Assistant/Associate Professor Accounting – AUM

Job Description

Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Accounting – AUM, Kuwait

Location: Al-Eqaila, Al-Ahmadi Governorate, Kuwait | Institution: American University of the Middle East (AUM) | College: College of Business Administration (CBA) | Employment Type: Full-Time | Start Date: Fall Semester, September 2026

About AUM

The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a private university established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM’s mission is to provide an interactive learning environment that facilitates the development of leaders who are committed to their culture, global ethical values, and professionalism.

AUM is ranked #1 University in Kuwait as per the 2026 World University Rankings by QS and THE, making it to #563 in QS World. In the QS Arab Region Rankings 2026, AUM is also ranked #1 in Kuwait and among the top 20 universities in the Arab world. In THE Arab University Rankings 2026, AUM is ranked #26 in the Arab world.

The College of Business Administration (CBA) at AUM offers an innovative business education through a learner-centered approach that enables students to excel in a dynamic local and global business environment. CBA is fully accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

AUM’s College of Business Administration is recruiting full-time faculty members as Assistant or Associate Professors for its Accounting courses, to start from the Fall Semester, September 2026.

Job Requirements

The successful applicants are expected to engage in teaching and research activities, demonstrating the highest professional standards, academic integrity, and diversity of active learning and pedagogical tools. Successful candidates for this position are expected to have:

• A Ph.D. Degree from an accredited institution in Accounting or a related field
• Relevant teaching experience in the discipline at a reputed institution
• A consistent track record of intellectual output, demonstrated by publications in high-impact, good-quality, Scopus-indexed journals, with promising potential for further research
• Active engagement in curriculum design, program development, and community engagement

Job Description

The successful candidate is expected to prepare and deliver Accounting courses using engaging, innovative, immersive, and discipline-relevant pedagogical approaches, reflecting commitment, sincerity, integrity, equity, and respect for cultural dimensions while delivering course material. Responsibilities in this role include, but are not limited to:

• Teach courses in the Accounting (ACT) discipline, such as: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Financial Accounting, Public Accounting & Taxation, Oil & Gas Accounting, Accounting Information Systems & Data Analytics, Forensic Accounting, and Advanced Management Accounting, among others
• Participate in departmental activities, including representation on various academic and support committees
• Prepare course material, contribute to curriculum design and review, program development, and assessment of student learning outcomes, and mentor student projects, events, and academic fair projects
• Remain current with the field of specialization by participating in faculty development programs and activities, and serve on task forces, working groups, and student support committees
• Reflect the highest standards of ethics and collegiality in all interactions, teaching, and publication
• Meet necessary deadlines for grade submission and make use of office hours per regulations to support student advancement and development

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to apply by following these steps:

1. Click on the AUM Careers Portal link to start the application process
2. Create an account to apply for career opportunities
3. Fill out the application form with your information
4. Upload:
   • Cover Letter
   • Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a recent photo
   • Copies of diplomas and certificates
   • Recommendation letters, if available
5. Submit your application by clicking the “Submit” button

Equal Opportunity Employer

AUM is an equal opportunity employer. It offers internationally competitive salaries, remuneration packages, research incentives, and professional development opportunities.

With faculty members and staff coming from more than 60 countries, AUM is a diverse and inclusive environment. The AUM campus provides cutting-edge facilities that faculty and staff can benefit from, such as a Sports Center, Library, Research and Innovation Center, Cultural Center, and more than 55 laboratories.

Location

AUM is located at Al-Eqaila, an urban area of Al-Ahmadi Governorate in Kuwait. Al-Eqaila is a quiet area with a distinctive location close to the sea, 30 km from Kuwait City. Al-Eqaila also has green spaces and features a wide variety of shopping centers, restaurants, cafes, and recreational spots.

Kuwait has a beautiful coastline, remarkable architecture, and an abundance of cultural and historical landmarks.

Contact

Phone: (+965) 2225 1400
Email: career@aum.edu.kw
Website: www.aum.edu.kw

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