Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Faculty Position at American University of the Middle East (AUM) - Kuwait

The American University of the Middle East (AUM) - Kuwait, in affiliation with Purdue University, is an emerging university, dedicated to developing students' critical thinking, identities and helping to build their characters, in order to become successful individuals, well-rounded professionals and entrepreneurs, through a unique, learner centered methodology. AUM is committed to creating a value proposition through the integration of multicultural faculty, learning facilities and outreach centers.

We encourage innovative teaching methodologies, academic research and publications.

Due to our continued growth and success, we are looking to recruit additional faculty members holding Master degree in the following major: Physics. To commence teaching next academic year - September 2015.

The successful applicant will have strong problem-solving and communication skills and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment. A strong commitment to teaching excellence and appropriate publications in leading scholarly journals are expected. Preferred qualifications are teaching experience, as well as industrial experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

Candidates should submit an application indicating availability date, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy. He or she will demonstrate an interest in the university's mission, and a desire to make a positive impact on the community through scholarship, teaching, and service.

For interested applicants, please forward your Resume to the mentioned below address:
hr@aum.edu.kw

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Requirements:
  • Master degree in Physics
  • Minimum of 1 Year Teaching experience in the same or related Field
  • Willing to relocate to Kuwait
The benefits are:
  • 60 days annual leave. (Fully paid after 9 months of continuous service with us, as per the Kuwait labor law).
  • Annual Ticket (for yourself)
  • Medical Insurance (for yourself)
  • Life Insurance (for yourself)
  • Baggage allowance up to 250KD
We will provide furnished apartment and transportation for the first month only, and then you have to arrange your own housing and transportation according to their needs.

Application Information

Postal Address: HR
The American University of the Middle East
Block 3, Building 1, Egaila, Kuwait
Kuwait 15453
Kuwait
Phone: (+965) 222 51 400
Online App. Form: http://careers.aum.edu.kw/recruitment/Recruitment/Recruitment.aspx?mode=KCV WU
Email Address: hr@aum.edu.kw