Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Job Description
The College of Business and Economics (CBE) at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking a research assistant in the area of Information Systems, IT or Computer Science. Candidate's duties will include management of day-to-day activities of a research project, conduct literature review, perform data analysis and websites evaluation. Highly motivated applicants with experience in the designated area and having a PhD or M.Sc. degree in Information Systems, IT or Computer Science, and preferably with a technical background, are invited to submit their applications to the position

Requirements

Minimum Qualification
Holds a master's degree in Information Systems, IT or Computer Science. A proven ability to fully and effectively communicate in English orally and in written format. Programming skills using tools for Natural language processing (NLP).

Preferred Qualification
Holds a PhD or master's degree in Information Systems, IT or Computer Science, and preferably with a technical background. Advanced and demonstrated academic writing skills (sample work of project reports may be requested).

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 7,000

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