Associate Professor in International Relations Program (Instructor in International Security / Foreign Policy Analysis)

Vacancy - Associate Professor in International Relations Program

Company: Karabakh University

Category: Security Studies

Type: Full-Time

Email: shss@karabakh.edu.az

Karabakh University invites applications for academic appointments in the following areas for the 2026-2027 academic year: "International Security"/"Foreign Policy Analysis"

Employer: "Karabakh University" Public Legal Entity

Position: Instructor

Job Description

• Delivery of courses in accordance with the assigned teaching load;
• Preparation and development of course syllabi;
• Conducting scholarly research and publishing in academic journals;
• Participation in the assessment and evaluation of students' academic performance;
• Preparation of proposals related to relevant academic program activities;
• Active involvement in the organization of faculty-level social, academic, and educational events in addition to teaching responsibilities.

Requirements:

• PhD degree in the relevant field;
• Relevant academic and pedagogical experience in higher education institutions;
• Proficiency in written and spoken English;
• Ability to effectively use information and communication technologies (ICT) in the teaching process;
• Competence in applying student-centered and competency-based teaching approaches;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Leadership and management skills.

Note: All courses will be taught in English.

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (in English);
• Copies of higher education diplomas and academic transcripts;
• List of published academic articles (if available);
• Motivation letter (maximum 500 words).

Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive salary;
• Supportive and dynamic research environment;
• Provision of accommodation in Khankendi;
• Opportunities for academic and professional growth;
• Ecologically clean and green urban environment.

Additional Notes:

Note 1: Applicants must include the title of the position they are applying for in the subject line of the email (for example: Instructor in Foreign Policy Analysis or Instructor in Security Studies);

Note 2: Only candidates who meet the selection criteria will be contacted.

Application Deadline: May 28, 2026

Email Address for Submission: shss@karabakh.edu.az