Lecturer/Assistant Professor - PhD in Finance (Re Announced)

2026-11-12 Kabul Full Time 36

Job Location:	Kabul
Nationality:	Afghan
Category:	Education
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As per Organization Salary Scale
Vacancy Number:
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Kabul

Organization:	Kardan University (KU)
Years of Experience:	Minimum 3 Years
Contract Duration:	Open Ended
Gender:	Male
Education:	PhD in Finance, Financial Management, or a closely related field from a recognized university.
Close date:	2026-11-12

About Kardan University (KU):

Established in 2002, Kardan University is the first and largest privately-owned University in Afghanistan. Kardan is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in numerous professional disciplines. Kardan currently offers quality and international standard educational opportunities to over 8,000 students in the field of business, law, IT, and Civil Engineering at its campuses. In 2013, Kardan University has been awarded the prestigious ‘Top Performer Award’ by the Ministry of Higher Education, Government of Afghanistan - a testimony to its first-class stature. To reaffirm this, Kardan University was granted the University status by the Ministry of Higher Education. Kardan is the only University not only in Afghanistan but also in the region to get candidacy status from the IACBE, USA, an established and well-reputed international accreditation body. Kardan University believes in the sense of commitment to excellence and quality and is committed to serving as a key player in the development and enhancement of education in Afghanistan through its innovative curricular programs.

Job Descriptions:

Are you a passionate, energetic and a result-oriented individual with strong communication skills and solid knowledge? If yes, this opportunity is for you. Kardan University is seeking experienced and motivated Lecturers/Assistant Professors to join our team of academicians and researchers.

Reporting to the Academic Administrator of Department, the assistant professor/lecturer will be responsible for teaching and assessing students periodically through a set of evaluation mechanisms. He will also be responsible to review and revise the curriculum with the academic committee of the university.

We offer an exciting work environment conducive to academic and professional development of our Employees. Kardan University offers a competitive salary in the higher education industry.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes
Build up professional logistics which helps in improvising the performances of the student.
Develop course handouts, lectures, labs, and presentations.
Participate in program level learning assessment
Participate in developing learning outcomes, choosing and administering measures, evaluating student performance, and suggesting changes to improve student learning.
Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
Guide, direct and mentor research scholars in their research projects.
Assess, supervise and mentor the academic progress in students.
Create, innovate and implement some activities and programs that help in career-enhancement.
Take part in all activities of the department, faculty and the University.
Support and serve up for various functional activities conducted by departmental committees.
Review, assess and evaluate the activities and progress of students.
Lend a hand, support and aid the Academic Administrator and Dean in their everyday functions and tasks.
Publish their research works or findings in academic books or journals.
Grade papers and tests; prepare exercises, lessons and lab experiments for the students.
Teach graduate as well as the undergraduate students within their field of expertise.
Submit the sessional and final results of the students within a week after midterm/ terminal examination.
Assist examination department and make presence in the examination hall during examinations and in the conduction of entry test.
Perform any other relevant task given by the management of Kardan University.

Job Requirements:

PhD in Finance, Financial Management, or a closely related field from a recognized university.
Minimum 03 years of teaching experience at a recognized higher education institution.
Strong academic and professional knowledge of Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Investment, Financial Markets, and related areas of Finance.
Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate-level Finance courses.
Strong research background with evidence of research publications in recognized academic journals or other scholarly publications.
Ability to supervise and mentor students in research projects, dissertations, and other academic activities.
Strong knowledge of contemporary financial theories, practices, analytical methods, and developments in the field of Finance.
Proficiency in financial analysis, quantitative methods, and relevant financial software or analytical tools will be an advantage.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, academic, and communication skills.
Ability to teach effectively in English and command of any national language.
At least 80% Master's degree marks or a B grade in the case of a foreign degree.
At least 75% Bachelor's degree marks or a B grade in the case of a foreign degree.
The Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees must demonstrate above 60% field consistency (Degree Relevance).
The degree must be attested by the Ministry of Higher Education of Afghanistan in the case of a foreign degree.

Submission Guidelines:

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through Kardan University's designated recruitment system by submitting their updated CV/resume, cover letter, and any other required supporting documents as part of their online application.

To apply for this position, please access and complete the online application form using the link below:

Application Link: https://kardan.edu.af/career/current-opportunities/position/6326

Applicants are required to complete all sections of the application form accurately and provide all required information and supporting documents. Incomplete applications may not be considered for shortlisting.

Recruitment will be conducted on a rolling basis. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be shortlisted and invited to participate in interviews and/or demonstrations, as applicable to the position, throughout the recruitment period.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process. Kardan University appreciates the interest of all applicants and thanks them for considering the University as their prospective employer.