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Nazarbayev University is a modern and rapidly developing university located in Astana, the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The University aims to develop into a research university of international renown combining education, research, and innovation 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.

The School of Engineering and Digital Sciences of Nazarbayev University invites applications for an Open Rank Faculty Position, Assistant Professor and above, for outstanding candidate to join the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

Candidates must possess an earned PhD degree in aerospace engineering from a reputable university. Candidates must, during their prior career, have demonstrated excellence in research, learning and teaching and external engagement. A sustained and successful track record of attaining research or commercial funding and publication in internationally recognised quality journals associated with high Scopus h-index are essential. An ideal candidate will demonstrate a willingness to collaborate within a team to deliver teaching and research related to broad area of aerospace engineering and propulsion systems. The candidate research interests should complement and augment the department's existing strengths in aerospace propulsion, flight mechanics, and aeroelasticity. Excellent communication skills and English fluency are required.

More details about the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department can be found at:

https://research.nu.edu.kz/en/organisations/department-of-mechanical-and-aerospace-engineering

PhD degree in aerospace engineering from a reputable university with a proven research track record and teaching experience commensurate with appointment rank.

What we offer:

• Internationally 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 for the appointee and dependents


• Expatriate benefits (rent-free housing, home travel (two per annum), 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.

For informal discussion about the role, please contact the Head of Department, Professor Essam Shehab at essam.shehab@nu.edu.kz

Deadline: open until filled.

Applications require to complete on-line application form accompanied by a cover letter, CV and three reference letters. Incomplete applications will not be considered for review. 

Please use the following link to apply for a position: 

https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/NazarbayevUniversity1/744000019878639-open-rank-faculty-position-in-aerospace-engineering  

Only candidates who have applied through this link will be considered.