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Silkroad IRI

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The “Silk Road” International Research Institute welcomes applications for the following positions:

DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Qualifications:
  • Advanced academic degree: Doctor of Science (DSc), with the title of Professor, Senior Researcher, or Associate Professor.
  • Proficiency in English, Russian, and Uzbek (knowledge of Chinese or other languages is an asset).
  • Proven international experience in research projects, academic collaborations and conferences.
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in research and studies, including leadership roles.
  • Expertise in modern research methodologies, technologies and relevant software.
  • Exceptional analytical and communication and presentation skills, ability to lead discussions, foster teamwork and inspire goal-oriented performance.
  • Research specialisation in studying, preserving, and restoring the tangible cultural heritage of Silk Road countries, particularly in Central Asia.
  • A robust record of publications in top-tier peer-reviewed journals.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Collaboration with globally renowned scholars and research institutions.
  • Involvement in significant international research and applied scientific projects.
  • Further details to be discussed at the interview.

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

Qualifications:
  • Advanced academic degree: Doctor of Science (DSc) or PhD, with the title of Professor, Senior Researcher, or Associate Professor.
  • Proficiency in English, Russian, and Uzbek (knowledge of Chinese or additional languages is an asset).
  • Proven international experience in research projects, academic collaborations and conferences.
  • Expertise in preserving, restoring, and promoting tangible cultural heritage sites, as well as in the archaeology and history of Silk Road countries, particularly in Central Asia.
  • A solid record of publications in top peer-reviewed journals.
  • Strong leadership abilities and experience managing researchteams.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Opportunities to work with leading global researchers and institutions.
  • Active involvement in large-scale international projects.
  • Additional details to be finalised during the interview.

SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW

Qualifications:
  • Advanced academic degree: Doctor of Science (DSc), with the title of Professor.
  • Proficiency in English, Russian, and Uzbek (a strong command; knowledge of Chinese or other languages is an asset).
  • Experience in international research projects and academic collaborations.
  • Specialisation in the preservation and restoration of tangible cultural heritage, archaeology and the history of Silk Road countries, particularly in Central Asia.
  • A well-established publication record in top-level peer-reviewed journals.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with leading scholars and research centres worldwide.
  • Participation in impactful international research and applied science initiatives.
  • Further details to be addressed during the interview.

RESEARCH FELLOW

Qualifications:
  • Advanced academic degree: Doctor of Science (DSc) or PhD, with the title of Professor, Senior Researcher, or Associate Professor.
  • Proficiency in English, Russian and Uzbek (knowledge of Chinese or other languages is an asset).
  • A background in international research projects.
  • Research focus on the tangible cultural heritage of Silk Road countries, with an emphasis on Central Asia.
  • A distinguished publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary with growth prospects.
  • Collaboration with top-level international researchers and research centres.
  • Participation in prominent international research initiatives.
  • Additional information to be discussed at the interview.

⚠️ Please carefully review the requirements for each position before applying. Only candidates who meet the criteria should submit their applications. 📩 To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to silkroad.iri@gmail.com or inquire by phone: Abdullayev Ulugbek: +90 3200288, Shamsiddinov Alisher: +93 5650524