Employment Opportunities

	Business Administration Department Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Operations and Information Management Work type: Full-time Location: American University of Central Asia Categories: Finance, marketing, management, economics, and entrepreneurship. The Business Administration Department, American University of Central Asia, is seeking full- and part-time Instructors responsible for teaching core business subjects: finance, marketing, management, economics, and entrepreneurship. AUCA Business Administration, widely recognized as one of the top business programs in the region, is expanding its course offering and invites qualified faculty for both part- and full-time positions. The successful candidate will be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through their research, teaching, and public engagement the richness of diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; contribute to the development of pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university): DBA, Ph.D. or Master’s degree in business, business management, business administration, accountancy, finance, marketing, or business education OR Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND master’s degree in economics, personnel management, public administration OR Bachelor’s degree in economics with a business emphasis AND master’s degree in personnel management, public administration OR The equivalent. If you do not possess the EXACT minimum qualifications (i.e. you do not possess the exact degree listed) and believe that you meet the minimum qualifications via equivalency, please fill out the equivalency petition form in the document section of the online application. Additionally, if you are unsure that you meet the minimum qualifications, please fill out the equivalency form. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated commitment to student learning and to the success of all students in the open-access learning environment of a community college; Demonstrated sensitivity to issues of diversity, and ability to motivate and teach community college students of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, sexual orientations, genders, cultures, and learning styles, as well as students with disabilities or varied levels of academic preparation; Commitment to professional growth and development, and to innovation and improvement of teaching; Ability to assume faculty responsibilities beyond the classroom in a shared governance environment, including committee membership, student club advising, connecting with the local business community, and administrative department duties and reporting; Demonstrated excellence in preparation and knowledge in the business law subject area, including demonstrated work experience in business-related areas associated with the use of law or work experience in the legal profession; Ability to teach general business classes. APPOINTMENT TERMS This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2020. The primary academic appointment for the successful candidates will be at the AUCA campus with the possibility of assignment Link to this block: https://auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b612
	Assistant Professor, International and Comparative Politics International candidates The Department of International and Comparative Politics at the American University of Central Asia is inviting applications from international candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. Preferable candidates will hold a Ph.D. in the related fields and have a specialization in International Relations, Political Economy, or Comparative Politics. The area of research interest is open. Full-time faculty are expected to teach at least six undergraduate-level courses (three per term), participate in academic advising of at least 10 ICP students, and supervise at least two senior theses per academic year. Responsibilities and expectations also include participation in departmental activities and university life. AUCA provides visa support, accommodation allowance, and a travel allowance for the international faculty. The deadline for applications is March 8, 2020. Shortlisted candidates may expect to be contacted for an interview by mid-March. The final offer is subject to budgetary approval. Interested candidates must submit their CV, cover letter, two reference letters, and a statement of their teaching philosophy (max. 1000 words). Supporting documents such as sample syllabi and summary of teaching evaluations are welcome. Please submit your applications to Ms. Nargiza Alieva at icp@auca.kg For any questions or concerns, please contact the Chair of the ICP Department, Dr. Farhad Kerimov, at kerimov_f@auca.kg Link to this block: https://auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b616
	Assistant Professor, International and Comparative Politics Local candidates The Department of International and Comparative Politics at the American University of Central Asia is inviting applications from candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor levels. The position is open to citizens of or permanent residents in the Kyrgyz Republic. Preferable candidates will hold or expect a Ph.D. in the related fields in the next two years. The area of research interest is open. Full-time faculty are expected to teach at least six undergraduate-level courses (three per term), participate in academic advising of at least 10 ICP students, and supervise at least two senior theses per academic year. Responsibilities and expectations also include participation in departmental activities and university life. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2020. Shortlisted candidates may expect to be contacted for an interview by mid-March. The final offer is subject to budgetary approval. Interested candidates must submit their CV, cover letter, two reference letters, and a statement of their teaching philosophy (max. 1000 words). Supporting documents such as sample syllabi and summary of teaching evaluations are welcome. Please submit your applications to Ms. Nargiza Alieva at icp@auca.kg For any questions or concerns, please contact the Chair of the ICP Department, Dr. Farhad Kerimov, at kerimov_f@auca.kg Link to this block: https://auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b617
	New Generation Academy ESL/EFL Instructor/Assistant Professor Position: ESL/EFL Instructor/Assistant Professor Status: Full-time Department: NGA - New Generation Academy (AUCA’s Preparatory Program) Deadline: March 15, 2020 Area of Teaching: English language (English for Academic Purposes, Academic Writing, and TOEFL Test Preparation). The American University of Central Asia’s New Generation Academy is seeking an ESL/EFL specialist to teach English for Academic Purposes, Academic Writing, and TOEFL Test Preparation courses for the academic year 2020-2021. New Generation Academy is AUCA’s one-year preparatory program aimed at preparing students for AUCA admission exams and liberal arts undergraduate education requirements. This position is a full-time position. SUMMARY OF POSITION Reporting directly to the NGA Director, the ESL/EFL Instructor/Assistant Director is responsible for planning, teaching and evaluating assigned classes in accordance with the NGA curriculum, with assistance from the NGA Director, Senior Instructors, and Instructors; for maintaining student class records; for fulfilling administrative duties as required and/or requested by the Program; and for participating in professional development activities such as workshops and meetings. Requirements: BA in Humanities and certification in TESOL/TEFL/CELTA are required, MA in TESOL or Applied Linguistics preferred Minimum one-year university/college-level experience teaching ESL Strong background in English grammar Strong presentation, communication, and writing skills Basic computer skills Ability to move from building to building between classes and across college campuses Compensation: commensurate with experience and education. To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy, a sample syllabus and two Letters of Reference (scanned copies are acceptable) to nga@auca.kg (Subject: "ESL/EFL Instructor/Assistant Professor") and put the Office of Human Resources cc-ed in your e-mail via human_resources@auca.kg by March 15, 2020 Link to this block: https://auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b628
	Master of Arts Program in Applied Psychology (MAPAP) Full-time non-tenure track international faculty position Interested candidates should provide a CV, a Cover Letter and 2 recommendation letters from relevant employers (supervisors and professors included) to psyc@auca.kg before June 1^st, 2020. Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions. Program information: MAPAP is a 2-year full-time master of arts program in psychology (https://dss.auca.kg/master-in-applied-psychology/), which provides students with coursework, internship and research experience, and prepares graduates for a career in adult and adolescent counseling and conducting research in social sciences. Join a vibrant faculty team of a young program that shares values of diversity, social justice, student-centered teaching, and community service. University information: AUCA is a liberal arts English-speaking university with diverse student body and faculty, which new 2015 campus is located in Bishkek, the multinational capital city of Kyrgyzstan, among picturesque mountainous landscapes. Most AUCA departments offer joint degrees with Bard College of USA. International faculty have an opportunity to conduct community-based research and service. University offers generous airfare and accommodation funds for international faculty, on top of the agreed salary. Expectations: Ph.D., PsyD, EdD, DSW or a related degree in psychology, counseling psychology, clinical psychology or social work Teaching, clinical or research experience are expected Doctoral graduates of 2020 are welcome to apply Responsibilities: Full-time teaching of master-level and undergraduate classes for students of psychology Conducting research in psychology and/or related disciplines Supervision of 1-2 master dissertations or 1-2 undergraduate theses per academic year Service to the University and the Department Clinical work on campus and outside of it, including supervision, is possible Link to this block: https://auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b637