Scientist - Neurological Disorders Research Center

Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) is a leading research institute under Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU). The institute addresses the Qatar National Health priorities outlined in the Qatar National Research Strategy through its dedicated research centers – the Cancer Research Center (CRC), Diabetes Research Center (DRC), and Neurological Disorders Research Center (NDRC).

Position

To contribute towards the institution’s research efforts and to develop his/her research program through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of expertise.

Work is performed in standard office and laboratory-based environments. Compliance with research protocols and procedures of QBRI, HBKU, and other local and international regulations is required. Must comply with QF health, safety, and environment policy as well as legal regulations applicable to areas of responsibility.

Job Role Description

• Conduct research under limited supervision either as a member of a team or independently to contribute toward the recognition of marked distinction in an area of research.
• Work as part of a research team developing new research objectives, methodologies, and solutions, and suggesting animal models for any area of high-priority diseases such as diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, & infectious diseases or a combination of those fields.
• Develop project plans, design experiments, and carry out laboratory protocols or research procedures
• Operate and utilize laboratory equipment and enabling platforms proficiently.
• Apply scientific principles, perform literature searches, attend scientific meetings, and keep abreast of literature, current technological, and scientific developments in own field.
• Produce research reports and seminar papers from research that can contribute to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• Prepare research proposal submissions to appropriate national and international agencies to secure competitive funding.
• Participate and present in research conferences and seminars.
• Ensure appropriate records and documentation of research experiments, examined samples, and specimens are maintained, and accurate laboratory reports are kept.
• Maintain electronic and hardcopy data files, laboratory notebooks, and reports in compliance with the Research policy and HBKU Intellectual Property Rights.
• Provide occasional contributions to the teaching programs within Education City and Qatar within the field of expertise where needed.
• Mentor & supervise research students /interns in research projects when required.
• Facilitate the relevant training and mentoring of Research Associates/Technical Staff.
• Interact and communicate with the interdisciplinary team of Technical Staff and Scientists with expertise in complementary disciplines.
• Assist with, and where appropriate, be responsible for policies and procedures to ensure that research quality objectives meet accreditation standards.
• Ensure adequate levels of consumable supplies & other items required are managed & used appropriately.
• Support in the development and monitoring of key performance research indicators (KPIs).
• Any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant full-time work experience with a minimum of 15 original articles and publications in area of expertise.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in supervising and training young scientists.
• Demonstrate a strong record of publications, conference papers, reports, and/or professional/technical contributions in the relevant scientific discipline.
• Ability to work within established timelines including organizing workload and priority setting.
• Concise and accurate reporting of technical data and interpretation thereof.
• Appropriate level of understanding of applicable research regulations.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

How to Apply

To apply, please follow this link.

Additional documents may be solicited from short-listed candidates.

Deadline

Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Remuneration

HBKU offers an attractive compensation package that includes a tax-free salary and additional benefits such as housing & transportation allowances, children educational assistance, annual paid leave and airfares, medical insurance, etc.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University is an equal opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining culturally and academically diverse staff of the highest caliber.