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School: Graduate School of Development  Duty Station: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan Reports to: The Rector Deadline: Open until filled About the Graduate School of Development (GSD) GSD is a multidisciplinary academic unit of UCA, dedicated to research, education, and policy engagement focused on the mountain regions of Central Asia. These regions face unique and pressing challenges—from climate change and environmental degradation to socio-economic transformation and cultural preservation. GSD is organised around three disciplinary hubs: Social and Economic Sciences, Environmental and Climate Sciences, and Cultural Studies. These hubs are reflected in GSD’s constituent units: the Institute of Public Policy and Administration (IPPA), Mountain Societies Research Institute (MSRI), Civil Society Initiative (CSI), Cultural Heritage and Humanities Unit (CHHU), the Aga Khan Humanities Project (AKHP), and the Afghanistan Research Initiative. Together, these entities serve as a regional platform for advancing knowledge, policy dialogue, and capacity development, with a strong emphasis on the needs and resilience of mountain societies. GSD has also recently launched an Executive Education programme and is developing a portfolio of postgraduate academic offerings, led by its Associate Dean of Education. Role Purpose The Dean of GSD provides academic, intellectual, and strategic leadership to shape and guide GSD’s mission and growth. The Dean ensures that GSD’s research and educational outputs are academically rigorous, socially relevant, and regionally transformative. This includes steering the School’s research agenda, cultivating institutional partnerships, overseeing the development of postgraduate and executive education programmes, and supporting fundraising and grant development efforts. The role requires a dynamic academic leader with a strong track record in research and policy influence, as well as an understanding of the complex development landscape of Central Asia. The Dean will play a pivotal role in consolidating GSD’s contributions across disciplines and enhancing its impact on sustainable development across the region. Reporting The Dean of GSD reports directly to the Rector of UCA and collaborates with the University’s leadership team. Critical Accountabilities and Outcomes Strategic Leadership Develop and implement GSD’s medium- and long-term research strategy aligned with UCA’s mission. Advance interdisciplinary, impact-driven research in socio-economic development, governance, environment, and cultural heritage. Oversee the implementation of successful professional and academic postgraduate programmes, and a suite of Executive Education programmes. Develop meaningful partnerships with the other UCA Schools – the School of Professional and Continuing Education and the School of Arts and Sciences. Key Outcomes: Strategic vision realized through high-impact programmes. Increased visibility and influence of GSD in policy and academic domains. Set of postgraduate and executive education programmes. Research, Policy, and Programme Development Promote and oversee research that responds to regional development priorities. Ensure rigorous, multidisciplinary outputs through GSD's disciplinary hubs. Guide the design and rollout of postgraduate offerings, certificates, and training programmes. Key Outcomes: Research informs regional development and global academic discourse. Academic and policy-oriented postgraduate programmes established. International and regional recognition of research outputs Faculty Recruitment and Development Recruit, develop, and retain high-quality research and teaching staff. Support the effective management of GSD’s Academic Operations Office. Promote professional development, mentorship, and regional capacity building. Ensure robust mentoring systems for new and mid-career faculty members. Key Outcomes: High-performing, diverse team aligned with UCA’s academic mission. Strong Central Asian representation in research delivery, educational programming, administration and leadership. Strong levels of retention and professional development. Excellence in academic administration. External Engagement and Partnerships Build collaborations with academic institutions, think tanks, civil society, and government bodies. Support learning networks and regional dialogues in governance, environment, and civil society. ​​​Key Outcomes: Active, mutually beneficial partnerships in Central Asia and globally. Enhanced regional policy engagement. ​​​Cultural Heritage and Humanities Oversee research and preservation initiatives on cultural and intellectual traditions in the region. Support regional scholars and knowledge systems. Promote Central Asian culture and society globally. ​​​​Key Outcomes: Documented and accessible cultural heritage resources. Strengthened identity and heritage research in Central Asia. Fundraising and Grant Management Lead proposal development, grant capture, and donor engagement. Manage large-scale research projects with international partners. Facilitate the growth of a diverse team of potential Principal Investigators. Key Outcomes: Sustained and diversified funding base. Effective implementation and reporting of funded programmes. Professional development of GSD’s academic teams. Student Recruitment, Student Life and Academic Success Oversee student recruitment and progression to the master’s programmes (once launched). Ensure robust academic support systems for student success. Work with University offices to manage scholarships, internship opportunities, and awards. Ensure effective partnership between students, faculty and staff. Guarantee a research driven education agenda. Form/support educational partnerships with industry and multilaterals. Key Outcomes: Strong and diverse student enrolment, retention and academic performance. Sustainable model of postgraduate programme delivery in Central Asia. Programme Oversight and Quality Assurance Lead the continuous improvement and accreditation of GSD programmes. Ensure programme effectiveness through student feedback and engagement with external expertise. Ensure postgraduate programmes and Executive Education provide for regional professional demands, while providing for international standard postgraduate programming. Key Outcomes: High-quality, accredited academic programmes. Effective and adaptive curriculum development. Institutional Leadership and Governance Represent GSD in senior management structures. Ensure alignment of GSD goals with UCA’s academic, financial, and operational plans. Key Outcomes: GSD is fully integrated within UCA’s strategic and operational systems. Financial Oversight Manage the financial operations of GSD, ensuring responsible budgeting and resource allocation. Ensure effective use of donor support and