Research Assistant (Supercritical Extraction)

United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)

Al Ain, UAE

Ref: RP749-231

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The chemical & Petroleum Engineering Department at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking a graduate research assistant in the area of extraction. The research assistant should be able to conduct experiments and develop a model for extraction using supercritical methods, solve the model using available software and analyze the results. The preferred candidate should demonstrate experience in the both fields of extraction and modeling and have a BSc degree in a relevant field. The candidate should be familiar with supercritical extraction and have a strong commitment to provide a safe workplace.

Requirements

An appropriate educational degree supplemented with documented evidence to support the following, preferred chemical engineering:
• knowledge in extraction techniques
• Good technical writing skills.
• Flexible approach and initiative in executing the role.

Preferred Qualification
• Command of supercritical Extraction techniques
• Demonstrable willingness to support work in the lab
• Be adaptable and flexible to the continuous changes associated with research demands
• Commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace

About the Company

Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.

As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.

UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence.

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Research Assistant salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 6,000

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