Assistant Professor in Computer Aided Design- uk job vacancy

Job title: Assistant Professor in Computer Aided Design
Organization: Nazarbayev University -The School of Engineering
Deadline: September 1, 2013.
Nazarbayev University is a newly established institution of higher education in Astana, Kazakhstan. It opened its doors in 2011, as a Western style, English- speaking university with predominantly international academic staff. It provides undergraduate programs in Science and Technology, Social Sciences & Humanities and Engineering. The School of Engineering features a 4-year BEng curriculum, with majors in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical & Electronic and Chemical Engineering. University College London is the strategic partner university of the School. The School is investing heavily in its teaching and learning infrastructure, has started preparations to set up graduate programs, and is breaking ground to build a new research facility and extend the teaching facilities.

The department of Mechanical Engineering invites candidates for the position of assistant professor in equipment design and computer aided design. Ideally the candidate would have experience in CAD and rapid prototyping.

Required Qualifications: a Ph.D. degree from a reputed university in mechanical design engineering, prototyping or computer aided engineering, the ability to teach in the undergraduate program in the area of equipment design / computer aided design. Priority will be given to candidates with teaching experience. The successful candidate will take on teaching responsibilities in the undergraduate and postgraduate programs, participate in research and services to the School.

An attractive salary and reward package, including rent-free accommodation, child education and personal shipment allowance, vacation allowance and no-cost international health insurance is offered.
 
How to apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, the names and contact details of three referees, and supporting materials to:
 Professor Alfred Bliek,
 Dean of the Nazarbayev University School of Engineering
at hiring-engineering@nu.edu.kz
For additional information about the School and the position job description, please visit our website (http://seng.nu.edu.kz/seng/Careers).
 Review of applications will begin immediately.

Appointments will take effect as of January 1, 2014