An Economics Professor teaches foundational economics ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the economics curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$90,890 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) invites NYU faculty based in New York and Shanghai to express interest in offering courses to teach at NYUAD as part of the Faculty Exchange Program, aligning with the curricular needs of our academic divisions: Arts & Humanities , Engineering , Science , and Social Science. Applicants are encouraged to review our current course offerings and the Core Curriculum program . Previous teaching experience at NYUAD is not a requirement. Located in Abu Dhabi, NYUAD serves as one of NYU's portal campuses, fostering a dynamic intellectual environment that embraces innovation and cross-cultural understanding. Our mission is to cultivate future leaders who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives to address the complex challenges of our interconnected world. By engaging with NYU faculty from different departments, backgrounds, and disciplines, NYUAD offers a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary collaboration, academic enrichment, and the cultivation of the next generation of global citizens. Appointments are assigned to faculty one year in advance.
Appointment durations include:
One full academic year (successful candidates will teach a minimum of three full-semester courses and should expect to teach their standard NYU course load) One semester (successful candidates will teach two full-semester courses) 7-week appointment in the fall or spring semester (successful candidates will teach one 7-week course) Summer Term 2028 (successful candidates will teach one summer term course) Faculty Exchange Residency (successful candidates may pursue this non-teaching option for a visit of up to three weeks for research and engagement with the NYUAD community). Successful applicants should anticipate fulfilling the full spectrum of normal responsibilities expected of NYU faculty. At NYUAD, this includes attending and actively participating in faculty meetings and committees, engaging in collaborative research endeavors and discussions on topics pertinent to their expertise, mentoring students and junior colleagues, and forging valuable partnerships to enrich NYU research endeavors. Successful applicants may have the opportunity to apply for research funding and to propose a public program at the NYUAD Institute . All faculty at NYUAD are invited to participate in development sessions organized by the NYUAD Center for Faculty Advancement and the Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning . The campus Arts Center and Art Gallery provide world-class events and programs. Information about living and working at NYUAD is described in the Horizons and Faculty Stories publications. The NYUAD Deans and the NYU Associate Vice Chancellor for Global Network Faculty Planning will review proposals on a rolling basis. Conversations about Faculty Exchange appointments with NYU or NYUAD deans, program heads, department chairs, faculty, or staff are not considered part of the formal process. Appointments are subject to the normal consultations and approvals by the relevant NYU School, Dean, and Department Chair, and are subject to final budget approval. Proposals submitted for previous years do not apply.
Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a full-time current faculty position at NYU New York or NYU Shanghai. Individuals who are not full-time NYU faculty should explore open NYUAD positions here . Applicants holding a full-time administrative position, such as department chair, should plan to apply to teach at NYUAD at the end of their duties.
