Lecturer Opportunities
Cardiff University Kazakhstan – Astana
Computer Science / Mathematics | Geology
Start date: August 2026
Cardiff University Kazakhstan invites applications for Lecturer or Senior Lecturer roles (depending on experience) in Computer Science/Mathematics and Geology.
Following a successful inaugural year, we are expanding our academic team and are seeking enthusiastic, high-quality educators who are motivated to contribute to a growing international campus and to the future of higher education in Kazakhstan.
About Cardiff University Kazakhstan
With over 140 years of academic excellence, Cardiff University is a member of the UK Russell Group of research-intensive universities. Cardiff University Kazakhstan is the University’s flagship international campus, offering a world-class British education in Astana.
Cardiff University Kazakhstan is proud to offer students a world-leading education that is both rooted in tradition and future-focused. With a rich history of cutting-edge research and impactful social change, Cardiff University fosters a collaborative, dynamic learning environment where students from Kazakhstan and beyond will thrive.
Our campus in Astana will provide students with access to the best in global academic expertise and a curriculum that equips them for success in rapidly emerging fields. At Cardiff University Kazakhstan we are committed to developing a global community of leaders, thinkers, and innovators who will tackle the challenges of tomorrow.
Why Join Us?
- Work for a prestigious UK Russell Group university in an international context
- Be part of a flagship international campus from an early stage of development
- Contribute to Kazakhstan’s academic and scientific ambitions
- Teach a diverse, highly motivated student body
- Gain valuable international teaching and curriculum development experience
Available Subject Areas
We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates with expertise in the following areas:
Lecturers in Computer Science/Mathematics
To deliver on our BSc Computer Science and 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 across mathematics, statistics and computer science.
The Foundation Year comprises the following modules:
- Scientific Thinking, Mathematical Foundations, Data Science and Statistics Mathematical Modelling and Applications.
With the following modules in Year 1:
- Fundamentals of Programming, Computer Systems, Fundamentals of Information Systems, Object Oriented Programming and Data Structures, Mathematics for Computer Science, Professional Practice for Computer Science
Lecturers in Geology
To deliver on 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
About the Role
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.
Candidate Profile
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
- 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 and Key Dates
- Application deadline: 31 May 2026
- Interviews: June 2026
- Start date: August (no later than 24 August)
- Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
- Contract type: full time/part time
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted about the next stage.