Research Associate-Nimir Elbashir

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Who we are

The Texas A&M University at Qatar campus mission is to educate exemplary engineers and develop world-class leaders through internationally recognized undergraduate and graduate degree programs. We strive to generate new knowledge and intellectual capital through innovative research and collaborative partnerships that yield sustainable impact and advance the development goals of the State of Qatar and the region through expertise and engagement that expand human capital.

What we want

The Research Associate will conduct research work to include experimental and simulation activities in the Applied Catalysis lab and the Fuel Characterization lab.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Other Factors: This position is NOT located in the United States. The selected candidate must be willing to relocate to Doha, Qatar. Learn more about life at Texas A&M University at Qatar by visiting this link https://www.qatar.tamu.edu/i-am/faculty-and-staff.

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate bachelors.
• Two years of related professional experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Essential Duties/Tasks:

• Research - Perform research work in advancing the CARGEN both in the Applied Catalysis Lab and the Fuel Characterization Lab. The activities will include experimental and simulation activities, and the candidate will coordinate with the collaborators and the sponsors.
• Laboratory Management - Support Fuel Characterization Lab and projects in fuels and chemicals on CARGEN project in the catalysts synthesis and the reactor testing campaign.
• Laboratory Safety - Ensure safety in experimental activities in both labs and will support Primary Investigator in the development of the PSA and improve further the safety culture.
• Publication & Presentation - Prepare conference and journal papers, and actively participate in preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays. 
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.