Political Science Lecturer, 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.

Description

The Political Science Program in the Division of Social Science is inviting applications for a Lecturer position. The successful candidate will oversee the capstone seminar sequence for senior undergraduate students enrolled in the Program’s International Affairs and Foreign Policy (IAFP) concentration, offer IAFP-designated classes, and assist the Head of Undergraduate Affairs in advising students. The capstone project is one of the culminating experiences for students at NYU Abu Dhabi. Every student will conduct capstone work in their fourth year, a year-long endeavor aiming at a significant piece of work appropriate to the IAFP concentration. The lecturer will train students in their capstone to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts and analytical methods in IAFP, including one or more of the following topics: conflict and cooperation dynamics, strategic interactions of states, international organizations, and non-state actors across domains such as war, terrorism, trade, development, finance, environment, and human rights. The candidate will be expected to run the capstone seminar sequence for 30 to 40 students in IAFP across two sections throughout the year, and offer two IAFP-designated courses each year. Participation in professional development opportunities, such as attending social science conferences, is expected and supported. The start date is flexible, but must start no later than August 2027.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

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.

Qualifications

We encourage applicants with a Ph.D. degree in political science or a related field.

An ideal applicant would be an excellent instructor and communicator, both orally and in written English. A candidate with an excellent teaching record and related work experience is highly desired.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following items:

• CV
• Teaching Statement detailing the candidate’s teaching philosophy and work experience
• Research Statement (optional)
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• Complete set of Transcripts
• To complete the application process, applicants will submit the contact information for three referees who will then be prompted to upload confidential letters of recommendation to NYU Abu Dhabi’s online application system, Interfolio

We will begin reviewing applications on June 1st and will continue on a rolling basis. If you have any questions, please e-mail nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu.