Research Assistant

Job description / Role

Job Description

A research assistant position is available at Physics Department-United Arab Emirates University for a research project funded by the UAEU UPAR Program. In this project, applicant is expected to fabricate Germanium Tellurides (GeTe) nanowires via vapor-liquid-solid (VLS) method. Different characterization techniques will be used to characterize GeTe nanowires such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), x-ray diffraction (XRD), electrical characterization, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), raman, etc.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification

Applicant must hold minimum of bachelor degree in physics or materials science and engineering. Applicant must speak fluent English. The candidate must pursue their master degree in physics at UAEU while working as research assistant. The candidate must be skilled in physics and/or material/electrical engineering lab works and show strong commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace.

Preferred Qualification

GPA > 3.5/4

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.