"Academic Specialist in the Academic Enrichment Program (Open Rank)"

NYU Abu Dhabi is pioneering a new model of higher education for a global world, dedicated to excellence in teaching and research and to advancing cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU global network, it offers an outstanding liberal arts and sciences education to students from the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and around the world, with a distinctive focus on intercultural understanding and leadership. It supports innovative research and graduate education programs that push forward the frontiers of knowledge and respond in powerful and interdisciplinary ways to vital global and local challenges.

The Academic Enrichment Program at NYU Abu Dhabi is seeking to appoint a dedicated Academic Specialist to enhance the academic experience of our students. This role involves providing individualized and group support to students, assisting with the development and implementation of academic programs, and managing various administrative tasks related to student services. A key role of the Academic Specialist is to support students in the Academic Enrichment Program (AEP), particularly in areas of critical reading and thinking, writing, academic presentation skills, and quantitative reasoning. The ideal candidate will be proactive, student-focused, and skilled in providing academic and administrative support. The position requires a willingness to cooperate and plan, alongside faculty, to meet individual student needs as well as to help the students meet program outcomes, support the program and course curriculum, and assist the Senior Director in reaching targeted 4-year graduation rates. The candidate will work with the Senior Director on Administrative tasks as well as data collection and analysis of the program's effectiveness.

The Academic Enrichment program supports 90-100 first-year students annually and continues to advise, mentor, and track the progress of AEP students in cohorts from their second year through their senior year. The program has a current team of two FTE faculty, including the Senior Director, one adjunct faculty member, and 2 Writing Instructors. The position is designed to support Emirati students who will impact the larger social structure and economic sectors of the UAE.

About NYU Abu Dhabi: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.

NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD: At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty/academic staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.

Qualifications: Master’s degree with consistently demonstrated excellence and experience in higher education teaching and liberal arts education. TESOL, Teaching Certification, Higher Education Experience.

Required Experience: Experience in teaching and academic support in the Humanities or Social Sciences. Experience working with a diverse student body and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Experience and proficiency in supporting students in academic coursework and university transitions. Experience and proficiency in the planning, coordination, and implementation of projects and programs. Excellent presentation, written, and oral communication skills in English. Experience in planning and assessment. Experience in data collection and analysis.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge and experience in equity and inclusion, cultural competence, and conflict management. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, administrators, and external partners and stakeholders. Ability to appreciate and incorporate diverse learning styles, educational backgrounds, and communication styles. Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels. Excellent listening skills to accurately understand others and provide effective feedback. Good judgment, discretion, independence, and initiative. A capacity to work collegially and collaboratively.

Preferred Experience: A strategic thinker who actively seeks to align processes and programs with institutional values and context. Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and colleagues. Cultural humility and the ability to engage in the process of self-reflection and self-critique to learn about others and examine their own beliefs and cultural identities.

Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please submit the following documents: Cover Letter, CV, You will be prompted to submit the contact information for three referees who will then be prompted by email to upload their confidential letters of recommendation to NYUAD’s online application system, Interfolio. The application will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The successful candidate is expected to start employment in Abu Dhabi during the Academic Year 2025-2026 or 2026-2027. NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu.