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CMUQ welcomes applications for a part-time Research Assistant position in bioethics. The position will support faculty in the Biological Sciences Program in preparing a new bioethics module for an advanced biotechnology undergraduate course. The goal of this module is to encourage students to examine novel biotechnological breakthroughs from their own ethical perspective, reflect on their personal and societal impacts, formulate hypotheses and arguments, and engage in peer discussion.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have at a minimum a Master's degree in bioethics.

Applicants with a strong background in biology or medicine are especially encouraged to apply.

This position is open to candidates who reside in Qatar ONLY.

Application from outside Qatar will not be considered.

Responsibilities:

Working collaboratively with faculty, the researcher will use his/her expertise to research and study novel biomedical breakthroughs to:

• Identify ethical issues/dilemmas presented by new biomedical technologies
• Identify the stakeholders and their prevalence
• Deconstruct the ethical problem (conflict, precedents, worst vs best-case scenarios)
• Propose possible paths for resolution
• Document all research

The position offers an opportunity to contribute to interdisciplinary curriculum development at the intersection of ethics and biotechnology. The position is supported by a grant from the Center for Leadership Studies at CMUP.

Start date: Immediate

Duration: 2 months (Short-term, part-time, ~10 hours per week)

Modality: Fully remote

Salary commensurate with experience and expertise

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Location

Doha, Qatar

Job Function

Researchers

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Part time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information:

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Overview:

University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied bachelor's and master's degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.

With more than 700 staff and over 8,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with the incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students' skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar's National Vision 2030 a reality.

The Applied Research, Innovation and Economic Development Directorate invites applications for the position of Research Assistant to work on of the UDST Quantum Materials Project (ARG

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will contribute to material preparation and characterization of diverse quantum materials, encompassing transition metal dichalcogenides, innovative superconductors, and two-dimensional ferromagnets. Emphasis will be placed on investigating phase transitions within these materials, as they can be manipulated by external parameters. Special attention will be given to quantum materials with relevance to energy applications, such as superconductors and magnetic materials. Specifically, the prospective candidate will play a key role in advancing research to identify new materials and explore innovative methods to enhance superconducting performance, pushing the boundaries of current technology. Responsibilities include conducting tests using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. The successful candidate will engage collaboratively with researchers and stakeholders, including local and international collaborators and institutions, in alignment with the goals of the project.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's or master's in physics, Material Science and Engineering, or closely related disciplines from a reputable university. Successful candidates should possess a proven record of scholarly achievements and a demonstrated excellence in research. Proficiency in handling equipment's for characterization of materials is a requirement.

Fluency in both written and spoken English is mandatory, while proficiency in written and spoken Arabic is considered an advantageous asset.

Preferable research experiences

• Significant experience in material preparation and characterization

• A good publication record of the position-related papers published in peer-reviewed journals

• Ability to work effectively as a part of a multi-disciplinary research team, and to carry out independent individual research to meet project goals

• Advanced written and oral communication skills

• Experiences in scientific writing for preparation of scientific papers for publication and presentations for meetings and/or conferences

• Outstanding hands-on skills, computational and problem-solving skills, and a high level of analytical ability

• Ability to deal with various data collection, analysis, and interpretation

• Willingness to cooperate and support other researchers in the research lab

• Experience in working with a team of researchers and supervising undergraduate students

Skills

Proficiency in preparation of materials and characterization using state-of-the-art equipments.

Application procedure

The application should include the following:

1. CV which includes the following:

2. A complete list of publications

3. Previous research experiences

4. Two references who can be approached to write letters of reference/recommendation.