Research Associate Professor
Job Description
College/Department Profile
Qatar University Profile:
Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.
Department Profile:
It has been proven that excellence in teaching and effective research are inextricably interrelated in today's academic world, and that innovation in programs and classrooms is constantly enriched by those faculty members actively engaging in research. Like in most modern Universities around the world, one of Qatar University's strategic aims is to develop and enhance research that meets its standards of excellence. Our Office is responsible for providing administrative, secretarial, and executive support for all elements of the University's research activities. The Office also manages the University's internal research funding schemes, and all aspects (other than financial) of external grants and research agreements.
Duties & Responsibilities
o Establish an extramurally funded research program in areas of metabolic diseases using animal models ( rat, mouse)
o Establishes new research protocols and procedures in the laboratory.
o Perform in vivo studies to build research strength and training program in area of metabolic diseases research and techniques.
o Independently reviews the scientific literature, organizes, analyzes, and interprets research data.
o Summarizes research findings, publishes results in research journals (Q1), and presents work at national or international meetings.
o Establish a highly collaborative research environment with multiple research centers and Colleges to enhance LARC/QU research outcomes
o Communicates effectively with members of the team.
o Supervises and trains students (i.e. summer students, graduate students) and other junior research staff members.
o Teach 1-2 graduate courses in areas of expertise and supervise graduate students.
o Provide support for committees (LARC, VPRGS, QU) and community services.
o Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness
o Perform other tasks as necessary.
Duties & Responsibilities
o Establish an extramurally funded research program in areas of metabolic diseases using animal models ( rat, mouse)
o Establishes new research protocols and procedures in the laboratory.
o Perform in vivo studies to build research strength and training program in area of metabolic diseases research and techniques.
o Independently reviews the scientific literature, organizes, analyzes, and interprets research data.
o Summarizes research findings, publishes results in research journals (Q1), and presents work at national or international meetings.
o Establish a highly collaborative research environment with multiple research centers and Colleges to enhance LARC/QU research outcomes
o Communicates effectively with members of the team.
o Supervises and trains students (i.e. summer students, graduate students) and other junior research staff members.
o Teach 1-2 graduate courses in areas of expertise and supervise graduate students.
o Provide support for committees (LARC, VPRGS, QU) and community services.
o Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness
o Perform other tasks as necessary.
Required Documents
Non Academic:
1.Curriculum Vitea with cover letter.
2.Experience Certificates.
3.At least three references including contact numbers and email addresses.
Academic:
1. Current Curriculum Vitea.
2.Cover letter.
3.Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
4.Three referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
5.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). 6.Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Benefits
Non Academic:
1.Competitive tax-free salary.
2.Housing allowance in accordance with HRM Law.
3.Annual round trip air tickets for candidate and dependents according to HRM Law.
4.Public health care and health insurance to candidate and family members.
5.Annual leave in accordance with HRM Law.
6. End-of-contract indemnity.
Academic:
1. A three-year renewable contract.
2. Salary is commensurate with experience.
3. Tax-free salary.
4. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
5. Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies.
6. Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
7. Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
8. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
9. End-of-contract indemnity.
Job Details
Employment Types:
Full time
Industry:
Education
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