Hi All,
Please find attached a unique opportunity at the University of Central
Asia that is seeking to be responsive to the socio-economic needs of the
Central Asian region.
Cheers,
Jay
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From: *University of Central Asia* <[email protected]
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Date: Fri, Oct 20, 2017 at 7:51 AM
Subject: Job Vacancy: Assistant/Associate Professor in Computer Science
(Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic)
New Vacancy
*Assistant/Associate Professor in Computer Science*
*Department*: The School of Arts and Sciences
*Duty station*: Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic
*Deadline*:**10 December 2017
*UCA Background*
The University of Central Asia (UCA) was founded in 2000 as a private,
not for profit, secular university through an International Treaty
signed by the Presidents of the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and
Kazakhstan, and His Highness the Aga Khan; ratified by their respective
parliaments, and registered with the United Nations. The Presidents are
the Patrons of the University and His Highness is the Chancellor. UCA’s
mission is to promote the social and economic development of Central
Asia, particularly its mountain communities, by offering an
internationally recognised standard of higher education, and enabling
the peoples of the region to preserve their rich cultural heritage as
assets for the future. /For more information:/ www.ucentralasia.org
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*Main Duties and Responsibilities *
The University of Central Asia is seeking a senior Faculty Member in
Computer Science to teach at UCA’s campus in Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic. In
your role as Faculty Member, you will be dedicated to shaping the
Computer Science major and minor curricula in collaboration with our
International University Partner. Once the curriculum is shaped, you
will also assist with the hiring of computer science faculty to join
your team. The major and minor programmes will combine rigorous
computational-heavy courses such as Compiler Design and Discrete
Mathematics with options to study how to design human-centred systems
and explore the expansion of artificial intelligence.
Academic programmes combine the student-centered environment of a
liberal arts college with the intellectual excitement of being at the
frontiers of knowledge offered by a research university. The language of
instruction for undergraduate studies is English, with a requirement
that all undergraduate students be fluent in their native language and
Russian. As a Faculty Member, you will be dedicated to teaching in small
classes and providing each student with personal academic attention to
ensure they master and apply the material. You will help students
appreciate and develop an interdisciplinary approach to the fields of
computer science, information technology, and entrepreneurship.
Lastly, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to continue
their research and develop new research for UCA in Central Asia,
actively creating pathways to engage students in the research programme.
Applicants should thus demonstrate research excellence and a commitment
to establishing foundational knowledge for students new to the field.
*Required Qualifications and Experience*
*Minimum Qualifications*
* PhD or equivalent from an internationally recognised university in
Computer Science or closely related discipline or equivalent
industry experience
* Fluency in English is required, knowledge of Russian is an asset
*Teaching Experience *
* A demonstrated commitment to teaching and students; preferably at
least 3 years of experience at the undergraduate level
* Demonstrated understanding of teaching, i.e. developing new and
interesting courses grounded in a discipline area and
interdisciplinary in nature
* Experience using innovative teaching methods and evaluation
methodologies
* Experience in developing and delivering training modules to
teachers, tutors and mentors
* Experience in some form of leadership involving students, faculty
and staff, i.e. managing faculty (department lead or chair), student
research projects and/or theses
* Experience in teaching in Central Asia would be a valuable asset
* Ability to work independently, as well as within a teaching team;
flexibility and the ability to work in a constantly-evolving
academic endeavour is essential
*Research Experience*
* A proven ability to publish research in peer reviewed journals
related to your areas of expertise
* Regular attendance and experience with presenting at international
conferences
* Experience in conducting research in Central Asia would be a
valuable asset
* Aware of current and future industry trends; strong network of
industry contacts to support internship programs, project
collaborations and industrial mentoring.
*Salary and Package*
Salary and package to attract the best candidate.
/The job description is subject to change. /
*How to Apply*
To apply please send us (1) a cover letter (2) an up-to-date resume; (2)
a teaching and research statement (3) contact information for three
professional references to [email protected]
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by *10 December 2017*. Please use: “*Assistant/Associate Professor in
Computer Science*” as the subject header and indicate how you heard
about us. The position will carry the rank of assistant or associate
professor. Rank will be based on the candidate’s prior experience and
record.
For more information about UCA’s academic programmes please visit
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The University of Central Asia (UCA) includes the Undergraduate School
of Arts and Sciences, the School of Professional and Continuing
Education, the Institute of Public Policy and Administration, the
Mountain Societies Research Institute, the Cultural Heritage and
Humanities Unit, the Central Asian Faculty Development Programme, and
the Aga Khan Humanities Project. UCA brings with it the commitment and
partnership of the Aga Khan Development Network.
UCA’s undergraduate programmes are located at its residential campuses
in Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic, and Khorog, Tajikistan. The Tekeli campus in
Kazakhstan is expected to start classes in 2021. UCA will have 3,600
undergraduate students when fully operational.
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