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Assistant/Associate Professor of MEM Program, Civil and Environmental Engineering Department

LocationAstana, kz

Work modeon-site

Typecontract

DepartmentDepartment of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Company size1,001–5,000 people

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Last seen3d ago

Company Description

Nazarbayev University is a modern and rapidly developing university located in the heart of Eurasia – Astana, 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 Astana as an international innovation and knowledge hub.

The NU campus is located in Astana, 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, theatre, music, opera, dancing, museums, modern and traditional bazaar shopping, professional and amateur sports, outdoor recreation, and much more.

Job Description

The School of Engineering and Digital Sciences invites applications from outstanding individuals to join its Master in Engineering Management Program as Assistant or Associate Professors.

While all areas of Engineering Management are targeted, there is a special emphasis on Operations Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management and Engineering Economics.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess an earned PhD degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management or closely related fields from a reputable university. A sustained and successful track record of publications in internationally recognized quality journals and conferences associated with high Scopus h-index is essential for both ranks. Evidence of attaining research or commercial funding and successful grantsmanship is essential for the Associate Professor rank.

Additional Information

What we offer:

· Competitive salary and 2-course teaching load per semester

· Generous research time

· Research seed grants and other competitive research funding opportunities

· Selected conference and travel funding

· International health insurance

· Expatriate benefits (rent-free housing, home travel (one per annum), child education allowance, assistance for relocation expenses including air fares for the appointee and dependents)

· Paid home leave of 56 days per annum

Initial appointment is on a 3-year renewable contract and subsequent appointments can be 5-year/3-year renewable subject to annual performance reviews.

Hiring process

Application Information: Applicants should send a detailed CV, cover letter and three reference letters, teaching and research statements, and list of publications via Smart recruiters system.

Review of applications is expected to begin soon and continue until the position is filled. Applicants on the shortlist will be called for interviews.

Successful appointments are expected to begin August 1st, 2024. Additional information can be found on our website (www.nu.edu.kz).

Please contact Professor Jong Kim, Head of Civil and Environmental Department, for an informal discussion about the role. Email: [email protected]

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