The Quality Assurance Agency in Higher Education (ASCAL), in accordance with the applicable legal framework and the European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in Higher Education, invites professionals from academic and scientific research fields to apply to become External Evaluation Experts. The role of the experts is essential in ensuring an objective, transparent, and evidence-based evaluation process, which directly contributes to the improvement of the quality of higher education institutions and study programmes in Albania.

External evaluation experts are part of professional committees that analyse and assess institutional performance, academic outcomes, research capacities, as well as the compliance of study programmes with national and international quality standards. Their engagement includes reviewing documentation, participating in site visits, communicating with institutional stakeholders, and preparing evaluation reports.

To ensure professionalism and integrity in the process, ASCAL aims to select experts with high academic qualifications, solid experience in their respective fields, and sufficient knowledge of quality assurance standards. This call aims to create a broader base of national and international experts capable of contributing to the further development of the higher education system in the country.

Mandatory Criteria:

• Must hold at least a “Doctor” or “PhD” degree obtained outside of Albania.
• Must have at least 5 years of academic experience, and be employed as a full-time academic staff member in a higher education institution or a research-scientific institute.
• Must have several high-quality studies published in reputable scientific journals with a high impact in their field of specialization.
• Must have teaching experience and have participated in (or led) the development of new study programs and/or curricula in their field of study.
• Must have academic knowledge of the English language and be able to write academic materials in English.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in quality assurance in higher education institutions.
• Knowledge of evaluation processes within institutional accreditation, as well as study programs in Albania and/or abroad.
• Experience in leadership positions in higher education institutions.
• Knowledge of the job market and employment prospects in the relevant field/discipline.