Lecturer in Computer Science
AZSET / AZCON School of Engineering & Technology
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negotiable
Job Description
ABOUT AZSET
AZSET / AZCON School of Engineering & Technologies is a new engineering and technology education
programme operating as a structural unit of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU), in partnership with TUM
International GmbH, the international arm of the Technical University of Munich (TUM). The programme is fully
funded by AZCON Holding, a leading national industrial group. AZSET delivers a Bachelor of Science in
Computer Science entirely in English, combining the rigor of a German research university with an international
curriculum tailored to the technological needs of Azerbaijan. Our inaugural cohort will commence in September
2026
POSITION DETAILS
Position Lecturer in Computer Science
Contract Type Full-time/ half time/ Hourly based (by agreement)
Reporting to Academic Director, AZSET / AzTU Faculty Board
Location AZSET Campus, Azerbaijan Technical University, Baku
Starting Date June 2026
Language of Instruction English
Responsibilities :
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 PROCESS
The 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 trainings
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 focused on the courses that the instructor will teach explaining the
topics that the instructor will touch
– Two academic or professional references (letters or contact details)
Please send your application to: [email protected]
Specify the position title in the subject line: Lecturer in Computer Science