Assistant Dean for Engineering School

Description of University

New Uzbekistan University (NewUU) is Uzbekistan’s first comprehensive research university where research and education are integrated. Located at the heart of greater Central Asia, we are building the nation’s first autonomous institution as the country embarks to conclude its first decade of political and market economy reforms. In a long road ahead of making lasting transformations, the country aims to have its first globally ranked institution among the 1000 best universities in the world by 2030.  

NewUU aims to become Central Asia’s premier university through an official partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Jameel Abdul Latif-World Education Lab (J-WEL) and Technical University of Munich (TUM) International. The Honorary President of NewUU is Professor Wolfgang Hermann, TUM’s president emeritus – one of the world’s leaders in higher education management and academic research.

About Engineering School

An Engineering school is an academic institution that offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various engineering disciplines. It provides a curriculum focused on science and specialized engineering courses, along with hands-on experience in laboratories. Faculty members are experts in their fields, and students have opportunities for research, internships, and career support. Engineering schools aim to prepare students for successful careers in engineering and related fields through education, research, and industry partnerships.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Assistant Dean is responsible for strategic planning and the vision of the development of the School of Engineering. Thus, it is expected that the Assistant Dean of the School of Engineering will contribute to the University’s Vision and Strategy: Clarify, communicate, and implement the School's strategic direction through the Strategic Plan; Actively support program and institutional accreditation and/or evaluation, consistent with University policy; Ensure that all School committees are constituted and operate regularly at appropriate times during the academic year; Develop and continuously review student recruitment targets, consistent with University policy; Collaborate with other Schools, Research Centres, and units on curriculum, research, and teaching to ensure efficient use of University resources.