Further your career aspirations and expand your professional horizons with Cardiff University Kazakhstan.
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Our mission is to deliver a better world for future generations.
Join our team to give students an outstanding educational experience, and be part of an institution that leads on innovative, globally renowned research.
Cardiff University Kazakhstan is the only campus of a Russell Group university in Central Asia. Our campus opened in September 2025, welcoming a highly motivated cohort of Foundation Year students.
In September 2026, we look forward to welcome students to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as our popular Foundation Year pathway.
With this growth come exciting opportunities to join a global community of academic and professional staff working together to support students at our Astana campus in becoming the leaders, thinkers, and innovators of tomorrow.
Vacancies
We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates with expertise in the following areas:
English for Academic Purposes Tutors
Job description
We are seeking motivated and experienced English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tutors to deliver high‑quality English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and Academic Skills teaching on the Foundation Year of our four‑year undergraduate programmes.
You will play a key role in preparing students for successful study in English‑medium degree programmes. You will employ engaging, student‑centred teaching approaches, support students’ academic literacy development, and ensure they meet the language requirements for progression.
Key responsibilities
Teach and assess credit‑bearing modules within the Foundation Year programme
EAP module (for students below IELTS 6.5, or equivalent)
Academic Skills module (for all foundation students)
Deliver up to 22 student contact hours per week in line with the approved timetable and scheme of work.
Prepare lessons and teaching materials in accordance with module aims, syllabus, and assessments.
Develop and adapt supplementary materials to meet students’ academic language needs.
Maintain accurate teaching and administrative records, including attendance and lesson registers.
Mark formative and summative assessments in line with marking schemes and deadlines.
Provide timely, detailed written and verbal feedback to students.
Act as a personal tutor, mentoring students and monitoring academic progress.
Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a high-quality learning experience and share resources.
Participate in weekly online briefings, training sessions, and standardisation meetings.
Maintain professional communication via email and MS Teams.
Engage positively in peer and formal teaching observations.
Undertake additional duties consistent with the role, as required.
Essential criteria
Bachelor’s degree (or NVQ Level 4 equivalent) or relevant professional experience
Native or near native proficiency in English (IELTS 9.0 or equivalent)
DELTA or Trinity Diploma in TESOL/TEFL (or equivalent) preferred
Candidates with CELTA (or equivalent) must demonstrate substantial EAP/ESP experience
Significant and recent experience teaching EAP/ESP/EFL in a higher education context
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage varied workloads
Experience of teaching using interactive digital classroom tools and online platforms.
Ability to respond effectively to daily teaching and administrative demands
Experience working collaboratively within a teaching team
Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Office, Teams, and email systems
Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development
Desirable criteria
Master’s degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a related discipline
Experience teaching on Foundation Year or similar preparatory programmes
Experience working in Transnational Education (TNE) settings
Familiarity with UK higher education academic standards
Experience teaching students with IELTS 6.5 and above
Terms of employment
Contract type: full-time (40 hours per week)
Duration: minimum of 1 year
Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Employer: Cardiff University Kazakhstan
Salary: competitive and commensurate with experience
The closing date for applications is 31 May 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview in June.
Lecturers in Computer Science or Mathematics
Job description
Deliver our BSc Computer Science and/or BSc Computer Science with Foundation Year degree programmes. We are particularly interested in applicants who might be able to teach across a broad selection of topics in mathematics, statistics and computer science.
The Foundation Year comprises the following modules:
Scientific Thinking, Mathematical Foundations, Data Science and Statistics Mathematical Modelling and Applications.
Modules in Year 1 of the undergraduate programmes include:
Fundamentals of Programming, Computer Systems, Fundamentals of Information Systems, Object Oriented Programming and Data Structures, Mathematics for Computer Science, Professional Practice for Computer Science.
Key responsibilities
This is a teaching-focused role, delivered in English and aligned with Cardiff University’s academic standards. You will play an active role in delivering an excellent student experience and supporting students academically and pastorally.
Key responsibilities
Deliver high‑quality undergraduate teaching
Contributing to curriculum development and continuous enhancement
Provide academic guidance and pastoral support to students including personal tutoring
Participating in assessment and feedback processes
Inspire undergraduate and postgraduate students under the guidance of a mentor / module leader and develop skills in assessment methods and in providing constructive feedback to students.
