Research Associate
Doha, Qatar
Job Description
Position Description
The position is a research track academic rank for individuals engaged in research and typically assigned minimal or no teaching responsibilities. The prospective research faculty is expected to carry out basic and applied research in wild plant species identification, plant conservation techniques as well as the phytochemistry, eco-physiology, and economics of valuable plant species. Candidates with strong expertise and work experience in hot and arid environments, seed technology, and plant metabolomics are encouraged to apply. A demonstrated expertise in innovative research and funding support is mandatory. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate actively with other research teams within and outside Qatar to conduct high-level research and regularly publish research findings in high-impact international scientific journals.
The position is a research track academic rank for individuals engaged in research and typically assigned minimal or no teaching responsibilities. The prospective research faculty is expected to carry out basic and applied research in wild plant species identification, plant conservation techniques as well as the phytochemistry, eco-physiology, and economics of valuable plant species. Candidates with strong expertise and work experience in hot and arid environments, seed technology, and plant metabolomics are encouraged to apply. A demonstrated expertise in innovative research and funding support is mandatory. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate actively with other research teams within and outside Qatar to conduct high-level research and regularly publish research findings in high-impact international scientific journals.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. from reputable University in Plants Conservation/Biological Sciences/Plants Taxonomy/Ecology/Botany- Language abilities: English is required, and Arabic is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of research and teaching experience.
- A strong record of research grants management, publications, presentations, and student teaching/supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of research and teaching experience in any of the relevant areas above.- Proven research experience working on threatened plants in hot and arid environments
- A strong record of research grants management, publications, presentations, and student teaching/supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Being able to multi-task with multiple projects and keep pace in a dynamic research environment
- Demonstrate general expertise in the field of natural products isolation and characterization, metabolomics databases and networking platforms are a plus.
Required Documents
Academic:
- Current Curriculum Vitae with Cover letter.
- Teaching,research, and service philosophy.
- Three referees\xe2\x80\x99 contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
- Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed,an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
- Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Academic:
- A three-year renewable contract.
- Salary is commensurate with experience.
- Tax-free salary.
- Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Educational allowance for candidate\'s children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
- End-of-contract indemnity.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1536242
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDoha, Qatar
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EducationNot mentioned