28 Research Development jobs in Qatar
Computer Research Scientist
Posted 6 days ago
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Computer Research Scientist
We are seeking a talented and innovative Computer Research Scientist to join our team in Al-Wakra, Qatar. As a member of our research team, you will be responsible for conducting original research and developing new technologies in the field of computer science. This is a contract position with a competitive salary of 1300$ per month.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years experience in computer research
- Strong knowledge of programming languages such as Java, C++, and Python
- Experience with data analysis and machine learning techniques
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team
- Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
Preference will be given to Canadian candidates or those currently residing in Canada. Accommodation will not be provided for this position, so candidates must be able to secure their own living arrangements.
Join our dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge research in the exciting field of computer science. Apply now!
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#J-18808-LjbffrResearch Scientist in Quantum Computing
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- quantum communication: which includes, but not limited to, QKD, quantum networks, distributed quantum computing etc.
- quantum computation: which includes, but not limited to, quantum ML/AI, quantum simulation, quantum optimization, QEC etc.
- quantum sensing: which includes, but not limited to, quantum imaging, quantum metrology, quantum navigation etc.
**Qualifications**
**Duration**
Initially, the position is for 12 months, then based on satisfactory performance, the contract can be renewed for several years.
**Application and further information**
**About QC2 and HBKU**
Qatar Center for Quantum Computing (QC2) is a newly establish center within HBKU seeded by a major 10M USD grant from the government of Qatar. QC2 will be housed in a world-class purposely built research facility and will partner with both prominent academic research groups and industry leaders. With its three research groups focusing on quantum communication, quantum computation and quantum sensing, QC2 is envisioned to play a key role in advancing quantum computing research locally, regionally, and internationally.
Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) is an emerging research University that acts as a catalyst for transformative change in Qatar and the region while having global impact. HBKU, being an equal opportunity educator and employer, is committed to maintaining culturally and academically diverse staff of the highest caliber.
**Salary**: From QAR360,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Doha: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
**Education**:
- Doctorate (required)
**Experience**:
- postdoctoral: 3 years (required)
Post-doctoral Research Scientist in Genomics and
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**Post-Doctoral Research Scientist in Genonics & Bioinformatics - Grade 113**
In order to be considered for this vacancies you need to meet the essential education and experience requirements as mentioned below under "Minimum Requirements".
- Global Medical Recruiting (GMR) is a "Registered Recruitment Partner" with the Medical Group in Qatar. _GMR does not charge you (the applicant) any recruitment fees as we are paid by the Medical Group for our placement services._
- Package
- Minimum Requirement
- Job Specification
- About the Employer
**Package**:
**OVERSEAS CONTRACT: GRADE 113**
**Basic Salary**:The **offered amount is the discretion of the employer.**
**Transport Allowance: 1250 QAR per month.**
**Accommodation**: Provided.
**Annual Leave**: 40 calendar days.
**Schooling Assistance**: 21 000 QAR (maximum) (up to 3 children) per child per academic year up to (ages from 5-18 years and provided that they are studying in private schools in Doha). Payment will be made upon submission of the appropriate receipts and will cover basic tuition fee only (provided that you obtained residence permit for them under your sponsorship).
**Air Passage Entitlement**: Economy class air passage/flight ticket for self and family - up to 3 children up to 18 years old, on joining, annual leave & repatriation (provided that he/she obtained residence permit for them under his/her sponsorship).
**Baggage Allowance**: Unaccompanied baggage for yourself - up to 50 kg and family up to 200 kg on joining, and 100kg for self and 250 kg for family on repatriation, to be reimbursed at standard rate.
**PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING** View Minimum Requirements**Minimum Requirements**:
**ESSENTIAL EDUCATION**:
PhD in any healthcare related field, Science, Engineering or in related field OR Medical Degree, Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery.
**ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE**:
3 Years of research experience, including experience during post-graduate studies on research projects in an academic, clinical or healthcare related industry.
**MEDICAL LICENSE**:
Not applicable to this post.
**LANGUAGE SKILLS**:
Fluent in English.
**Specification**:
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**ACCOUNTABILITIES**:
1. Write peer-reviewed publications as first author.
2. Assist in the day to day running of the laboratory.
5. Develop him/herself as a more independent investigator.
7. Lead on undertaking research protocols and executing active projects.
8. Present data at national and international conferences as appropriate.
10. The post holder will be required to adhere to research legislative and regulatory requirements including HMC and Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) policies, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization - Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), human and animal ethics guidelines, biosafety and biohazard guidelines.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
**About the Employer**:
**WORK AT QATAR'S LEADING PUBLIC HEALTHCARE PROVIDER**:
The healthcare provider to over **two million expatriates and Qatari nationals** living and working in Qatar.