Supervise the work of students including the supervision of Undergraduates
Scholarship
Support the development of a vibrant and inclusive academic community
Contribute to scholarship in the area of work through participation in conferences, seminars and other academic and professional forums to disseminate the results of individual scholarship
Engage in scholarly activity through journal articles and/or outputs which advance knowledge within the area of work
Carry out other forms of scholarship including work associated with examinations (setting and marking paper and providing constructive feedback to students), administration, participation in committee work
Other
To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally
To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance in the role of Lecturer
To mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development
To participate in administration and activities to promote the University
Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.
Essential criteria
Applicants should demonstrate:
Relevant postgraduate qualification (PhD or equivalent preferred).
Experience of teaching at undergraduate level in higher education.
Fluency in English.
Demonstrate specialist knowledge and current advancements within academic subject area.
Ability to design, deliver and continuously develop modules across the Schools teaching programmes.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex and conceptual ideas clearly and confidently to others using high level skills and a range of media.
The ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to students, appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances and to act as a personal tutor.
Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within work.
Interest in international and transnational education.
Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse academic team.
Desirable criteria
Relevant professional qualifications.
Evidence of collaboration with industry.
Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the teaching and research activities of the University.
A willingness to contribute to academic administration.
Terms of employment
Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Employer: Cardiff University Kazakhstan
Salary: competitive and commensurate with experience
Start date: August 2026 (no later than 24 August 2026)
The closing date for applications is 31 May 2026. All applications should include a statement of interest outlining relevant teaching experience and subject expertise.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview in June. For informal enquiries, please contact Aizhan Kenenbayeva: kenenbayevaa@cardiff.edu.kz
Lecturers in Geology
Job description
This is a teaching-focused role, delivered in English and aligned with Cardiff University’s academic standards. You will play an active role in delivering an excellent student experience and supporting students academically and pastorally.
Deliver our BSc Exploration Geology and BSc Exploration Geology with Foundation Year degree programmes.
The Foundation Year comprises the following modules:
Scientific Thinking, Mathematical Foundations, Data Science and Statistics, Exploring Planet Earth, with the associated with these posts.
With the following modules in Year 1:
World of Dynamic Environments, Earth Science Fieldwork, Earth Materials, Life and Earth History, GIS and Geological Maps.
Key responsibilities
This is a teaching-focused role, delivered in English and aligned with Cardiff University’s academic standards. You will play an active role in delivering an excellent student experience and supporting students academically and pastorally.
Key responsibilities
Deliver high‑quality undergraduate teaching
Contributing to curriculum development and continuous enhancement
Provide academic guidance and pastoral support to students including personal tutoring
Participating in assessment and feedback processes
Inspire undergraduate and postgraduate students under the guidance of a mentor / module leader and develop skills in assessment methods and in providing constructive feedback to students.
Supervise the work of students including the supervision of Undergraduates
Scholarship
Support the development of a vibrant and inclusive academic community
Contribute to scholarship in the area of work through participation in conferences, seminars and other academic and professional forums to disseminate the results of individual scholarship
Engage in scholarly activity through journal articles and/or outputs which advance knowledge within the area of work
Carry out other forms of scholarship including work associated with examinations (setting and marking paper and providing constructive feedback to students), administration, participation in committee work
Other
To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally
To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance in the role of Lecturer
To mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development
To participate in administration and activities to promote the University
Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.
Essential criteria
Applicants should demonstrate:
Relevant postgraduate qualification (PhD or equivalent preferred).
Experience of teaching at undergraduate level in higher education.
Fluency in English.
Demonstrate specialist knowledge and current advancements within academic subject area.
Ability to design, deliver and continuously develop modules across the Schools teaching programmes.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex and conceptual ideas clearly and confidently to others using high level skills and a range of media.
The ability to provide appropriate pastoral support to students, appreciate the needs of individual students and their circumstances and to act as a personal tutor.
Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamwork.
Interest in international and transnational education.
Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse academic team.
Desirable criteria
Relevant professional qualifications.
Evidence of collaboration with industry.
Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the teaching and research activities of the University.
A willingness to contribute to academic administration.
Terms of employment
Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Employer: Cardiff University Kazakhstan
Salary: competitive and commensurate with experience
Start date: August 2026 (no later than 24 August 2026)
The closing date for applications is 31 May 2026. All applications should include a statement of interest outlining relevant teaching experience and subject expertise.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview in June. For informal enquiries, please contact Aizhan Kenenbayeva: kenenbayevaa@cardiff.edu.kz
How to apply
For all roles, please submit your CV and supporting documents to: careers@cardiff.edu.kz. All documents must be submitted in English. Any additional requirements will be listed in the relevant post description.
Please state the name of the vacancy that you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cardiff University is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of its work and strongly encourages applications from under‑represented groups.
