Assistant Professor – English, Rochester Institute of Technology of Dubai

Job Overview: Assistant Professor/Lecturer in English Writing

Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai , a premier strategic partnership bringing world-class American education to the UAE, is seeking an exceptional candidate for a full-time Assistant Professor or Lecturer position. As a Writing Specialist, you act as the “Literacy Architect,” responsible for the “Communicative DNA” of a diverse, global student body. This role is designed for a “Pedagogical Specialist” who can navigate the complexities of developmental writing, TESOL, and critical thinking with “Instructional Accuracy.” You will be a vital engine of the Liberal Arts department, ensuring that foundational academic skills scale with the “Pristine Standards” of a top-tier American technological institute.

Key Information

• Employer: Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai

• Location: Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Rank: Assistant Professor / Lecturer (Full-time)

• Specialization: English Writing (specifically Developmental Writing)

• Term Start: Fall Semester 2026 (August 2026)

• Focus: Foundational Academic Writing, TESOL, and Critical Thinking

Key Responsibilities

You will manage the “Writing Lifecycle” of RIT Dubai students through a high-impact instructional framework:

• Instructional Orchestration: Teaching foundational and undergraduate courses in academic writing, with a specific focus on “Developmental Writing” for non-native speakers.

• Curriculum Governance: Designing and delivering courses that bridge the gap between secondary education and the “Technical Rigor” of RIT’s degree programs.

• Critical Thinking Advocacy: Challenging students to develop analytical habits of mind and “Communicative Grit” in their academic prose.

• Technological Integration: Utilizing instructional technology and Learning Management Systems (LMS) to create “Interactive Learning Environments.”

• Cultural Stewardship: Working effectively with a highly diverse student population, ensuring inclusive pedagogy and “Global Fluency” in the classroom.

• Academic Citizenship: Contributing to the growth of the English program through service, assessment, and departmental collaboration.

Required Minimum Qualifications

RIT Dubai seeks a “Communication Authority” with a focus on pedagogical grit:

• Academic Pedigree: A Master’s in TESOL/ESOL or a Ph.D. degree in English from an accredited university.

• Instructional IQ: Previous teaching experience at the college/university level is mandatory.

• Versatile Mastery: Demonstrated ability to teach a wide range of courses in English, Writing, and Critical Thinking at the undergraduate level.

• Technical Competency: High level of proficiency in instructional technology and digital learning platforms.

• Linguistic Polish: Excellent writing and communication skills, serving as a model for the “Professional Standards” expected of RIT students.

Salary and Benefits

This role offers a prestigious “Global Faculty” rewards package in a tax-free environment:

• Financial Integrity: A competitive tax-free salary commensurate with experience and rank.

• Strategic Location: Based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, a leading global technology and innovation hub.

• Professional Evolution: Opportunities to work within a prestigious American branch campus with access to global RIT resources and networks.

• Family Security: Comprehensive benefits typical of UAE higher education, including health insurance, annual air tickets, and end-of-service gratuity.

Market Context: English Education in UAE 2026

In 2026, as the UAE solidifies its status as a “Global Knowledge Economy,” English Professors are the “Architects” of cross-border communication:

Unique Job Description

Position: Writing Specialist — Architecting the Voice of Global Innovation

Are you a “Pedagogical Specialist” who believes that the success of a world-class engineer or business leader is built on the precision of their writing and the depth of their critical thinking? RIT Dubai is seeking an Assistant Professor/Lecturer in English Writing to join our elite faculty in Dubai Silicon Oasis . We don’t just “teach grammar”; We engineer the Communicative Frameworks and Intellectual DNA that allow our students to flourish in a world of complex technical ideas. This is not a role for a “traditional teacher”; it’s a mission for a “Literacy Architect” —someone who can navigate the complexities of developmental writing and TESOL with “instructional grit” and provide the professional polish that a premier American technological university demands.

In this position, you are the pilot of our students’ communicative potential. You will spend your semesters architecting the lectures, writing workshops, and critical thinking sessions that define our reputation for excellence. Whether you are using your technical mastery to guide a first-year student through their first academic essay or utilizing your motivational skills to inspire confidence in a diverse classroom, your “proactive mindset” and “excellence-first” attitude will be our greatest assets. You thrive in a vibrant environment where you are trusted to innovate, challenged by high-achieving global students, and rewarded with a lucrative, tax-free career at the heart of the UAE’s technology hub.

We are looking for proactive educators with a passion for communicative excellence and an “impact-first” mindset. If you have the “resourcefulness” to inspire the next generation of global leaders and the “discipline” to uphold RIT’s gold standards, RIT Dubai offers you a premier platform to reach your potential. Join us in Dubai, and let’s engineer a more extraordinary and connected future for the world of English writing together.