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Adjunct Faculty - Economics and Finance - BAL

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

De Montfort University Dubai is an ambitious, globally minded university committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning. We offer a sector-leading student experience, supported by award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers demand.

The Role

We are seeking an Adjunct Faculty in Economics and Finance to deliver high-quality teaching and support student learning across a range of Economics and Finance programmes. The role includes:

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and deliver innovative teaching sessions and student seminars, focusing on student engagement and learning outcomes.
Support students in their academic and practical learning, including industry engagement relevant to their modules.
Assist programme leads in managing allocated modules.
Contribute to programme development and the subject area, collaborating with the programme team and wider faculty.
Participate in the University’s Quality Assurance processes and adhere to all guidelines.
Lead allocated modules and perform related administrative duties.
Act in a collegiate and cooperative manner with staff and students, upholding the values of DMU Dubai.

Teaching Blocks:

Block 1: Applied Microeconomics (29 September – 7 November 2025)
Block 3: Applied Macroeconomics (09 February – 20 March 2026)
Block 4: Data Management and Visualisation (Tableau, Power BI) (20 April – 29 May 2026)
Each block consists of six weeks of teaching followed by an exam week.

Additional Responsibilities:

Prepare assessments and exam materials, invigilation, and documentation for external examiners.
Support students requiring additional guidance.
Contribute to the development of faculty initiatives, international partnerships, and collaborative research.

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications:

A relevant honours degree and a postgraduate degree or professional qualification, both attested and accompanied by a UAE Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate.
PhD in a related field is preferred.

Experience:

Teaching Economics and Finance disciplines in a Higher Education institution for 2–4 years, preferably in the UK system.
Experience managing modules and curriculum development.

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

Expertise in Applied Microeconomics, Applied Macroeconomics, or Data Management & Visualisation.
Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., R, Python).
Ability to deliver high-quality teaching, assessments, and student support.

Skills & Attributes:

Evidence of innovation and excellence in teaching and learning.
Motivation to mentor students and deliver an outstanding student experience.
Sensitivity to diverse staff and student needs and the ability to respond appropriately.
Effective communication skills, including presentation and written communication.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Commitment to contributing to faculty development, particularly internationally.
Commitment to DMU Dubai’s values, equality, and diversity policy.

Why Join DMU Dubai?

DMU Dubai is a branch campus of DMU Leicester, UK, delivering British higher education standards in a modern, multicultural environment. As an Adjunct Lecturer in Economics and Finance, you will play a vital role in preparing the next generation of business professionals while contributing to transnational education excellence and industry-relevant learning experiences.

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