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Research Associate

Qatar University
Doha, Qatar
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College/Department Profile

Qatar University Profile:

Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.

Department Profile:

QTTSC is seeking a candidate for the Research Associate position. The successful candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an internationally recognized university with an outstanding research profile in transportation engineering/planning. The English language is essential. Candidates with industrial experience will be looked at favorably. Experience in managing research projects and/or professional practices will also be advantageous. The candidate will be appointed to this vacancy to advance the mission of the University and the Center to excel in research, teaching, and community engagement while demonstrating expertise in multi-modal transportation, mode choice models and discrete event simulation, transportation policy (targeting adoption of public transportation, reducing automobile dependency), socio-economic and environmental assessment of transportation systems and policies.

Duties & Responsibilities
1. Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and skills that are directly relatable to the center's work, by providing examples of previous contributions to research or consulting projects in one or more of the following areas: transport engineering, urban transport planning, modelling and simulation tools, multi-modal transportation, mode choice models and discrete event simulation, transportation policy (targeting adoption of autonomous cars, public transportation, reducing automobile dependency), socio-economic and environmental assessment of transportation systems and policies or other related areas.
2. Disseminate research results through internationally recognized peer-reviewed high-impact journals, educational programs, and presentations.
3. Establish leadership in building engagement and partnerships within the profession.
4. Apply and secure external funding for research activities related to requirements of QTTSC.
5. Engage in outstanding scholarly activities leading to national, regional, and international recognition.
6. Promote partnerships and support collaboration with external organizations inside and outside Qatar.
7. Conduct specialized workshops such as short courses or seminars on the areas of expertise.
8. Teach a minimum of one course per academic semester.
9. Supporting the Center activities including awareness, outreach, and community engagement.
10. Conduct transportation studies and evaluate the transport aspects of new and existing developments in support of QTTSC activities, utilizing appropriate transport modeling software
11. Identify and cultivate opportunities for industry-sponsored research and consultancy projects, aligning with QTTSC's strategic priorities and addressing the local transportation needs.
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12. Supporting the activities of the center, including in awareness, outreach, and community engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities
1. Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and skills that are directly relatable to the center's work, by providing examples of previous contributions to research or consulting projects in one or more of the following areas: transport engineering, urban transport planning, modelling and simulation tools, multi-modal transportation, mode choice models and discrete event simulation, transportation policy (targeting adoption of autonomous cars, public transportation, reducing automobile dependency), socio-economic and environmental assessment of transportation systems and policies or other related areas.
2. Disseminate research results through internationally recognized peer-reviewed high-impact journals, educational programs, and presentations.
3. Establish leadership in building engagement and partnerships within the profession.
4. Apply and secure external funding for research activities related to requirements of QTTSC.
5. Engage in outstanding scholarly activities leading to national, regional, and international recognition.
6. Promote partnerships and support collaboration with external organizations inside and outside Qatar.
7. Conduct specialized workshops such as short courses or seminars on the areas of expertise.
8. Teach a minimum of one course per academic semester.
9. Supporting the Center activities including awareness, outreach, and community engagement.
10. Conduct transportation studies and evaluate the transport aspects of new and existing developments in support of QTTSC activities, utilizing appropriate transport modeling software
11. Identify and cultivate opportunities for industry-sponsored research and consultancy projects, aligning with QTTSC's strategic priorities and addressing the local transportation needs.
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12. Supporting the activities of the center, including in awareness, outreach, and community engagement.

Required Documents

Academic:

  1. Current Curriculum Vitae with Cover letter.
  2. Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
  3. Three referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
  4. Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, a copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
  5. Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Benefits

Academic:

  1. A three-year renewable contract.
  2. Salary is commensurate with experience.
  3. Tax-free salary.
  4. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
  5. Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.
  6. Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
  7. Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
  8. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
  9. End-of-contract indemnity.

More Info

Job Type:
Permanent Job
Industry:
Education/Training
Function:
Higher Education
Employment Type:
Full time

About Company

Qatar University

Qatar University is a public research university located on the northern outskirts of Doha, Qatar. It is the only public university in the country.

Job ID: 135936697

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