Associate Professor

research university with an international curriculum tailored to the technological needs of Azerbaijan. Our inaugural cohort will commence in September 2026.

POSITION DETAILS

Language of Instruction English

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, laboratory sessions and tutorials in one or more of the following areas: Introduction to Computer Science, Introduction to Computer Architecture, Introduction to Software Engineering, Introduction to Theoretical Computer Science, Functional Programming and Verification, Fundamentals of Algorithms and Data Structures, Fundamentals of Operating Systems and System Software, Fundamentals of Databases, Fundamentals of Computer Networks and Distributed Systems, Fundamental Programming Lab, Fundamental Computer Architecture Lab, Discrete Structures, Discrete Probability Theory, Numerical Programming, Linear Algebra for Computer Science, Calculus for Computer Science.
• Design course materials, assignments, practical exercises, and project-based assessments aligned with TUM academic standards.
• Conduct rigorous and transparent examinations and provide structured academic feedback to students.
• Participate in curriculum development and academic review processes in coordination with TUM International.
• Supervise student projects and provide mentorship through office hours and academic guidance sessions.
• Contribute to the research and applied project activities of AZSET in collaboration with industry partners.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

• PhD in Computer Science, Informatics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at bachelor level with clarity, rigor, and academic depth.
• Strong subject-matter expertise in at least two core computer science areas.
• Excellent English proficiency - all instruction, assessment, and academic communication is conducted in English.
• Ability to design and supervise hands-on programming, laboratory and project-based work.

Preferred:

• Prior teaching experience at an internationally recognized university.
• Published research record or applied industry research experience.
• Familiarity with European (Bologna) academic frameworks.

SELECTION PROCESSThe selection follows a rigorous, multi-stage academic procedure aligned with TUM International standards:

• Document review: CV, degree certificates, list of taught courses, teaching evaluations (where available), and a short teaching statement.
• Academic screening: verification of qualifications and subject expertise.
• Teaching interview: teaching philosophy, course design, assessment practices, student supervision.
• Sample lecture (mandatory): a 30-45 minute lecture in English on a topic relevant to the bachelor curriculum, delivered before a faculty panel and selected students.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary benchmarked against international academic standards, significantly above the local market.
• High-level pedagogical training and professional development delivered by TUM International.
• Opportunity to collaborate on applied research and industry projects with AZCON Holding, a major national technology and infrastructure group.
• Access to TUM's global academic network, methodologies, and quality assurance frameworks.
• A modern, purpose-built campus environment with two fully renovated teaching floors and a dedicated laboratory floor.
• A dynamic, international, and young team building one of Azerbaijan's most ambitious new academic programmes.
• Visits to Germany for training and continuous engagement with TUM Faculty.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents in PDF format in English:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of academic degree certificates
• List of courses taught (with institution and year)
• Teaching evaluations, if available
• A short (one-page) teaching statement outlining the courses the candidate would teach and the topics to be covered
• Two academic or professional references (letters or contact details)

Please send your application to: info@azsetedu.az and latifa.nasibova@mincom.gov.az

Specify the position title in the subject line: Professor in Computer Science

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.