revenue-generating initiatives. Enhance the sustainability of the School through consolidated cost-recovery and maximising impact per AKDN and donor investment. Key Outcomes: Sound financial governance and resource optimisation. Maximisation of donor and funding opportunities. Sustainability QualificationsEducation Education PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., public policy, development studies, environmental sciences, social sciences) with a distinguished record of scholarly accomplishment. Experience and Knowledge At least 10 years in academic or research leadership roles. Demonstrated research excellence and policy engagement in socio-economic development. Experience in fundraising, international collaboration, and postgraduate programme design. Proven expertise in academic policy development, quality assurance, and administration. Strong track record in faculty recruitment, research facilitation, and financial stewardship. Experience in institutional partnerships, student engagement, and curriculum development. Familiarity with Central Asia or work in transitional or developing contexts. Abilities and Personal Attributes Strong leadership, vision, and organisational skills. Effective communicator, collaborator, and mentor. Ability to inspire interdisciplinary teams and manage across cultures. Strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills. Commitment to academic excellence and institutional development. Integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of accountability. Ability to motivate and inspire academic staff in research, education and service. Entrepreneurial, resilient, and results-oriented. Language Requirements Advanced English proficiency required. Russian is desirable; Kyrgyz, Kazakh and/or Tajik is an asset. 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 Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan 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. UCA brings with it the broader commitment and partnership of the Aga Khan Development Network. For more information: www.ucentralasia.org Considerations Regular travel across Central Asia and to international locations and events is required. This position is a senior management role and the appointed role-holder is expected to contribute to the development, management and leadership of the University. How to Apply Please submit your application (cover letter, CV and contact information of three references) on https://tinyurl.com/h739sj6x or hr.recruitment@ucentralasia.org Applications will be reviewed when received. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Review other job vacancies at: https://ucentralasia.org/career-opportunities

Salary: £28,031 - £30,378 per annum Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Sixth Form Job reference: REQ000462 Attachments: attachmentLaboratory Technician – Sixth Form Centre - JD - Dec 25.pdf Are you an enthusiastic Laboratory Technician looking for a unique and exciting experience?  We are a new £5.5 million Sixth Form Centre within University College Birmingham looking for a proactive and efficient Laboratory Technician to join our friendly staff and provide practical support for our A-Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics groups.  This is an excellent opportunity to join our innovative team on a maternity cover contract and contribute to a transformative educational experience. Our A-level students benefit from access to UCB’s world-class vocational facilities, including advanced health simulation suites, robotics labs, and food chemistry laboratories. Working within our brand-new laboratories, you will be a key player in shaping our innovative science programme and empowering our students as responsible and creative scientists. You will be responsible for sourcing materials and developing efficient requisition processes, as well as maintaining all equipment and ensuring that prep rooms and laboratories remain clean and well organised. To enable safe and effective science teaching and learning, you will co-ordinate and prepare resources that support the practical delivery of A-level Science, ensuring full compliance with all Health and Safety regulations. The candidate will enjoy working independently and bring an approachable, can-do attitude to the role. As a valued member of our caring community, you will help our students flourish as global citizens and inspire in them a genuine passion for STEM. You will have previous experience of working in a laboratory. Please note this is a maternity leave cover - up to 12 months  Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award. You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. 

Job Description FACULTY OF SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS The Department invites applications for a tenure-track faculty vacancy at the Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor rank specialising in applied/computational mathematics and statistics, especially with numerical partial differential equations and scientific computing, or an area which complements the Department’s research profile. Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor (25260404) Responsibilities: The appointees will perform high-impact research, teach and supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and contribute to professional and institutional services. Collaboration with other faculty members in research and teaching is also expected. Requirements: Applicants should possess a relevant PhD degree with solid track record in research. Teaching experience is preferred. They are expected to be energetic and motivated and have strong commitment in teaching. They will also actively participate in current research and teaching programmes of the Department and be able to support its independent research with external research grants. Those with substantial teaching experience and a good record of scholarly achievements will be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor. For enquiries, please contact Professor Leevan Ling, Head of Department (email: math@hkbu.edu.hk).  More information about the Department can be found at https://www.math.hkbu.edu.hk/v1/ This is a tenure-track position with an initial appointment to be made on a fixed-term contract of three years. Re-appointment thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. Tenure is expected to be attained within six years. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System with samples of publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent publications/works. They should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with Job Identification number (stated above) quoted on the letters, to the Human Resources Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after the submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the positions are filled.