"Assistant or Associate Professor in Public Policy and Administration (Tenure Track)"

Company Description

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. The Master of Public Administration and the Master of Public Policy programs of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) are accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), EAPAA and ICAPA. 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. Faculty salary and rank are based on qualifications and professional experience. According to AUC policies and procedures, faculty are entitled to generous benefits.

Job Description

The Department of Public Policy and Administration (PPAD) invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor position to teach in the Master of Public Administration and Master of Public Policy programs. The ideal candidate be able to offer courses such as Essentials of Public Policy and Administration, Public Policy Theory and Practice, Strategic Management, Policies for Sustainable Development, Management of Development Programs, Corporate Social Responsibility and NGO partnerships, International Models of Public Management, Leadership and Communication in Public Affairs, Policy for Sustainable Cities, Social and Environmental Policy, and Urban Infrastructure Development for Sustainability. The position also includes supervising MA theses. The Search Committee is eager to review applications of individuals with demonstrated excellence in teaching, an accomplished and active research agenda, and an interest in living and working in Cairo/Egypt.

Requirements

A PhD in Public Administration or Public Policy or in a relevant field is required at the time of appointment. Successful candidates should have a strong publishing record; ongoing research and teaching experience. In addition, responsibilities include service to the Department, School, and the University is essential. Candidates with experience in and familiarity with the North American higher education system are preferred.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted following documents via the online system: (a) un updated CV; (b) a letter of interest addressing the required qualifications; (c) a completed AUC Personnel Information Form (PIF); (d) a statement of teaching philosophy; (e) copies of recent student evaluations if applicable; and (f) an example of a recent publication relevant to the positions. Questions may be directed to Professor Shahjahan Bhuiyan, Interim Department Chair, at sbhuiyan@aucegypt.edu, or to Professor Ghada Barsoum at gbarsoum@aucegypt.edu.