This is a **diverse and exciting organization** where over **90 different nationalities work together** for the single purpose of improving the quality of human life through patient care, education and research.
The organization is committed to developing of employees through training, educating and career advancement opportunities.
You will be constantly learning. Your ideas will be welcomed in an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork. Your individuality will be recognized.
**MORE ABOUT QATAR**:
Qatar is home to many expats who relocated here for work and those drawn to its **life of luxury,** this is most evident in the capital city Doha.
Doha is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in the east of Qatar. Doha has awesome attractions.
You will be able to **experience adventure, buzzing nightlife, culture or relaxation.**
Qatar does not only offer the most **amazing desert landscape**s but also stunning **beautiful beaches** to enjoy.
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Director, Applied Research, Innovation And Economic Development
Posted 1 day ago
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ID 2024-3509
Category: Academic
Position Type: Regular
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is Qatar's first national applied university, offering applied Bachelor's and Master's degrees, certificates, and diplomas across various fields. With over 50 programs in Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing, Health Sciences, and Continuing Education, UDST has a vibrant community of over 600 staff and 7,000 students, dedicated to applied and experiential learning.
The university is recognized for its student-centered approach and state-of-the-art facilities. Faculty are committed to innovative teaching methods to enhance student skills and contribute to Qatar's Vision 2030.
Your Role
Reporting to the President, the Director of Applied Research, Innovation, and Economic Development will oversee research initiatives relevant to industry, government, and society, supporting Qatar's social and economic growth.
Strategic Responsibilities
- Assist in formulating UDST's strategic plan.
- Lead the development and execution of the ARI & ED's business plan aligned with university strategy.
- Manage research projects, innovation, and technology transfer initiatives.
- Identify funding sources and develop strategies to secure research funding.
Operational Responsibilities
- Foster relationships with government, industry, and community sectors to promote applied research.
- Encourage student involvement in research activities to develop skills and workplace readiness.
- Oversee research project administration, budgeting, and reporting.
- Promote research achievements through seminars, publications, and media.
- Coordinate research activities and manage research proposal vetting and funding allocation.
- Liaise with funding agencies and develop industry partnerships to support research initiatives.
People Management
- Provide professional development and performance reviews for staff.
- Support workforce planning and employee development.
- Participate in recruitment to ensure qualified personnel are hired.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences required; Doctorate preferred.
- At least 10 years of leadership experience in a university or similar setting, with 5+ years in a managerial role.
- Proven record in applied research with publications in recognized journals.
Languages
Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is preferred.
Skills and Attributes
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive with excellent time management.
- Leadership in decision-making, strategic planning, financial management, and change management.
- Committed to professional development and fostering collaborative relationships.
Director, Applied Research, Innovation And Economic Development
Posted 1 day ago
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University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors 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 600 staff and over 7,000 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 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.
Your Commitment
Reporting to the President, The Director of Applied Research, Innovation and Economic Development will manage applied research initiatives in a range of disciplines of direct relevance to solving issues of concern to industry, government and society, thereby contributing to the social and economic growth of the state of Qatar.
ResponsibilitiesStrategic
Successful Candidate will:
- Support AVP, Academic in the formulation of UDST's strategy.
- Lead the development and implementation of the ARI & ED's business plan in alignment with UDST's strategy through its initiatives and projects.
- Coordinate, oversee and manage business planning, project development and innovation and technology transfer research initiatives at UDST.
- Accountable for identifying various sources of research funding and work on strategies to obtain such funds and support the UDST research community.
Operational
Successful Candidate will:
- Act as a liaison between the UDST research community and Qatar's government, industry and other sectors to foster relationships that innovatively problem solve for local community and industry.
- Promote UDST student involvement in research activities through the use of applied research as a vehicle for developing student research skills and workplace readiness.
- Administer research projects and contracts to ensure fiscal responsibility and timely and accurate delivery of results.
- Communicate the accomplishments of applied research activities at UDST through seminars, publications and news.
- Plan, coordinate, develop and document the applied research activities of employees and students at UDSJ.
- Manage the organization and vetting of research proposals and allocation of Applied Research funds in line with relevant policies and procedures.
- Assist researchers in preparing and managing budgets and liaise with external funding agencies to promote research funding opportunities to student and employee researchers.
- Develop partnerships with appropriate industry, business, agency, and government representatives in collaboration with the UDST's Committees and Schools to promote the generation of UDST applied research initiatives.
