[ecrea] Faculty Openings AY2016-2017 - AUK

*American University of Kuwait*
*Faculty Openings AY2016-2017*

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The American University of Kuwait (AUK) isa private university in Kuwait
organized on the U.S. model of undergraduate liberal arts education. The
medium of instruction is English. The University is accredited by the
Council for Private Universities of the Kuwait Ministry of Higher
Education. AUK also has a Memorandum of Understanding with Dartmouth
College in Hanover, NH.  AUK admitted its first students in September
2004 and currently has approximately 2,000 students and over 120 UG
faculty members.

The University is seeking terminally qualified faculty committed to
excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and service.  American
education or teaching experience is preferred as is evidence of research
activity. Outstanding communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and
effective use of classroom media and technology are expected.  Faculty
rank will be determined by the candidate’s degree and previous
employment history. Successful candidates will teach undergraduate
classes to majors and non-majors of diverse cultural backgrounds,
conduct research, participate in student advising, honor office hours,
and serve on faculty committees.

AUK offers competitive compensation, as well as an attractive and
comprehensive benefits package. There is no personal income tax, and US
citizens may be eligible to take advantage of the IRS foreign tax
exclusion.  AUK is an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to
becoming a model university of the twenty-first century in the region.

Contracts are issued for 3 years and are renewable.

*Application Instructions: *

Application packages are to be submitted electronically to
(faculty /at/ auk.edu.kw) <mailto:(faculty /at/ auk.edu.kw)>(*_a_*/*_ttachments must
not exceed 10 MB per e-mail)._*/The package should contain the following:

1) Cover letter, detailing the candidate’s specific interest in AUK, and
how the candidate’s past experience provides a suitable basis for
performance in the position for which they are applying;
2) A current CV;
3) Statement on research and service and statement of teaching
methodology, including curricular development that the individual has
initiated and executed;
4.) Copies of teaching evaluations if available;

5) The names and addresses, both electronic and postal, of three referees.

6) Two recent publications /two writing samples;

/*In completing your application, please quote position code number.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. For full consideration,
applications should be reviewed by _August 28_*/*/_, 2015. _/**/__/*

/Visit the //AUK website/ <http://www.auk.edu.kw>/(//www.auk.edu.kw/
<http://www.auk.edu.kw>/) to learn about the degree programs, university
facilities, and campus life./

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*COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES *

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*DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA*

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*Electronic Media**(*Position Code No. *15-201- IAMCR 06): *Full-time
position in electronic media.**Rank Assistant Professor, or higher,
depending upon qualifications and experience. The candidate will possess
the necessary expertise required for the development of a new track in
electronic media in the Department. The ideal candidate will be able to
teach a variety of classes in digital media, social media, and other
forms of 'new' media. The ability to teach inter-disciplinary classes is
a plus. Practical industry experience is desirable. The ideal candidate
will also aid in curriculum development and program assessment and carry
out other tasks assigned by the Chair. Ph.D in Media Studies /
Communication, and/or a related discipline, is required.

*Media Studies (*Position Code No. *15-202- IAMCR 06): *Full-time
position in Media Studies.**Rank Assistant Professor, or higher,
depending upon qualifications and experience. The ideal candidate will
be able to teach courses in media planning, public relations and
advertising, advertising campaigns, and media and cultural studies. A
focus on the Arab world is desirable. The ability to teach
inter-disciplinary courses is a plus. Practical industry experience is
desirable. The ideal candidate will also aid in curriculum development
and program assessment and carry out other tasks assigned by the Chair.
Ph.D. in Media Studies / Communication, and/or a related discipline is
required.

*Faten Al-Kadiri, EMBA***

	

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*HR Generalist
Recruitment & Benefits,*

*American University of Kuwait***

P.O. Box 3323, Safat 13034, Kuwait
Office:**(+965) 2224-8399 ext: 3083**

Fax:    (+965) 22248375**
	

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