Position Overview: The BA in English and Communications Program at the American University of Armenia (AUA) (http://aua.am/ba-english-and-communications/) is seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in Rhetoric/Composition or Writing Studies, starting in July 2025. Faculty positions at AUA typically involve teaching three courses per semester, engaging in program development and university service, and pursuing an active research agenda. We offer a reduced teaching load for research-active faculty for opportunities to develop research agendas, participate in cross-disciplinary collaborations, and teach in a program committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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.

About the English and Communications Program: The English and Communications Program at AUA introduces students to a wide range of literacies requisite to analyzing complex problems and producing innovative, creative work in the mid-21st century. Our alumni often attend graduate programs at institutions such as Harvard, Columbia, University College London, Sciences Po, or the Sorbonne.

Position Overview: The BA in English and Communications Program at the American University of Armenia (AUA) (http://aua.am/ba-english-and-communications/) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Literary Studies, starting in July 2025. This position is open at the rank of assistant or associate professor.  Faculty members at AUA are expected to teach three courses per semester, engage in program development and university service, and pursue an active research agenda.

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. 

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) at the American University of Armenia (AUA) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Communications, commencing in July 2025. We welcome candidates at the assistant or associate professor rank. Applicants who are ABD may be considered for a lecturer position.

About AUA: Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia (AUA) is dedicated to providing high-quality graduate and undergraduate education. AUA's mission is to offer an American-style education that prepares Armenian citizens and those from the region to address sustainable development needs while fostering academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, innovation, leadership, and service to society. AUA benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California, which has significantly influenced its academic development and offers legal and investment support.  AUA is accredited by the US Department of Education through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) regional accrediting body.  

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. 

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The American University of Armenia (AUA) invites applications for the C. Judson King Visiting Chair Professorship for the 2025-2026 academic year. We welcome applications from distinguished scholars and academics with expertise in all programmatic areas offered by the University (listed below), with a particular emphasis on candidates specializing in Science and Engineering, Political Science, International Business, Finance, Economics, International Law, Human Rights, Health Sciences, Public Administration, and related disciplines.

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 affiliated 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. Our Akian College of Science and Engineering is at the forefront of research and education in the region in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, and Robotics, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges.

Position Overview: The Akian College of Science and Engineering invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. 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 these critical fields.

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 American University of Armenia (AUA) seeks applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor or Lecturer position for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the Turpanjian College of Health Sciences (CHS). The appointment title will be based on qualifications and experience. Physical presence in Yerevan, Armenia during the entire academic year is required. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

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

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.