Nazarbayev University is a modern and rapidly developing university located in the heart of Eurasia – Nur-Sultan, the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Nazarbayev University (NU) was founded by the first President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev. The University aims to develop into a research university of international renown combining education, research, and innovation. Nazarbayev University educates the next generation of leaders of the Republic of Kazakhstan in science, public administration and various professions, thus contributing to the future development of the country. Core features of Nazarbayev University include: academic freedom and institutional autonomy, both legally enshrined as Nazarbayev University operates under a special Law; predominantly internationally recruited faculty, English as the language of instruction and research; entirely merit-based admission and progression system; and integrated teaching and research starting at the undergraduate level.

VISION:

To give Kazakhstan and the world the scientists, academics, managers and entrepreneurs they need to prosper and develop.

MISSION:

To be a model for higher education reform and modern research in Kazakhstan and to contribute to the establishment of Nur-Sultan as an international innovation and knowledge hub.

The NU campus is located in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan, in the heart of the new and ultra-modern Left-Bank region of the city. Incoming faculty will enjoy a cosmopolitan living experience, interwoven with traditional cultural influences in food and entertainment. The social life offers a rich and vibrant atmosphere with excellent clubs and restaurants, theater, music, opera, dancing, museums, modern and traditional bazaar shopping, professional and amateur sports, outdoor recreation, and much more.

Nazarbayev University's School of Engineering invites applications for two (2) full-time faculty positions to begin in January 2020 at the Master of Engineering Management (MEM) Program and the Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) Dept. 

For the MEM Program, we are interested in the following areas:

1.      Engineering Decision Tools (Linear Programming, Integer Programming, Non-Linear Programming, Decision Making) – Advanced Statistics and Probability – Operations Research Methods (Dynamic Programming, Markov Analysis, Simulation, Waiting Lines/Queueing Theory Models)

2.      Project Management – Big Data & Information Management, Supply Chain Management

 For the CEE Dept., we are interested in the following areas:

1.    Structural Engineering – Structural Mechanics, Nonlinear Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Health Monitoring, Steel Structures

2.    Geotechnical Engineering – Geotechnical Mechanics, Nonlinear Modeling, Numerical Analysis

3.    Transportation Engineering - Highway Engineering, Flexible Pavement Engineering

Nazarbayev University is a new Western style, English-speaking university established in 2011. The University is well-endowed with substantial support from the government and aspire to be a top research University in the region. We seek candidates with a commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. Applicants should have been awarded a PhD or equivalent degree from a reputable university, and are expected to have publications in top ranked journals/conferences in the areas of their expertise. Experience in industry and the alignment with thematic areas of the department would be favorably considered.

The School of Engineering, Nazarbayev University, offers Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs, and attracts some of the best students in the country.

Nazarbayev University is aspiring to be a research intensive international university, thus we are interested in recruiting and maintaining a diverse group of research intensive faculty.

Initial appointment is on a 3-year renewable contract and subsequent appointments can be 5-year/3-year renewable subject to annual performance reviews. An attractive internationally competitive remuneration package will include: Internationally competitive salary; A startup grant for conference travels and building collaborations; Holiday leave of 56 days per annum; Two flights for the appointee and dependents home per annum (excluding Kazakhstan citizens); International health insurance; Rent-free housing for the appointee and dependents; Assistance for relocation expenses including air fares for the appointee and dependents(excluding Kazakhstan citizens); and an educational allowance for dependent children (excluding Kazakhstan citizens).

The NU campus is located in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan, in the heart of the new and ultra-modern Left-Bank region of the city. Incoming faculty will enjoy a cosmopolitan living experience, interwoven with traditional cultural influences in food and entertainment. The social life offers a rich and vibrant atmosphere with excellent clubs and restaurants, theater, music, opera, dancing, museums, modern and traditional bazaar shopping, professional and amateur sports, outdoor recreation, and much more.

The deadline of applications is September 15, 2019. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Interested candidates are encouraged to find out more about the School at seng.nu.edu.kz.

Applications require a cover letter, C.V., teaching statement, research statement, copies of three best papers, a selected list of not more than 20 best publications, and three letters of recommendation. Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.

For any inquiries related to the application, please e-mail to the acting department head, Prof. Jong R. Kim

E-mail: Professor Jong R. Kim at [email protected]