There is a vacancy for

1-2 teaching positions at the associate professor level,

ideally starting in the first semester of the academic
year 2004/5, i.e. first half of September 2004.

Eritrea, a remarkable country of 3.5 million people situated in the
Horn of Africa became the newest African nation in 1993 after thirty
years of struggle for independence. Being located north of Ethiopia
and east of Sudan, it also borders on the Red Sea with some 1200
kilometers of coast line.

Asmara, Eritrea's capital, sits on a plateau of almost 2400 meters,
thus enjoying a pleasant climate all year round while also being free
from malaria. The city combines a distinct Italian flair with typical African
characteristics, yet is one of the safest African
capitals, where women can be seen walking alone at night.
While Eritrean society in general enjoys a low crime rate and manages to
do without corruption, many visitors have also been surprised by the friendly
charm and warm hospitality of the Eritrean people.

The Department of Computer Science encourages energetic academics who
thrive under challenging circumstances, have strong demonstrable
teaching skills and ideally come equipped with a proven track record of scientific research to
apply for the position(s) listed above. A minimum of Master's degree in
Computer Science is required, Ph.D. holders are preferred.
UoA is an equal-opportunity employer, and women are particularly encouraged to
apply.

The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude towards exploring a
life-enriching experience in Africa, both in its challenging and
rewarding aspects, is eager to contribute toward's UoA's goal of
becoming a center of academic excellence in Eritrea and beyond, is a
good team player with excellent people skills, and does not depend on
Western-style high salaries or broad-band internet for his or her survival.

You will work in a young dynamic team of both expatriate and local
staff members, enjoy the benefits of free housing in a 3-room
appartment located 20 minutes from the university and free health care
in government hospitals.

Contracts are for one or two (1 or 2) years initially, with the possibility of renewal.

For the academic screening process we require a
detailed CV, 2-3 letters of reference and samples of recent
scientific publications. Electronic submission is strongly encouraged
(preferrably as ASCII, HTML, PDF, PostScript; referees must send their
letters directly to us).

Please send all inquiries and submissions by email to:

markus@asmara.uoa.edu.er (CC: markus@gemel.com.er)

or by surface mail to:

Dr. Markus Walther
Department of Computer Science
University of Asmara
Asmara
Eritrea
-East Africa-