Laboratory Assistant for Mining Engineering shall be responsible for:

• provide assistance in conducting laboratory sessions in support of the teaching and research mission of the School;
• maintain laboratory equipment in good working condition;
• prepare plans for laboratory classes in accordance with the instructions of the faculty members and the heads, and the available equipment and reagents;
• work closely with teaching assistants and faculty members of the school in preparation of laboratory sessions;
• control over the acceptance, inspection, testing and inventory of purchased equipment and supplies;
•  planning and control of activities related to the installation, maintenance, configuration and ongoing testing of laboratory equipment;
• participate in formation of budget request of the school for the corresponding financial year and for a short term;
• ensuring the proper maintenance of laboratory facilities in accordance with the needs of laboratory users, international operating regulations, and safety
• to conduct pilot tests for laboratory experiments and exercises;
• to train TAs and students on the safe and proper use of equipment;
• to analyze the need for laboratory equipment, consumables and reagents, and to process applications for purchasing the above.
• to maintain adequate inventory;
• to implement the safety plan of the school and the university, including maintenance of records;
• to assist in course related activities and other duties related to the academic and research missions of the school as assigned by Department Head or Dean.

Bachelor degree or its equivalent from a higher education institution with English language of instruction; Master’s degree is preferred

Priority specializations: STEM majors

At least 1-year experience of working with laboratory equipment. Excellent knowledge of safety basics during the work on laboratory equipment

English is a must

Professional competences:

• fluency in Kazakh, Russian and English languages;
• knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point;
• Ability to work effectively on an individual basis and as a member in international team; 
• Interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Eager to work with students;

Personal skills:

• Nazarbayev University competency model;
• critical thinking;
• building effective relations;
• interpersonal skills;
• responsibility.
• ability to work with representatives of different cultures and nationalities

This is a permanent appointment for the period of one year with possibility of renewal.

Application packages should consist of a cover letter and CV in English.

This position is open for Kazakhstan nationals only.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Recruitment and selection process
Recruitment and selection at Nazarbayev University include the following process: preliminary selection based on experience and qualifications, assessments (e.g. technical skills/capabilities, aptitude, personality, work samples, in-basket exercises, and informal interviews), and motivation.

Formal interviews form the final stage of the selection process.
They are typically based on organizational values and behaviors and conducted in English.
You are encouraged to share your views and values  to identify how they fit into  Nazarbayev University core values