New Uzbekistan University

About the Department: The Chemical and Materials Engineering program at New Uzbekistan University stands out for its unique collaboration with the President of the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Prof. Wolfgang A. Herrmann. The Chemical and Materials Engineering program is a combination of a broad range of topics in materials with an emphasis on chemical engineering. It covers all aspects of design, synthesis, processing, and analysis of materials, as well as the development of chemical processes. The courses typically blend principles from chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the field. Most precisely it covers all specialized courses in this program such as Chemical engineering, Biochemistry, Separation processes, Bioengineering, Heat transfer phenomena, and Electrochemistry. These patterns of courses are meant to provide students with a strong foundation in both chemical engineering principles and materials science, allowing them to pursue careers in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, energy, and more. Job Description: At NewUU, we offer stability and long-term horizon planning with a strong work-life balance. We invite applications from academics at all stages in their careers to pursue their research and educational goals with us. While recent graduates and postdoctoral researchers can pursue their tenure-track careers within our schools with strong contracts and research support, recent emeriti might want to actualize their leadership projects and ideas helping build NewUU’s human resources and institutional capacity. What we have in the short organizational record, we make up through ambitious plans and commitments to build our institutions with true academic integrity and freedom. Uzbekistan is a developing economy, with a lower income economics classification but comes with a fascinating history, geography, and amazing human resources potential. Requirements from candidates: Ph.D. degree from a reputed University in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field; Teaching and research experience for the Full-time Professor rank, at least 10 years; Associate Professor rank, at least 5 years; Assistant Professor rank, at least 1 year International track record of research and professional achievements; Excellent record in teaching/overseeing undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. programs; Teaching profile: Chemical Engineering, Separation Processes, Biochemistry, Electrochemistry. Your Remuneration, Benefits, and Support: One round-trip air ticket; Accommodation; Visa assistance; Relocation package; Standard medical insurance; Book allowances; Rеimbursеmеnt of expenses related to the participation in international соnfеrеnсеs. About New Uzbekistan 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. There are four schools and ten departments within the institution: Engineering School with two departments in 2023: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical & Materials Engineering; School of Computing with three departments in 2023: Computer Science, AI, and Cybersecurity; School of Arts, Humanities, Natural & Social Sciences with four departments in 2023: Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Education; School of Management with one department in 2023: Industrial Management

The Lecturer is a member of the Department of General Education and delivers English-medium instruction primarily for Academic Communication Skills to first-year undergraduates across STEM and Humanities/Social Sciences cohorts. The role provides EAP/ESP-based teaching to develop seminar participation, presentations, discussion of readings, and short academic texts using appropriate academic language (vocabulary and register) and ethical source use. The Lecturer implements shared assessments and interactive pedagogy, adapts tasks and materials for different disciplinary contexts, localizes content for the Uzbekistani setting, and may teach additional General Education courses relevant to academic communication and student success, subject to departmental needs and qualifications. Key Teaching Areas Academic & Communication Skills: seminar discussion, academic speaking, presentations, and collaborative communication English for Academic Purposes (EAP) / English for Specific Purposes (ESP): academic vocabulary and register, discipline-relevant language use, and communication in university contexts Integrated Academic Language Skills: speaking, listening, academic reading, and reading-to-write/speak tasks aligned to course outcomes Academic Literacy & Integrity: source use, paraphrasing, summarising, referencing basics, and responsible use of information Foundational Academic Writing Support: short academic texts (e.g., paragraphs, summaries, reflections), organisation, clarity, and mechanics as required by course tasks Intercultural Communication & Classroom Norms: culturally responsive teaching, participation norms, and localization of materials/examples for the Uzbekistani context Assessment and Feedback: implementing common rubrics, providing formative feedback, and supporting students across mixed proficiency levels Core Responsibilities Teach a teaching load in English as defined by the employment contract and departmental workload policy, including associated office hours and assessment duties. Design and facilitate active learning sessions (discussion-based, task-based, project- based). Implement course assessments and rubrics consistently across sections. Provide timely feedback, support student progress, and maintain accurate records. Participate in course coordination meetings and contribute to syllabus refinement. Hold office hours and provide student advising related to academic communication skills. Contribute to quality assurance activities (assessment moderation, peer observation, course review). Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree (or higher) in TESOL/Applied Linguistics/Composition/Rhetoric/Education or closely related field. Demonstrated experience teaching academic speaking/communication in an English- medium university context. Proven ability to deliver interactive lessons for multilingual learners. Preferred Qualifications PhD in a relevant field. Native-level English proficiency (e.g., native speaker or demonstrably equivalent proficiency in academic and professional contexts). Experience teaching STEM communication or first-year seminars. Experience with assessment design, rubrics, moderation, and course coordination. Experience in international or cross-cultural higher education settings. Required Skills Strong classroom facilitation and discussion leadership. Ability to scaffold language and thinking skills for mixed proficiency groups. Clear, professional communication and collaborative teamwork. Application Materials CV Cover letter addressing teaching fit for English-medium General Education Teaching philosophy (1–2 pages) Names and contact details of 2–3 referees

