[ecrea] Job Vacancy: Assistant/Associate Professor in Communications and Media (Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic)

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*Assistant/Associate Professor in Communications and Media*

*Department*: The School of Arts and Sciences
*Duty station*: Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic
*Deadline*:**20 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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*Summary of Position and Key Responsibilities*
The University of Central Asia is seeking a senior Faculty Member in 
Communications and Media to teach at UCA’s two campuses in Naryn Campus 
in Kyrgyz Republic and Khorog Campus in Tajikistan.  In your role as 
Faculty Member, you will be dedicated to shaping the Communications and 
Media curriculum, helping students appreciate and develop an 
interdisciplinary approach to the field of media and communications, 
primarily grounded in the social sciences and also open to humanities 
perspectives.  Applicants should demonstrate research excellence and a 
commitment to developing critical ways to conceptualise and research 
empirically the relationships between media and communications 
technologies and the social world with particular reference to strategic 
communication challenges faced by individuals and organizations.

Central to the vision of UCA is to create an outstanding teaching and 
research institution that excels in the generation and application of 
knowledge. Academic programmes combine the student-centred 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.

*Programme Description*
UCA's Communications and Media programme offers a unique integrated 
approach that includes communications theory, media studies, journalism 
and applied media. The programme mirrors current trends in the study and 
practice of media communications. Students will be equipped with a 
strong foundation in both theory and practical skills desired by media 
industries, including journalism, public relations, advertising, 
marketing communications, multi-media design, media production, media 
law and management. They will acquire skills in writing and critical 
thinking, as well as knowledge in media law, ethics and the political, 
economic, cultural and social character of Central Asian societies.

*Required Qualifications and Experience*

/*Minimum Qualifications*/

  * PhD or equivalent from an internationally recognised university in
    Communications &/or equivalent experience in the field
  * Fluency in English is required


/*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
  * Some technical skills related to media production would be an asset.


/*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


*Timing and Location*

  * You should be prepared to move to Central Asia by May/June 2018 or
    earlier for acculturation and to prepare for teaching.
  * Your position will be based in Naryn, Kyrgyz Republic, but you may
    also teach classes at the Khorog campus in Tajikistan. Regional
    travel is to be expected.


*Language*

  * Knowledge of Russian would be an advantage


*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 (hr.recruitment /at/ ucentralasia.org) 
<mailto:(hr.recruitment /at/ ucentralasia.org)> by *20 December 2017*. Please 
use: “*Communications and Media Faculty Member*” 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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/Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted./

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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 is supported by 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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