Position Overview:
We are seeking highly qualified candidates with teaching background in general humanities, history, English language, leadership, and communication courses for engineering and science students to join as a faculty member in the School of Digital Technologies (SoDT) at American University of Technology (AUT), located in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. AUT is powered by Arizona State University (ASU), means AUT programs and related curricula are similar to corresponding programs at ASU. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our growing academic community; engage in teaching and scholarly activities; and inspire the next generation of students. Priority will be given to candidates who can develop and teach courses in ethics, communication, leadership, and sustainability & society. Note: The medium of instruction for all courses is in English.
Job Descriptions:
Teaching:
The primary function for this position is teaching undergraduate humanities/history/communication courses in English for engineering and science students at the School of Digital Technologies (SoDT).
Faculty members are expected to be effective instructors and mentors to the students. The activities include but not limited to the following:
• Preparing course materials in consultations with the program coordinator
• Preparing course syllabi that includes learning outcomes, activities, evaluation methods,
major course topics, attendance policies, and other policies required by the School and the
university
• Creating assignments/projects that encourages active learning, critical thinking, and
developing problem-solving skills
• Using an online learning management system (i.e., Canvas), and other instructional
technology/tools (i.e., Smartboard, Projector, etc.) as needed.
• Implementing modern teaching-learning pedagogy and practices (i.e., flip-classroom and
experiential learning)
• Evaluating student performance according to departmental standards
• Providing constructive feedback to the students on their learning and performance
• Providing information regarding course outcomes needed for accreditations and quality
Scholarly Activities:
Scholarly activities are integral part of the faculty job duties in the School of Digital Technologies.
Each faculty member is expected the following:
• Actively engage in scholarly activities in his/her fields of interest.
• Engage the students in research projects and serve as their mentors
• Actively engage research activities for the faculty’s professional development
Collaborate with other faulty member(s) and/or researcher(s) within the university, and outside (national and international) institutions, funding agencies, and industry for scholarly activities.
Services:
Faculty members are the backbone of the university. In addition to teaching and scholarly activities, services to the university and community engagement are important. The faculty members are expected to the following:
• Engage in the student recruitment and retention events
• Serve in the School and/or university level committees as requested
• Engage in the local community as requested by the School and/or the university
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
The minimum qualifications for the position are listed below:
• A Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Liberal Arts such as literature, history, communication, intercultural studies, education, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching (in-person) relevant courses for the program.
• For an Associate Professor level, at least 6 years of post-Ph.D. full-time equivalent teaching experience in relevant courses/program. Combination of teaching and professional work experience in relevant field(s) is also considered.
• Professional level language skills in English (i.e., Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and goals of the program
Other Qualifications:
The other qualifications are:
• Native or near native proficiency in English language is preferred
• Skills in other language(s) such as Uzbek and/or Russian is a plus
• Leadership and public speaking skills are expected
• Experience working in diverse and multicultural settings
• Relevant industry, non-profits, or other professional work experience
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and goals of the university.
Application Information:
To be considered for the faculty position at the School of Digital Technologies at American University of Technology (AUT) in Tashkent, the applicants must submit the following documents:
• Cover letter: Describe how your academic/professional background meets the qualifications for the position. (2 pages max)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): Please provide an up-to-date CV. (6 pages max)
• Teaching Statement: Describe your teaching experience including philosophy and strategies; and a list of relevant courses for the position. (2 pages max)
• Scholarly Activities Statement: Describe scholarly activities you would plan to engage in at AUT. (1 page max)
Please combine all the above-mentioned documents as a single PDF file. Submit the PDF file in the following email address: sodt@aut-edu.uz. In the email subject line, please put sodt2025003.
Note: Failure to submit all the requested documents in the above email address could exclude the applicant from further consideration.
Application Deadline:
The position(s) are open until filled. However, applications submitted before April 08, 2025, will get full consideration.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further consideration/interview(s).
If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will need to provide additional documentation:
• Educational transcripts, diplomas, and certifications must be translated into English.
• References: You must provide contact details for three professional references. These individuals should be those who have either worked with you or supervised your work.
Note: By submitting an application for the position, you agree that the information provided in your application is subject to verification by AUT.
