Open Positions at SDU University (Kazakhstan)

SDU Business School at SDU University in Almaty, Kazakhstan is looking for passionate and accomplished scholars to join our team! We invite applications for two full-time faculty positions at all ranks (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor).

We are particularly interested in candidates specializing in:

✅ Macroeconomic modeling and analysis

✅ Development Economics (particularly in Environmental Economics)

✅ Health Policy and Management

✅ Entrepreneurship

✅ Human Resource Management

About SDU University

Founded in 1996, SDU University is one of the leading private institutions in Central Asia, committed to excellence in education, research, and innovation. SDU provides a dynamic academic environment, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and leadership among students and faculty. The university collaborates with top international institutions and industry partners to ensure a globalized approach to learning and research.

About SDU Business School

The SDU Business School is dedicated to preparing future economists, business leaders, and policymakers through rigorous academic programs and research initiatives. The School offer offers Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. programs that integrate modern economic theories with real-world applications.

Our faculty members engage in high-impact research addressing global and local economic development challenges at micro and macro level in various fields like governance, education, health policy, environment, entrepreneurship, human resource management. Business School hosts several research centers such as Center for Regional and Local Development (RealDev), Center for Health, Policy and Management (CHPM) and Digital finance, crypto assets and Blockchain (DFCAB) research center.

What We Offer:

- Competitive international salary based on qualifications & experience

- Generous research support & access to state-of-the-art facilities

- Opportunities for academic & professional development

- A diverse, vibrant, and collaborative academic environment

Who Should Apply?

- Ph.D. holders in Economics, Public Policy, Management, or related fields.

- Candidates with a strong research & teaching record

- Scholars committed to program development & academic leadership

- Individuals eager to contribute to a globally connected research community

How to Apply?

- Submit your application package to [email protected], including:

✔️ Detailed CV

✔️ List of publications

✔️ Research sample

✔️ Two recommendation letters

✔️ Teaching evaluations

Deadline: August 31, 2025. Candidates will be reviewed and possibly selected from June 1, 2025 on a rolling basis.