KazNUWRI invites applications for Postdoctoral Researcher positions across all eight Schools: School of Water Resources Engineering; School of Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal; School of Irrigation and Agricultural Water Management; School of Hydrology, Ecology and Environment; School of Architecture and Construction; School of Energy and Natural Resources; School of Water Resources Policy and Public Administration; and School of Remote Sensing and Artificial Intelligence.
About the position
The Postdoctoral Researcher will undertake independent and collaborative research within one or more of KazNUWRI's Schools. The successful candidate will also be invited to contribute to teaching and will participate in academic collaboration and mentorship activities.
Responsibilities
Conduct high-quality independent and collaborative research aligned with the chosen School's research direction
Contribute to peer-reviewed publications in relevant research areas
Participate in academic mentorship activities
Collaborate with faculty and research teams within the University
Contribute to teaching activities as invited
Engage in conference participation and scholarly dissemination
Requirements
PhD awarded within the last 5 years, or nearing completion, in a discipline aligned with one or more of KazNUWRI's Schools. Relevant fields include, but are not limited to: water resources management, water resources engineering, hydraulic and civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydrology, remote sensing/AI for water applications, and economics of water resources and water governance
Peer-reviewed publications in the relevant research area
Academic proficiency in English
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a research team
Conditions
Contract: Fixed-term appointment of 1–2 years, with the possibility of renewal
Accommodation support: Available; specific arrangements to be discussed with the successful candidate
Mentorship and collaboration: Access to academic mentorship and collaborative opportunities within the University
Research environment: Access to Central Asian research sites and datasets; support for conference participation and scholarly publications may be provided
Selection process
Candidates are encouraged to indicate their preferred School and research direction in their application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Documents
Cover letter (max 2 pages): research interests, motivation, and preferred School
Curriculum vitae with full publication list
Research proposal (max 1 page): proposed research direction at KazNUWRI
Two reference letters (or contact details of two referees)
Copy of PhD diploma (or confirmation of expected award date)
