or ethnomusicology within the Department of Humanities.

The successful candidate must be specialized in research related to one or more regions within the African continent and are encouraged to have expertise in the African and African diaspora music.

About Us

Located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, and following the successful launch of The Africa Institute in 2018, Global Studies University was established in 2023 as a non‑profit institution for higher education by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. Read more .

Key Responsibilities

• Full‑time, 9‑month faculty position at The Africa Institute, Sharjah, UAE, starting in the Fall semester.
• Responsible for teaching two courses per semester in musicology and ethnomusicology (total four courses per academic year).
• Provide guidance and supervision to graduate students.
• Actively contribute to the interdisciplinary community within the Department and across the Institute.
• Engage in an active program of scholarly research and publication.
• Participate in committees and contribute to curriculum development.
• Supervise student research, master’s theses, and doctoral dissertations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in African music, musicology, or ethnomusicology at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum.
• Commitment to providing students with diverse learning experiences through teaching, research, and service.

How to Apply

• Applicants should submit electronically:
• Letter of application
• Contact information for three professional references
• Statement of teaching philosophy – highlighting successful teaching experiences and strategies for diverse classrooms
• Statement of research activities
• Writing sample – one of the following: Published journal article, Book chapter, Dissertation chapter (Length roughly equivalent to a standard academic journal article)

Submission

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Use the position title as the subject line of your email

Application Deadline

The position is open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

• Global Studies University is committed to equitable and fair employment practices and welcomes applications from candidates of all national, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. In accordance with UAE regulations, Emirati nationals are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Salary and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The package includes health insurance, housing, transportation, and children’s school fee allowances, subject to coordination of benefits.
• We anticipate a high volume of applications and appreciate your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Specifications

• Job Title: Open Rank: Assistant to Associate Professor of African Music
• Reporting Relationship: Dean, The Africa Institute, GSU
• Expected Starting Date: For immediate hire
• Job Status: Full-time
• Application Deadline: The position is open until filled