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Job description / Role
Job Description
The Department of Physics at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), is seeking applications for a research associate position in materials physics.
The successful candidate will work on Lithium Ion batteries under the supervision of Dr. Fathalla Hamed. We are looking for a very hard-working individual who is committed to outstanding research. This appointment is initially made for one year; contingent on performance and mutual agreement, the position can be extended for another year.
Requirements
Minimum Qualification
- A PhD. in experimental materials physics or related areas with a reasonable experience in energy storage materials.
- Familiarity with XRD, SEM, EDX, supercapacitor and battery characterization
- Good communication skills (spoken and written English).
Preferred Qualification
- Previous experience in Li ion batteries and supercapacitors.
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.