About the Institute for Advanced Studies, New Uzbekistan University The Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS) at New Uzbekistan University is a leading research center dedicated to cutting-edge scientific discoveries and technological innovation. As a hub for interdisciplinary research, our institute brings together world- class scientists, engineers, and scholars to address the most pressing scientific and technological challenges of our time. At IAS, our mission is to: Advance scientific knowledge through pioneering research. Foster innovation in key fields such as nanotechnology, biotechnology, space sciences, renewable energy, and climate change. Train and mentor the next generation of researchers and scientists. Collaborate with global research institutions to drive impactful discoveries. Support Uzbekistan’s scientific and economic growth by transforming research into practical solutions. We envision becoming a leading research institute in Central Asia, driving advancements in science and technology that contribute to global progress while addressing local and regional challenges. As an institute directly supported by the President’s administration, IAS benefits from strong governmental backing, funding, and policy support, enabling rapid growth and high-impact research. IAS is committed to global scientific collaboration, working with prestigious universities, research institutes, and industry leaders to accelerate innovation and knowledge exchange. We invite scientists, researchers, students, and industry partners to collaborate with us in shaping the future of science and technology. We invite applications for two postdoc positions in optics in our institute. Deadline for receipt of applications: May 1, 2026. The candidate will work in the newly created Laboratory of Material Science, Laser, and Nanotechnology under the supervision of Prof. Rashid Ganeev. The members of our laboratory work on the applications of lasers for material science, nonlinear optics, and nanotechnologies. The studies will include the laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, high-order harmonic generation in laser-induced plasmas, gases, and solids, low-order nonlinear optical characterization of quantum dots, thin films, and other materials. Academic Qualifications and Skills Required: PhD in Physics with a strong grasp on Optics and Lasers. Demonstrated record of research activity. Strong experimental skill with a background in some of the following subjects: Lasers, Nonlinear Optics, Nanostructuring, Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, High-order Harmonic Generation. Programming skill. What we Offer: A vibrant international workplace with the opportunity of collaborating with top research groups at the institute and elsewhere A one-year contract with discussable extension Competitive salary package Starting date (flexible): May 2026. To apply, please send an e-mail to Prof. Rashid Ganeev (r.ganeev@newuu.uz) with subject POSTDOC Optics 2026 the following documents (PDF files only) until May 1, 2026: Cover letter containing a description of scientific interests and achievements as well as a justification of the intention to undertake scientific work under above research topics. It should contain the research statement, briefly describing your experience with some of the above-mentioned research topics and full contact information, year of conclusion of your PhD degree, and supervision. PhD diploma. A research project (up to 3 pages) related to the above-mentioned research topics. List of publications. Copy of your CV. Two reference letters to be directly sent to r.ganeev@newuu.uz before the deadline. The selection may also require an interview.