Associate Professor of Legal Studies and Business Ethics

The College of Business Administration (CBA) at Ajman University has an opening for the position of Assistant Professor of Legal Studies and Business Ethics, starting in Fall 2026/2027. The selected candidate will have primary teaching and research interests in the Legal Environment of Business and Business Ethics and will be expected to teach in graduate and undergraduate programs. The selected candidate will also be expected to actively engage with the business community. Preference will be given to candidates with professional legal or compliance experience. The College of Business Administration is accredited by AACSB.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Ph.D. in Business Law, Legal Studies, or a closely related field obtained from a reputable university.
• Two or more years of teaching experience in an internationally reputable university, preferably accredited by AACSB.
• Demonstrable record of excellence in developing and teaching (but not limited to) Legal Environment of Business, Business Ethics, Corporate Governance, Contract Law, and related courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Outstanding record of research and peer-reviewed publications in top-tier Business Law, Ethics, or related journals.
• A record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage.
• Demonstrable record of supervising student projects and dissertations.
• Excellent record of professional and community service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, deliver, and assess graduate and undergraduate courses in Legal Environment of Business, Business Ethics, Corporate Governance, Contract Law, and related areas.
• Engage in innovative and technology-based approaches to teaching and learning.
• Provide academic advising services to students.
• Conduct high-quality research and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences.
• Participate in committee and other service tasks at the department, college, and/or university levels as assigned.
• Actively engage in promoting the growth and visibility of Ajman University.
• Provide consultancy and other industry-facing services to Ajman University partners and members of the business community.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

APPLICATION PROCESS

A completed application will include:

• A letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• A statement of teaching and research philosophy.
• Copies of transcripts of doctoral (or other highest, as applicable) coursework.
• A list of three professional references with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses- including a current or previous supervisor.