Type of contract: Full-time 

Position in the organizational structure: Attached to the Education department of the French-Azerbaijani University (UFAZ), under the supervision of the Head of Education Department of UFAZ.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and update English language curriculum in accordance with the university's academic standards and language proficiency goals.
• Collaborate with the curriculum committee to incorporate innovative teaching methodologies and materials.
• Create an entrance examination for the placement of first-year students.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate English language faculty members.
• Provide ongoing support and professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance their teaching skills.
• Monitor and evaluate English language classes to ensure adherence to curriculum guidelines and teaching standards.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Develop and administer assessments to measure student progress and language proficiency.
• Analyze assessment data to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies accordingly.

• A master's degree in English, Linguistics, Education, or a related field is usually required.
• Experience and academic qualifications in language assessment and placement testing are preferred.
• Leadership or management experience, particularly in the educational sector, is also preferred.
• A strong understanding of English language teaching methodologies, linguistics principles, and language acquisition theories is necessary.
• Knowledge of relevant educational technologies and software used in language instruction is essential.
• Strong organizational and time management skills are required to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and inspire others, are essential.
• The ability to identify challenges or issues within language programs and develop creative solutions to address them is necessary.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring teachers and providing professional development opportunities is valued.

Interested candidates are requested to submit in PDF format in English language:

(1) a letter of interest and motivation specifying suitability for the position

(2) an updated resume 

Send materials via e-mail by specifying the Job Title in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about UFAZ, please visit www.ufaz.az.