Program: BS in Nursing

Position Overview: The American University of Armenia (AUA) invites applications for a full-time position (Assistant or Associate Professor or Lecturer) in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the Turpanjian College of Health Sciences (TCHS). The program seeks a dynamic nurse educator committed to advancing evidence-based practice, student-centered teaching, and the development of Armenia’s nursing workforce.  Appointment at the rank of Lecturer, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate nursing education through classroom, clinical, and skills-lab instruction, curriculum development, and active engagement in program growth.  Physical presence in Yerevan, Armenia during the entire academic year is required. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027 or shortly thereafter. 

Established in 1995, the mission of the TCHS is to improve population health and health services in Armenia and beyond through interdisciplinary education, transformative research, and development of health professionals to be leaders in public health, nursing, health services research and evaluation, as well as health care delivery and management. The TCHS is actively engaged in an increasingly extensive portfolio of projects in Armenia and the region.  The TCHS collaborates with world renowned Schools of Nursing and Public Health. The BSN program at TCHS was established in 2022 as the first accredited BSN program in Armenia. It is a bridging program intended for nurses who hold a nursing diploma at the college level and seek a higher education degree in nursing.

About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system.

Position Overview: The Akian College of Science and Engineering (ACSE) at the American University of Armenia invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Applied Mathematics at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting in July 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and curriculum development in mathematics and quantitative methods across ACSE programs, including Computer Science, Data Science, and Engineering-related disciplines, and will maintain an active research agenda in applied mathematics and related fields. Faculty members at AUA are expected to teach three courses per semester, engage in program development and university service, and pursue high-quality, peer-reviewed research.

About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system, which has significantly influenced its academic development.

Institution: American University of Armenia (AUA)

College: Open (Business and Economics; Science and Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; Health Sciences)

Location: Yerevan, the capital of the Republic of Armenia

Job Type: Endowed, Associate Professor or Professor

Position Overview

The American University of Armenia (AUA) invites applications for the William Frazer Endowed Named Professorship, a full-time faculty position open to distinguished scholars in science and engineering, broadly construed. The position may be housed in any of AUA’s four Colleges and is open to candidates whose work spans disciplinary boundaries, including scholars whose research bridges scientific, technical, and policy domains.

AUA is engaged in an ambitious process of strategic development aimed at strengthening its academic programs, research profile, and societal impact in Armenia, the region, and beyond. In support of these goals, AUA seeks a highly accomplished scholar with a strong record of research leadership, scholarly publication, and external funding, and with demonstrated capacity to contribute to institutional development through research and collaboration through AUA’s research centers. 

The appointment will be made at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor for a renewable three- or five-year term. The anticipated start date is August 15 (year negotiable).

About the American University of Armenia

Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and research, and to fostering creativity, integrity, and service to society. AUA’s mission is to contribute to the advancement of resilience in Armenia, the region, and the world through academic excellence, innovation, inquiry, and diversity.

AUA is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system. The University’s four Colleges—Business and Economics; Science and Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; and Health Sciences—are home to a range of research centers that support research, education, and outreach, and that foster collaboration locally, regionally, and internationally.

The William Frazer Endowed Named Professorship was established in honor of Professor William Frazer, a physicist who served as Chairman of the Board of AUA, Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs for the University of California system, Acting Provost of UC San Diego’s Third College, and research scientist at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey.

Programs: BS in Engineering Sciences

Position Overview: The Akian College of Science and Engineering’s BS in Engineering Sciences(https://cse.aua.am/es/) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Aerospace Engineering (Autonomous and Intelligent Systems) at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting in July 2026. Faculty members at AUA are expected to teach three courses per semester, pursue an active research agenda, and engage in program development and university service. We seek a dedicated individual who will contribute to our vibrant academic community through innovative research, teaching, and student mentoring.

About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, andservice to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from aformal affiliation with the University of California system, which has significantly influenced its academic development and offers legal and investment support.

Faculty Rank: Open (rank determined by qualifications and experience)

Position Overview

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) at the American University of Armenia invites applications for open rank, full-time faculty positions for its Master of Public Affairs (MPA) Program. We seek scholars whose research and teaching interests focus on one or more of the following subfields of Public Affairs: Public Policy, Public Administration, or Public Personnel Management.  While the position is within the MPA Program, teaching, research, and academic service responsibilities may extend to discipline-adjacent programs and research centers within the College.

About the American University of Armenia

Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia (AUA) is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system, which has significantly influenced its academic development and offers legal and investment support. 

Program: BS in Environmental and Sustainability Sciences

Job Type: Visiting Faculty, open rank 

Position Overview: The Akian College of Science and Engineering’s BS in Environmental and Sustainability Sciences (https://cse.aua.am/ess/) invites applications for a visiting faculty position, starting in July 2026.  The visiting faculty members at AUA are expected to teach one or two courses per semester, and pursue an active research agenda during the visit. We seek a visiting faculty who will contribute to our vibrant academic community through teaching, innovative research, and student mentoring. This position is ideal for scholars on sabbatical leave, Fulbright scholars, or others seeking a visiting appointment for one semester, a year, or longer.

About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system, which has significantly influenced its academic development and offers legal and investment support. 

Assistant or Associate Professor

About AUA: The American University of Armenia (AUA) is a private, independent university in Yerevan, Armenia, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and with affiliation with the University of California System.  Founded in 1991, AUA is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in education and research. We foster a collaborative environment that emphasizes innovation, academic integrity, critical thinking, and community engagement. The Manoogian Simone College of Business and Economics is at the forefront of research and education in the region in the fields of Management and Economics, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges.

Position Overview: The Manoogian Simone College of Business and Economics invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Economics, preferably with a focus in Microeconomics. We seek a dedicated individual who will contribute to our vibrant academic community through teaching, mentoring, and innovative research. This position provides an opportunity to engage with students and collaborate with scholars locally and globally to advance knowledge in the field of Economics.  The College now offers a Master of Science in Economics degree and, as part of its continued growth, the College will be welcoming its first cohort of Bachelor of Science students in Economics in fall 2025, expanding our academic offerings and providing new opportunities for faculty to engage in both graduate and undergraduate level instruction. 

Job Type: Visiting Faculty, open rank 

Position Overview: The Akian College of Science and Engineering’s master’s program in industrial engineering and systems management at the American University of Armenia (AUA) (https://cse.aua.am/iesm-home/) invites applications for a visiting faculty position, starting in July 2026.  The visiting faculty members at AUA are expected to teach one or two courses per semester, engage in the program, and pursue an active research agenda during the visiting time. We seek a visiting faculty who will contribute to our vibrant academic community through teaching, mentoring, and innovative research. This position is ideal for scholars on sabbatical leave, Fulbright fellows, or others seeking a visiting appointment for one semester, a year, or longer.

About the American University of Armenia: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia is committed to providing excellent education at the graduate and undergraduate levels. AUA’s mission is to bring American education to Armenia, preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education, through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body, and it benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California system, which has significantly influenced its academic development and offers legal and investment support.