Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The Physics department at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a research associate to work on massive star-forming regions in the Galaxy and Magellanic Clouds using multi-wavelength observations in radio, infrared and optical to work with Dr. Naslim Neelamkodan. This project aims to investigate initial conditions for massive star formation, dust and gas properties in the interstellar medium and supernova feedback.

The completion of a Ph.D. degree in Physics, Astrophysics or related field is required. Research experience in the areas of star formation, interstellar medium or supernova remnants is desirable. Expertise in handling radio-interferometric data is a plus. The appointment will be initially made for two years with a possibility of extension for another one year depending upon satisfactory performance. The nominal start date is as soon as possible by March 2019. The position is located at the UAEU’s main campus in Al Ain. The UAEU is the largest and the top-ranked public sector University of United Arab Emirates. The application package should include a cover letter, a detailed resume, a brief description of the applicant’s current research activities and three letters of references.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification: Ph.D.
Preferred Qualification: Ph.D in Astrophysics or related area
Expected Skills/Rank/Experience: Experience on handling radio, infrared or optical telescope data of galaxies.

Division: College of Science - (COS)
Department: Physics - (COS)
Job Close Date: 30-04-2019
Job Category: Academic - Post-Doctoral
Job Type: Permanent

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 Associate salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 14,000

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