AI Expert and AI and Robotics Instructor

The American University Of Iraq, Sulaimani

AUIS is an independent, nonprofit, coeducational, English-speaking university founded in 2007 for the public benefit and located in Sulaimani, the cultural capital of the Kurdistan region in Iraq and a UNESCO-designated City of Literature. The University’s expansive marble-and-glass campus has 50 classrooms, high-tech computer labs, library, auditoriums, dining facilities, and sports facilities. Our 1,300 students are taught in English Approximately 30% of full-time faculty are from the United States, another 30% from Iraq, and the balance from more than 15 other countries. The University’s acclaimed preparatory program is the only such program in Iraq to have earned U.S. accreditation (CEA). AUIS graduates are highly sought after by regional and international employers and have continued their studies at leading universities in the United States and Europe.

Position Description:

The American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the AI and Robotics program. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator and researcher to join a growing department in an academic environment that values teaching, research, and innovation. AUIS seeks candidates who are committed to high-quality undergraduate education and are enthusiastic about advancing AI and Robotics within the region.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking an AI Expert with a strong background in machine learning, specifically in the fine-tuning of large language models (LLMs). The ideal candidate will have experience working with LLMs in an on-premise environment, ensuring data privacy and security while optimizing model performance. Key responsibilities include data preparation, model training, evaluation, and deploying models on our in-house infrastructure. The appointed faculty member will be expected to teach a wide range of courses related to AI, ML, and Robotics, with an emphasis on specialized courses such as Algorithms and Data Structures, AI Applications, Data Science and Analytics, Computer Vision, Large Language Models, and Machine Learning. In addition to teaching, the candidate will contribute to curriculum development, mentor students, and engage in scholarly research. Faculty members at AUIS are expected to participate in departmental and university service, including advising students, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to university initiatives.

The Department:

The Engineering Department at the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment dedicated to cultivating future leaders in engineering. The department offers majors in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. Our programs emphasize hands-on learning, real-world applications, and industry partnerships, providing students with opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, AUIS Engineering fosters a collaborative atmosphere where students and faculty work together to address pressing challenges in Iraq and beyond. Our faculty are passionate educators and researchers, dedicated to mentoring students and advancing knowledge in their respective fields.

To Apply:

Applicants should submit the following materials via email with “AI and Robotics Instructor” in the subject line, to [email protected]:

No telephone calls, please. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for a follow-up interview. AUIS is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity employer that believes cultural diversity is essential to education.