Adjunct Faculty – Computer Science & Information Systems | AUK

Job Description

The Department of Computing at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) is seeking part-time faculty members in Computer Science and Information Systems.

Successful candidates will teach a range of undergraduate courses, with a teaching load of no more than one to two courses per semester.

Applicants are expected to apply effective teaching practices, support the University’s mission of lifelong learning, collaborate with faculty and staff, contribute to innovation and curriculum development, and participate in the ongoing activities of the Department and College.

Important: This position is open to local residents in Kuwait only.

Employer: American University of Kuwait (AUK)
Department: Department of Computing
Location: Hawali, Kuwait
Position: Adjunct Faculty – Computer Science and Information Systems
Employment Status: Part time
Employment Type: Part-time Faculty Adjuncts
Career Level: Entry Level
Residence Requirement: Kuwait residents only

Computer Science Adjunct Kuwait – Position Overview

The Department of Computing is recruiting part-time faculty members to teach undergraduate courses in:

• Computer Science.
• Information Systems.

The successful candidate will normally teach one to two courses per semester.

Teaching Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty members will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science or Information Systems.
• Apply best teaching practices.
• Support effective student learning.
• Contribute to the University’s mission of lifelong learning.

Curriculum and Academic Collaboration

The role also includes collaboration with faculty and staff to support:

• Innovation.
• Curriculum development.
• Departmental activities.
• College activities.
• Academic cooperation.

Required Qualification

Applicants must hold a:

• PhD in Computer Science or Information Systems.

Preferred Experience

Experience in:

• Liberal arts education

is desirable.

Teaching Load

The advertised teaching commitment is:

• No more than one to two courses per semester.

Local Residency Requirement

Applicants must be:

• Local residents in Kuwait.

This requirement applies to the position.

Employment Details

The position is classified as:

• Part time.
• Part-time Faculty Adjuncts.
• Entry Level.

About the American University of Kuwait

The American University of Kuwait (AUK) is an independent, private, equal-opportunity and coeducational liberal arts institution of higher education.

Its educational and administrative model is based on the American system of higher education, with English as the language of instruction.

AUK’s liberal arts approach emphasises critical thinking, communication skills, lifelong learning and student development.

Job Summary