Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (QF), was founded in 2010 to continue fulfilling QF’s vision of unlocking human potential. HBKU is a homegrown research and graduate studies University that acts as a catalyst for positive transformation in Qatar and the region while having a global impact.
Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) is a national research institute, established in 2010 by Qatar Foundation (QF) for Education, Science and Community Development, a private, non-profit organization that is supporting Qatar’s transformation from a carbon economy to a knowledge economy. QCRI operates under the umbrella of Hamad bin Khalifa University (HBKU).
- Lead and develop institute-wide scientific programs of strategic importance, and coordinate with the Research Directors to ensure the successful implementation of these programs.
- Oversee and identify scientific trends that are of strategic relevance to QCRI and coordinate with the Research Directors to ensure that the research activities of the different departments address these trends.
- Establish and ensure that relationships with public and private entities in Qatar and worldwide bring strategic value to QCRI and are aligned with the research and development capabilities of the institute.
- Oversee, identify, and recruit thought leaders in the different research disciplines for senior research positions in QCRI.
- Facilitate the strategic development of QCRI to guide and support the direction of the Institute and oversee the implementation of the strategy across QCRI.
- Oversee areas of QCRI's research operation such as project staffing, finance, and computing infrastructure to ensure that the institute meets its strategic objectives.
- Lead, manage, and conduct independent research to make major original contributions to the research institute working as part of a team or teams, including research-related.
- Oversee administrative functions, to create recognition of marked distinction in the area of research, and contribute to the growth of global scientific knowledge.
- Maintain expertise and awareness of current technological and scientific developments in relevant aspects of the discipline as specified in the role.
- Lead the continuity of key operations and manage risks applicable to the area of responsibility.
- Facilitate Risk Management and Business Continuity Management (BCM) requirements and processes embedded within the entity's activities to support the achievement of Risk and BCM program objectives.
HBKU’s Qatar Computing Research Institute (QCRI) seeks applications for the position of Senior Research Director. The applicant will be responsible for ensuring that the research activities of QCRI align with recent scientific trends and address the strategic needs of the institute. The selected candidate will also contribute to the strategic direction of QCRI, and assist the Executive Director with research operations.
- PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
- 15 years of relevant research experience, at least 5 of which in a senior supervisorial role training senior, scientists, junior scientists, research associates, and technicians.
- Strong track record of publications, conference papers, reports, and other technical contributions and achievements arising from original research in an area of expertise.
- Exceptional knowledge of scientific research methods and evaluation of research results.
- Outstanding 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.
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Additional documents may be solicited from short-listed candidates.
Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
HBKU offers an attractive compensation package that includes a tax-free salary and additional benefits such as an accommodation allowance, annual paid leave, and medical insurance.
Hamad Bin Khalifa University is an equal opportunity educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining a culturally and academically diverse staff of the highest caliber.