Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Job Title: Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Computer Science 

Classification: Academic Affairs 

Location: Jahra, Kuwait 

About The American International University 

American International University (AIU) is a private institution in Kuwait, founded in 2019, offering undergraduate programmes in Engineering and Computing, Architecture and Design, Business, Arts and Sciences, and Education, delivered in English on the American model of higher education. AIU serves a community of more than 3,000 students and is implementing the RISE Strategy 2026–2030, a five-year institutional transformation anchored in research development, WSCUC international accreditation, student success, employability, and community engagement. 

For more information, visit: www.aiu.edu.kw

School of Engineering Profile 

The School of Engineering and & Computing at the American International University in Kuwait comprises the departments of Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The school offers Bachelor of Science (BSc) degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
The school is committed to providing excellence in education through highly qualified faculty members with extensive backgrounds and experience.”   

Position Summary

The School of Engineering and Computing invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Computer Science at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, maintain an active research profile, and engage with emerging technologies and methodologies. Responsibilities include undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, research, and institutional service, while contributing to a collaborative, inclusive, student-centered, and multicultural academic environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science, including Game Programming, Data Science and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, and emerging technologies. 

• Integrate AI, programming tools, industry-standard software, and hands-on project-based learning into teaching. 

• Supervise and mentor undergraduate research, senior projects, software development projects, and capstone activities. 
• Develop and continuously improve Computer Science curricula, courses, laboratories, and learning outcomes. 

Required Qualifications 

• PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. 
• Minimum 5 years of university-level teaching experience, with demonstrated excellence in Computer Science education. 
• Strong expertise in one or more areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science and Analytics, Game Programming, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Networks, or related fields. 
• Experience in curriculum development, course assessment, accreditation, laboratory development, and continuous program improvement. 
• Proficiency with relevant programming languages, development environments, data-analysis tools, AI/ML frameworks, and industry-standard software. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with strong advising, mentoring, and student-engagement abilities. 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse and multicultural academic environments. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teaching and research. 

• Ability to integrate diverse cultural and ethical perspectives into the curriculum. 

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, multicultural academic environment that engages a diverse student body. 

• Strong organizational skills and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the university. 

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should visit the Job Opportunities section on our website and submit a resume and cover letter via: https://aiu.edu.kw/careers/jobs 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The successful candidate is expected to commence employment in Spring Semester 2027.