Nazarbayev University (NU) is a modern and rapidly developing university located in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan. The University aims to develop into a world class research university combining education, research, and innovation. Core features of Nazarbayev University include predominantly internationally recruited faculty, English as the language of instruction and research; entirely merit-based admission and progression, and state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories.

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of the School of Engineering and Digital Sciences (seng.nu.edu.kz) invites applications for an instructor position to begin in January 2020. Preferred candidates should be focused on electrical engineering related areas such as power electronics, electric/electronic circuit analysis and design, and electromechanical systems.

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 master or equivalent degree from a reputable university, and are expected to have a number of conference publications in the areas of their expertise. The successful candidate should have research work potential, strong technical skills in the areas of their expertise and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in industry and alignment with thematic areas of the department would be favorably considered.

Initial appointment is on a 3-year renewable contract and subsequent appointments are subject to annual performance reviews. An attractive internationally competitive remuneration package will include: internationally competitive salary; holiday leave of 56 days per annum; health insurance; rent-free housing for the appointee and dependents and others.

The NU campus is located in Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan, in the heart of the new and ultra-modern Left-Bank 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 15 December 2019. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. To apply, please submit a cover letter and a resume with a list of publications and the contact information of three references jointly with a statement of teaching and research plans.

For any inquiries related to the application, please contact acting chair of the department Dr. Almas Shintemirov ([email protected]).