An Economics Professor teaches foundational economics ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the economics curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Founded in 1919, AUC moved to a new 270-acre state-of-the-art campus in New Cairo in 2008. The University also operates in its historic downtown facilities, offering cultural events, graduate classes, and continuing education. Student housing is available in New Cairo. Among the premier universities in the region, AUC is Middle States accredited; its Engineering programs are accredited by ABET, its Chemistry program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry, and the School of Business is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. The AUC Libraries contain the largest English-language research collection in the region and are an active and integral part of the University's pursuit of excellence in all academic and scholarly programs. AUC is an English-medium institution.
Job Description:
Mohamed Shafik Gabr Department of Economics at Onsi Sawiris School of Business, the American University in Cairo, invites applications for adjunct faculty positions. Experienced candidates will be teaching undergraduate courses at the introductory and intermediate levels as well as teaching at the graduate level. Following are the course offerings to be possibly taught by adjunct faculty: Introduction to Microeconomics, Introduction to Macroeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Monetary Economics, Economic Development, Labor Economics, International Trade, History of Economic Thought, and International Finance.
Requirements:
PhD degree or equivalent with a minimum of two years' teaching experience with outstanding student and peer evaluations. Experience with innovative teaching methodologies is preferred. In some cases, a minimum of MSc or MA or equivalent coupled with extensive practical experience could be considered. Experience with liberal arts education, innovative teaching methodologies, conducting classroom discussions, field projects and practice-oriented approaches are expected to prepare students to be successful professionals and leaders. Successful candidates will need to attend at least the four workshops for the teaching enhancement certificate 1 offered by the Center for Learning and Teaching (CLT), unless familiarity with workshops content can be demonstrated.
Preferred Qualifications:
Practical local, regional and/or international experience in said or related discipline. Perfect command of the English language is a must.
Additional Information:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must submit the following documents via the online system: a) A detailed CV including complete list of publications; b) A letter of interest; c) Any relevant supporting documents; d) One reference letter sent directly to adjunct.bus@aucegypt.edu
