Teaching Assistant 0.25 rate (TA), Department of Physics, School of Science and Technology
1 | Job Title: | Teaching Assistant 0.25 rate (TA), Department of Physics, School of Science and Technology |
2 | Key and functional tasks of the Department: | Planning, organizing and conducting Physics teaching, research and curricular activities in the Department of Physics at School of Science and Technology of Nazarbayev University |
3 | Key and functional tasks of the position: | Within undergraduate general Physics courses, perform teaching of: – recitations (problem-solving classes) – laboratories (including lab equipment handling) – grading of assignments (home work problems, quizzes, exams, lab reports, etc.) |
4 | Business trip: | Possible |
5 | Education: | – An earned undergraduate degree in Physics or closely related area of science or engineering is required. – An earned Master degree in Physics or closely related area of science or engineering is a plus. |
6 | Prior professional experience | – Strong ability to solve general physics problems is required. – No professional experience is required – Prior experience with scientific instrumentation, computer programming and conducting research is a plus. |
7 | Professional knowledge and personal qualities | – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in General Physics are required – Commitment, flexibility, punctuality, collaboration, mutual respect, honesty, integrity, cultural sensitivity are required. |
8 | Proficiency in languages, including state language | – Excellent English language communication skills are required as all instructions at NU are conducted in English. – Knowledge of Russian and Kazakh are obligatory. |
9 | Computer skills (programs, computer literacy) | – Fluency in MS Office and Internet are required |
10 | Required Application Materials | Applicants should send their CV to CV@nu.edu.kz, subject line: “Physics TA, School of Science and Technology”. Additional information about SST Department of Physics can be found at: |
11 | Final date of application materials submission | Until position is filled |