Faculty Position (Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor) in General Education/Psychology

KIMEP University

College of Human Sciences and Education (CHSE)

Faculty Position (Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor) in General Education/Psychology is effective from January 2027 or until the position is filled

Position Summary

KIMEP University College of Human Sciences and Education invites applications for a faculty position (Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor). This is a full-time academic appointment beginning in January 2027. Responsibilities include teaching, research, scholarly activities, and service. The new faculty member will support the college's undergraduate and graduate programs, particularly our BS in Psychology, as well as the MS in Psychology programs. All CHSE faculty are also expected to teach General Education and academic writing courses.

We seek talented instructors and innovative scholars with expertise in the following areas: Clinical Psychology, Psychology, AI Ethics, Academic Writing, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

Expertise is desired in the following areas: Psychology and other relevant areas.

• a Master’s degree in the relevant area from an internationally recognized, accredited university;
• at least 3 years of teaching experience in reputable universities;
• prior research publications or clear evidence of research potential;
• administrative experience in the education sector would also be viewed favorably.

For all instructors, experience with course design and teaching is strongly desired. Familiarity with CIS countries or similar international experience is welcome.

ABD’s will be considered who meet the position qualifications and include in their application materials a letter from the dissertation chair confirming the defense date prior to the position’s start date.

KIMEP University

KIMEP University is the leading American-style, internationally accredited, English-speaking academic institution in the Commonwealth of Independent States. It provides a world-class academic experience and a unique international environment for all its students and faculty. KIMEP University was established in 1992 and has built a strong regional reputation as a leading provider of higher education. All graduate and undergraduate programs are accredited by at least one recognized international accreditation agency. National bodies regularly rank academic programs among the top in the region.

Almaty, Kazakhstan

The city of Almaty is situated at the base of the majestic Tien Shan Mountains in Southeast Kazakhstan. About 2 million people live in or near Almaty, which 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. Boasting the Silk Road of the 21st century, Kazakhstan offers unique positions in oil and gas, economic development, and trade. Kazakhstan's dynamic 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. After-tax compensation compares favorably with net salaries in Western countries.

Limited on-campus housing is available to rent, or alternatively, help is available in finding off-campus housing. In addition to salary, a benefit package includes basic healthcare insurance, reduced tuition rates for KIMEP courses, and a relocation allowance subsidy for international faculty. New faculty members receive a reduced teaching schedule during the first semester. Summer paid teaching is typically available.

The salary of international faculty will be subject to tax deductions (10% Personal Income tax in general), as required by the Law of Kazakhstan.

Application Process

Please submit the following documents to the KIMEP University HR portal:

• Filled and submitted application form
• Cover letter that indicates the position applied for, how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications, course(s) you can teach, and your research activities.
• Shortlisted candidates must submit 2 referees’ names/contact details and, if available, recommendation letters.
• The teaching evaluation forms for the last 2 semesters.

Closing date for submission of applications: October 10, 2026 (11:59 pm Almaty time).

The CHSE Hiring Committee will inform and invite only shortlisted candidates for interviews.