Assistant Lecturer Full Time NEW

Company Description

Koya University, established in 2003, is located in Koya (Koysinjaq), a city nestled in the scenic mountainous region of the Kurdistan Region in northern Iraq, approximately one hour east of the capital, Erbil. With its campus harmoniously integrated into the natural landscape, Koya University offers a robust and diverse academic environment. The university is organized into four faculties—Engineering, Sciences and Health, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Education—as well as a School of Medicine, collectively encompassing 25 departments in specialized fields such as Petroleum Engineering, Clinical Psychology, and Sport Education. As an institution born from the Kurdish regional government’s commitment to advancing education post-1991, Koya University continues to provide opportunities for academic growth and innovation in the region.

Role Description

The Assistant Lecturer will be responsible for preparing and delivering lectures, developing course materials, guiding students, and conducting academic research to contribute to the department’s intellectual output. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring students in their academic endeavors and supporting departmental activities. This is a part-time role, requiring on-site presence at Koya University in Koya, Kurdistan Region.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching and lecturing abilities, along with experience preparing academic content.
• Research skills and the ability to contribute to publication efforts or curriculum development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with students and colleagues effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant subject matter within the university’s offered fields, such as Engineering, Social Sciences, Education, Health Sciences, or other specialties relevant to specific departments.
• Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in a relevant field of study.
• Familiarity with the higher education environment, including academic policies and procedures, is an asset.
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.