Academic Opportunities at Murdoch University Dubai

Join a growing Australian university branch campus in one of the world’s most dynamic education hubs! 

AboutOur Dubai Campus!   

Murdoch University Dubai is the vibrant branch campus of Murdoch University, based in Perth, Australia. Home to a diverse community of over 1,300 students, our campus offers a wide range of internationallyrecognised undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Located in the heart of Dubai’s thriving education hub, we combine global academic standards with local relevance, fostering an inclusive and innovative learning environment. 

Murdoch University Dubai isbuilding on its reputation in the region and is focused on growth,research andinnovation and high-quality student outcomes. The campus offers a collaborative academic environment, modern teaching and learning facilities, and the opportunity to contribute to an Australian university with a global outlook. 

Your New Role! 

Murdoch University Dubai isinviting applications forsixacademicleadershippositions(refer to the attached DutyStatements for role-specific responsibilities): 

• Discipline Lead – Psychology & Criminology 

• Discipline Lead – Business 

• Discipline Lead – Education 

• Subject Lead – AI & Data Science 

• Subject Lead – Cyber Security & Computer Science 

• Subject Lead – Accounting & Finance 

The roles offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to the next stage of growth for Murdoch University’s branch campus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 

We areseeking talented, student-centred academics to join our collegial and growing campus community.Successful candidates will be appointed to an academic position at a levelcommensurate with their qualifications, experience, academicstanding and discipline requirements, ranging fromLecturer (AU) /Assistant Professor (US) to Professor (AU) / Full Professor, Senior Distinguished Level (US). 

As a member of our academic team, you will deliver high-quality teaching, support student success, contribute to curriculum development and academic quality, and engage in research and scholarly activity aligned with Murdoch University’s standards and strategic priorities. 

These are academic appointments with responsibilities across both teaching and research. The role will involve curriculum delivery, unit coordination, assessment and moderation, student consultation and supervision, participation in academic governance and quality processes, industry engagement, and scholarly or research activityappropriate to the level of appointment. 

Applicants should review both: 

• The relevant Duty Statement, which outlines the leadership responsibilities and role-specific requirements of the advertised position. 

• The Academic Position Description, which outlines the teaching, research,service and academic expectations associated with the level of appointment. 
   

Academic Position Descriptions 

• Lecturer (AU) / Assistant Professor (US) 

• Senior Lecturer (AU) / Associate Professor (US) 

• Associate Professor (AU) / Professor - Full Professor (US) 

• Professor (AU) / Full Professor Senior - Distinguished Level (US) 

What We Offer You! 

This is an opportunity to join a campus with momentum. For academics who enjoy teaching, curriculum development, student engagement, and the practical application of research and scholarship, these roles offer a unique opportunity to shape the learning experiences of students in Dubai while remaining connected to Murdoch University’s broader academic community in Western Australia and across its global network. 

These positions are offered asfixed-term, full-time appointments foran initial three-year term. The nominal workload profile is expected to be approximately85% teaching/service/leadership and 15% research, providing a strong focus on teaching while supporting ongoing research, scholarship, and professional contribution. 

• 22daysannual holidayleave,pluspublicholidays 

• Travel allowance - for employee and up to 3eligible dependent family members 

• Private healthinsurance – for employee and up to 3 eligible dependent family members 

• Childeducation allowance-for up to 2 dependents 

• Access to research opportunities  

Whatyou’ll bring to the role 

Depending on the level of appointment, applicants will be expected todemonstratean appropriate combination of: 

• Relevant disciplinaryexpertise and academic qualificationsappropriate to the level of appointment. 

• Higher education teaching experience, including curriculum delivery, assessment and moderation capability. 

• Research, scholarly activity and/or professional contributionappropriate to discipline and career stage. 

• Industry, professional or community engagement relevant to the discipline area. 

• Academic coordination, governance,leadership or quality assurance experience, where relevant to the level of appointment. 

• A commitment to excellent teaching, studentlearning and student success. 

• The ability to work effectively in a diverse,multicultural and transnational education environment. 

Join us! 

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along withsubmitting the following documents to support your application -  

• Your most recent resume (CV)  

• A brief cover letter outliningyourdiscipline area, academic levelsought, teaching experience, research or scholarly contribution,andleadershipexperience. 

Applicationssubmitted by post or email will not be accepted.Visa sponsorship and relocationareavailable. 

Please seetheApplicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensureappropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process. 

Contact Us 

For enquiries about the opportunities on offer please reach out to Professor Michael Gallimore, DeanandAcademicPresidentof Dubai,Michael.Gallimore@murdoch.edu.au and quoteJR105796 as the reference. 

ApplicationsClose on18 September 2026 (11.59pm AWST) 

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Interviews may be scheduled upon application during the advertising period. 

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives,skills and experience that people fromdifferent backgrounds bring to strengthenits workforce. 

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.