Employment Opportunities

	Job Opportunity for Geography Professor at AUCA Full -time Geography Professor The General Education Department announces an opportunity to join our University and department as a Geography Professor. We are seeking an experienced professional, who specializes in Geography of Kyrgyzstan and has demonstrated experience in teaching for more than three years. Position: Full -time Geography Professor Department: General Education Location: American University of Central Asia, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan Deadline: date open Start date: August 1, 2024 Responsibilities: - Conducting lectures, seminars, and workshops in various areas of geography. - Coordinating preparation of state examination materials and supervision of state exams. - Contributing to the development of curriculum and course materials. - Participating in departmental meetings and collaborative initiatives. Qualifications: - An M.A. and/ or Ph.D. in General Geography, Ecology, and other related fields. - Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a commitment to student success. - Active research expertise within the field. - Ability to contribute to the academic community through service and collaboration. - Proficient command of academic English. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following documents by 15^th of March to: gened@auca.kg and human_resources@auca.kg Cover letter detailing your teaching philosophy, research interests, and why you are a suitable candidate for the position. Curriculum vitae with three professional references. AUCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our community. We encourage applications from candidates who contribute to the diversity of our university. Link to this block: https://orient2020.auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b1100
	Russian Language and Literature Instructor Russian Language and Literature Instructor Position: Russian Language and Literature Instructor Location: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan Institution: American University of Central Asia Deadline: date open Job Description: The General Education Department invites applications for a full-time position in Russian Language and Literature Instructor beginning August 1, 2024. The successful candidate should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and service to the department and institution. Responsibilities include: - Teaching Russian Language and Literature to the undergraduate students ranging from beginners to advanced levels. - Developing innovative and engaging curriculum materials to support language instruction and cultural immersion. - Conducting scholarly research in the field of Russian language and literature, leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at academic conferences. - Contributing to the academic community through departmental and university service, including participation in committees and engagement with relevant academic organizations. Qualifications: - Ph.D. in Russian Language and Literature. - Proficient command of academic English. - Demonstrated excellence in teaching Russian as a foreign language at the university level for more than three years. - Strong research agenda and potential for scholarly productivity in the field of Russian language and literature. - Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and a commitment to fostering inclusivity and equity in the classroom. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following documents to gened@auca.kg and human_resources@auca.kg : Cover letter detailing a candidate’s teaching philosophy, research interests, and why one is a suitable candidate for the position. Curriculum vitae with three professional references. AUCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our community. We encourage applications from candidates who contribute to the diversity of our university. Contact Information: For inquiries about the position or application process, please contact at gened@auca.kg. Link to this block: https://orient2020.auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b1102
	FYSem/SYSem Position Assistant Professor FYSem/SYSem Position: Assistant Professor Status: Full-time Program: First-Year Seminar, Second-Year Seminar, and English Composition Deadline: May 15, 2024 The Department of General Education at the American University of Central Asia invites applications from candidates for 2 full-time faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. SUMMARY OF POSITION The position will involve teaching at least six undergraduate-level courses a year (three per semester) in First-year Seminar (FYS), Second-year Seminar (SYS), and English Composition. These courses are General Education requirements for the joint AUCA̧–Bard College degree, focusing on developing and enhancing students’ basic skills in academic reading, writing, thinking, and speaking. FYS and English Composition are taught in combination, based on a common syllabus across all sections, with a focus on key texts and ideas in historical thought and cultural monuments. SYS is a topics course that continues and builds upon the work of FYS and English Composition, with individual faculty free to choose the topic of the course based on their teaching and research expertise. Accommodations in teaching load may be offered based on research activities. Responsibilities also include service activities at the departmental and university levels. REQUIREMENTS MA/MSc or Ph.D., preferably in arts, humanities, or social sciences Experience of teaching in an English-medium university environment Excellent command of Academic English (all courses are taught in English) Evidence of experience and commitment to writing-based pedagogy APPLICATION DETAILS The deadline for applications is May 15, 2024. Shortlisted candidates may expect to be contacted for an interview. The start date is August 1, 2024. Applicants must submit the following: Cover letter detailing your teaching philosophy, and why you are suitable for the position CV with two references Please submit your applications both to the General Education Office gened@auca.kg and to the Office of Human Resources at human_resources@auca.kg with the subject line “Application for FYS/SYS/Comp. (GenEd Assistant Professor)” For any questions or concerns, please contact the FYS/SYS Director and Co-Chair of the General Education Department at conde_m@auca.kg Link to this block: https://orient2020.auca.kg/en/employee_opportunities/#b1104