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The Aga Khan University (AKU)
The Aga Khan University (AKU) is an international, research-intensive institution, chartered in 1983 as Pakistan’s first private university. AKU is committed to enhancing the quality of life in Asia and Africa. Guided by the principles of Impact, Quality, Relevance, and Access (IQRA), the University envisions inclusive and pluralistic societies where knowledge, compassion, and ethical leadership drive positive change.
In 2022, AKU expanded its academic portfolio by establishing the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS), complementing its globally recognized health sciences programmes and research excellence. FAS is a transformative academic entity that nurtures integrative and experiential learning. Rooted in the values of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), it promotes critical thinking and ethical leadership to prepare students for meaningful social contribution.
AKU-FAS invites applications for Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor positions in the following fields:
- Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
- History of Asia, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean
- Cultural studies, anthropology, sociology
- Religion and society in Muslim contexts
- Comparative literature and linguistics
- Art history and visual culture
- Colonial and postcolonial studies
- Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
- Political Science
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Philosophy
- Economics
- Development Economics and Public Finance
- Quantitative Methods in Political Science and Economics
- Environmental Studies
- Environmental and Climate Science
- Environmental Health and Risk Assessment
- Ecology and Conservation Science
- Environmental Policy and Governance
- GIS, Remote Sensing, and Environmental Data Analysis
- Environmental Humanities
- Social Development Studies
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Development Studies and Public Policy
- Social and Cognitive Psychology
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
- Gender, Inequality, and Migration
- Media, Culture, and Society
Requirements
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- Proven record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
- Strong publication profile and evidence of research potential
- Ability to secure external research funding (preferred)
- Candidates applying for senior positions must demonstrate academic leadership, programme development experience, and an internationally visible research profile
