Position Overview: The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) at the American University of Armenia (AUA) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Public Affairs. We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, research, and university service. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring students, and engaging in collaborative research with colleagues both locally and internationally.

While the primary teaching responsibility will be in the Master of Public Affairs (MPA) program, candidates will also be expected to teach courses in the Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Governance (BAPG) program and contribute to General Education offerings. Ideal candidates will have the ability to teach a diverse range of courses within the policy sciences, pursue a research agenda focused on economics and finance, and exhibit extensive expertise in quantitative research methods. All instruction is conducted in English.

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

Location: American University of Armenia (AUA), Manoogian Simone College of Business and Economics, Yerevan, Armenia

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 Management. 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 local and global scholars to advance knowledge in the field of Management.

Assistant or Associate Professor

Location: American University of Armenia (AUA), Manoogian Simone College of Business and Economics, Yerevan, Armenia

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. 

Reports to: Program Chair and/or College Dean

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.