KIMEP University
School of Law
POSITION DESCRIPTION - Associate Professor of Research
KIMEP University School of Law invites applications for a faculty position of Associate Professor of Research. The position is full-time academic appointment to begin in fall semester 2024. Responsibilities include teaching, research, and service.
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Other Duties and Responsibilities
Required Qualifications and Experience
Specific requirements of MES for accreditation and attestation purposes and defined by the Ministry of Labor as essential standards for employment: DS/PhD or CS and a minimum of 5 years of educational and scientific work at an educational institute in the area of specialisation and, for progression to a higher grade, at least one year in the preceding grade.
Additional KIMEP requirements: required publications and other requirements may be found in the KIMEP Faculty Code of Practice. Terminal degree in Law and MLIS or equivalent.
Essential Skills/Abilities/Competencies
The School of Law
The School of Law has an accomplished faculty of 8 full-time, 1 emeritus and various part-time faculty, along with 4 administrative staff members, including the dean. Professional programs are provided at the bachelor’s and master’s levels, in accordance with the Bologna process.
KIMEP University
KIMEP University is the leading American style, internationally accredited, English language academic institution. The university provides a world class academic experience and a unique international environment to all its students and faculty. KIMEP was established in 1992 and has built a very strong regional reputation as a leading provider of higher education. The Bang College of Business currently has 31 fulltime faculty. All programs are accredited by at least one recognized international accreditation agency. In 2022, BCB also received the first EFMD Program based accreditation in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. All academic programs are ranked among the top in Kazakhstan.
Almaty, Kazakhstan
The city of Almaty is a beautiful, modern and vibrant city situated at the base of majestic Tien Shan Mountains in Southeast Kazakhstan. The city has a population of 2 million people and is the financial, cultural, summer and winter sports and cosmopolitan capital of Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is located in the heart of Eurasia with important commercial inroads bridging Asia and Europe. Kazakhstan's dynamically changing economic, social, educational and cultural environment provides incredible opportunities for significant and original research.
Compensation
Rank and salary are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Compensation after-tax compares favorably with net salaries in western countries. Combined with a low cost of living, the salary becomes even more competitive in real terms.
Limited on campus housing is available to rent. In addition to salary, a benefits package includes basic healthcare, reduced tuition rates for KIMEP courses, and subsidy for relocation allowance. New faculty members are provided with a reduced teaching schedule during the first semester. Summer paid teaching is typically available. The salary will be subject to a deduction of 10% income tax.
Application Process
Please submit the following documents to KIMEP University HR portal (via "Apply" button):
Address any questions to: recruitment@kimep.kz
Closing dates for submission of applications: April 5, 2024 (23.59 Almaty time)
Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purposes only.
Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates can be notified and invited for interviews.