Nazarbayev University

About NUGSB. Since its inception in 2013, NUGSB has built a rapidly growing reputation as the leading research-intensive business school in Central Asia. The school consistently ranks as the number one school in the region, and is ranked top 5 among the research-intensive business schools founded since 2000.  We have attracted faculty who received their PhDs from leading institutions such as Cornell, Columbia, Stanford, INSEAD, LSE. Our faculty members have published their work in leading FT 50 and UT Dallas journals. The school is accredited by AMBA and BGA and is in advanced stage of the AACSB accreditation process. Nazarbayev University and Astana. Kazakhstan’s government is committed to establishing a world-class research-oriented university that will provide the highest quality education in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Located in Astana, Nazarbayev University is a US-style, research-oriented university that is the flagship of that commitment. The university was created with support from leading universities around the world, including: Cambridge University, Colorado School of Mines, Duke University, National University of Singapore, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburg, University of Wisconsin-Madison. The university benefits from its location in Astana, the relatively new capital of Kazakhstan. Founded three decades ago, Astana has blossomed into a thriving modern metropolis with a population of over one million, including expats from over 100 countries. Described as “brash and grandiose—and wildly attractive” by National Geographic, and as “the futuristic frontier of architecture” by the Guardian, the city successfully hosted the 2017 World Expo. The city boasts not only modern architecture but also a vibrant cultural scene with museums, an opera house, bars, restaurants to suit every palette, and a rich night life. About Kazakhstan. Rich in natural resources, Kazakhstan has experienced extraordinary economic growth since it gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. The country is currently considered an Upper Middle Income Country by the World Bank and is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top 20 locations for foreign direct investment (FDI). What We Offer At NUGSB we offer the following to our faculty: Generous research time Research grants and other competitive funding opportunities Funding for research conferences and research visits Highly competitive salaries comparable to top R1 US schools Competitive teaching load, often taught in modular format Expatriate benefits (housing, home travel, health insurance, schooling allowance for school-age children) Opportunities in executive education Candidates should have a PhD degree in the relevant field from an accredited institution, an excellent research record or the potential to publish their work in top journals in the field. We welcome highly-qualified entry-level applicants as well as experienced faculty. The Application Process If you are interested, we encourage you to apply by clicking on the link: NUGSB Application Portal or email hr_gsb@nu.edu.kz Your application should include: A cover letter highlighting your specific area of expertise, motivation and interest in the position; Sample of written work (including job market paper) Names and contact details to request three letters of recommendation (after shortlisted) Research Agenda Teaching Approach Curriculum Vitae (CV). For more information about NUGSB please visit our website: http://gsb.nu.edu.kz. You will also find information about our faculty at: https://gsb.nu.edu.kz/facultyresearch/faculty-profiles/. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews with NUGSB faculty. Nazarbayev University is an equal opportunity employer.

Nazarbayev University, Graduate School of Business — Astana, Kazakhstan Position: Assistant Professor of Marketing (Quantitative Marketing)  Start date: August 2027 (an earlier start in January 2027 may be considered in exceptional cases) Application deadline: October 9, 2026 (review continues until the position is filled) The Graduate School of Business (GSB) at Nazarbayev University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Quantitative Marketing at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2027. An earlier start in January 2027 may be considered in exceptional circumstances. We seek candidates who specialize in quantitative marketing, including areas such as empirical or analytical modeling, digital marketing, and marketing analytics. Qualifications Applicants must hold a PhD in Marketing, Economics, or a related field before the starting date. Candidates should have a publication record or strong publication potential in leading journals (e.g., UTD-24, FT-50, ABS 4*/4) and a solid research pipeline. Candidates are expected to teach Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Analytics, or related areas at the undergraduate and graduate levels. About the school Located in Astana, Kazakhstan, the Nazarbayev University Graduate School of Business (NUGSB) was established in 2013 and offers PhD, Executive MBA, MBA, MSc in Finance, MA in Economics, and BBA programs, including a Eurasian Business BBA delivered jointly with the HKUST Business School in Hong Kong. NUGSB is a research-intensive business school, offering its faculty generous research time, an efficient teaching load, and an internationally competitive salary and benefit package. Generous internal research grants are available on a competitive basis. According to the UT Dallas global ranking of research-intensive business schools, NUGSB is ranked number one in Eurasia and among the top five globally for young business schools. NUGSB holds AMBA accreditation for its MBA programs and school-wide BGA accreditation for responsible management. English is the language of instruction and of the workplace. The diverse faculty at NUGSB have received their PhDs from leading schools such as Stanford, INSEAD, Columbia, NYU, Cornell, Northwestern, and LBS. Nazarbayev University Kazakhstan's government is committed to establishing a world-class research-oriented university that will provide the highest quality education in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Nazarbayev University is a US-style, research-oriented university that is the flagship of that commitment. The university was created with support from leading universities around the world, including the University of Cambridge, the Colorado School of Mines, Duke University, the National University of Singapore, the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Pittsburgh, and the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Astana Astana is a young, international capital of more than 1.5 million people. Over the past two decades it has grown into a modern city with a full cultural and social life: an opera house and concert halls, national museums and galleries, a wide range of restaurants and cafés, parks and riverside promenades, and modern sports facilities. A skyline shaped by leading international architects and the legacy of Expo 2017 give the city a distinctive character. Astana is safe, affordable and easy to settle in, with international schools, an active expatriate community, and direct flights to major hubs in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The university campus is a short distance from the city centre. Compensation and benefits NUGSB offers a highly competitive salary and benefit package, including health insurance, a child educational allowance, housing benefits, and a home leave allowance. How to apply Apply through the NUGSB Application Portal (a Google account is needed to upload files) or email your application to hr_gsb@nu.edu.kz with the subject line "QM — [Your Name]". Your application should include a cover letter, CV, job market paper, research statement, and teaching statement (with teaching evaluations if available). Three letters of reference will be requested from short-listed candidates. Applications received by October 9, 2026 receive full consideration. Informal inquiries: Mustafa Karatas (mustafa.karatas@nu.edu.kz). Website: https://gsb.nu.edu.kz/ Nazarbayev University is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, disability, race, nationality, property, social, or official status, place of residence, religion, political beliefs, or membership in any clan, social class, or public association.

Nazarbayev University’s Center for Preparatory Studies (CPS) is currently seeking qualified teachers for our language courses: EAP or academic skills. CPS operates a Foundation Year Program (NUFYP) which emphasizes academic English, mathematics, and a “Leadership” course to prepare students for Nazarbayev University’s undergraduate schools. The minimum English entry level into NUFYP is an overall IELTS of 5.5; all classes are taught in English. Job Description NUFYP Teaching Fellows teach up to 18 student-contact hours per week (lecture, seminars,office hours) and perform eight hours of support in working groups (e.g., materials development,assessment creation), and can volunteer with student clubs, serving on university committees, offering short courses in our learning center, or presenting professional development workshops. Candidates with an interest in teaching academic skills in a content course are desired. Qualifications The successful candidate must have the qualifications, experience, character, and skills required to effectively teach in an undergraduate preparatory program. These include: Completed Master’s degree in an appropriate subject area (e.g., Education, EAP, TESL, Applied Linguistics) Teaching abilities – usually demonstrated through relevant work experience with international foundation teaching experience preferred The ability to teach in a multicultural educational environment and collaborate as a supportive team member Possessing a robust work ethic, exemplary professional behavior, and strong moral character Excellent communications skills – the ability to follow written and oral instructions The ability to contribute NU’s core values