Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

A short-term research assistant position is available as part of a start-up project centered around the engineering of a microbe for the production of lipid molecules with clinical applications. Candidates should hold a BSc degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology. Experience in molecular biology is essential. Techniques include genetic cloning, plasmid purification, gel-based DNA purification, DNA ligation, restriction analysis, genetic transformation, and protein expression.

The candidate should have a great level of motivation, and be able to work independently as well as in a team setting. Excellent fluency and communication in English will be absolutely critical for this position.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification
- BSc in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

Preferred Qualification
- BSc in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

Expected Skills/Rank/Experience:
- possess laboratory experience in biochemistry/molecular biology
- planning and managing own research activity.
- be communicative with strong interpersonal skills
- be reliable and well organized
- be able to work independently and as part of a team
- fluency in English
- possess excellent written and oral communication skills
- willingness to learn different techniques

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

Breakdown available for industries, cities and years of experience