People Management
Successful Candidate will:
- Provide professional development support and perform periodic performance reviews for direct subordinates (if applicable) based on UDST's Employee Performance Management framework to ensure continual high performance of employees in alignment with UDST's mission and mandate.
- Contribute to the development of workforce plans for the ARI -in collaboration with Human Capital and AVP, Academic.
- Contribute to the development of employees through identifying appropriate learning and development opportunities in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital.
- Contribute to the recruitment of talent within the ARI&ED in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital and ensure that all minimum qualifications, skills and experience are achieved.
Education and Certifications:
Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is required
An earned doctorate, awarded from an accredited institution in an appropriate field such as Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar leadership position, at a university or college campus undergoing rapid growth and development.
Minimum 5 years in managerial position is preferred
Distinguished record of applied research and has a reasonable list of publications appeared in international recognized journal.
Language
Fluency in written and spoken English language is required
Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is preferred.
Other Required Skills
Highly detail-oriented and Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving individual with exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive can-do attitude to work and good time management is essential. The candidate should have the ability to anticipate change and effectively manage quality and risk at all times. Leadership competencies in Decision Making, Strategic Planning and Alignment, Financial Management, Managing for Value, Change and Management is required. A commitment to effective working relationships across all levels of the organizations is required. A commitment to ongoing training and continuous professional development is desirable.
#J-18808-LjbffrDirector, Applied Research, Innovation And Economic Development
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University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors 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 600 staff and over 7,000 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 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.
Your Commitment
Reporting to the President, The Director of Applied Research, Innovation and Economic Development will manage applied research initiatives in a range of disciplines of direct relevance to solving issues of concern to industry, government and society, thereby contributing to the social and economic growth of the state of Qatar.
ResponsibilitiesStrategic
Successful Candidate will:
- Support AVP, Academic in the formulation of UDST's strategy.
- Lead the development and implementation of the ARI & ED's business plan in alignment with UDST's strategy through its initiatives and projects.
- Coordinate, oversee and manage business planning, project development and innovation and technology transfer research initiatives at UDST.
- Accountable for identifying various sources of research funding and work on strategies to obtain such funds and support the UDST research community.
Operational
Successful Candidate will:
- Act as a liaison between the UDST research community and Qatar's government, industry and other sectors to foster relationships that innovatively problem solve for local community and industry.
- Promote UDST student involvement in research activities through the use of applied research as a vehicle for developing student research skills and workplace readiness.
- Administer research projects and contracts to ensure fiscal responsibility and timely and accurate delivery of results.
- Communicate the accomplishments of applied research activities at UDST through seminars, publications and news.
- Plan, coordinate, develop and document the applied research activities of employees and students at UDSJ.
- Manage the organization and vetting of research proposals and allocation of Applied Research funds in line with relevant policies and procedures.
- Assist researchers in preparing and managing budgets and liaise with external funding agencies to promote research funding opportunities to student and employee researchers.
- Develop partnerships with appropriate industry, business, agency, and government representatives in collaboration with the UDST's Committees and Schools to promote the generation of UDST applied research initiatives.
People Management
Successful Candidate will:
- Provide professional development support and perform periodic performance reviews for direct subordinates (if applicable) based on UDST's Employee Performance Management framework to ensure continual high performance of employees in alignment with UDST's mission and mandate.
- Contribute to the development of workforce plans for the ARI -in collaboration with Human Capital and AVP, Academic.
- Contribute to the development of employees through identifying appropriate learning and development opportunities in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital.
- Contribute to the recruitment of talent within the ARI&ED in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital and ensure that all minimum qualifications, skills and experience are achieved.
Education and Certifications:
Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is required
An earned doctorate, awarded from an accredited institution in an appropriate field such as Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar leadership position, at a university or college campus undergoing rapid growth and development.
Minimum 5 years in managerial position is preferred
Distinguished record of applied research and has a reasonable list of publications appeared in international recognized journal.
Language
Fluency in written and spoken English language is required
Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is preferred.
Other Required Skills
Highly detail-oriented and Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving individual with exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive can-do attitude to work and good time management is essential. The candidate should have the ability to anticipate change and effectively manage quality and risk at all times. Leadership competencies in Decision Making, Strategic Planning and Alignment, Financial Management, Managing for Value, Change and Management is required. A commitment to effective working relationships across all levels of the organizations is required. A commitment to ongoing training and continuous professional development is desirable.
Director, Applied Research, Innovation And Economic Development
Posted 1 day ago
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ID
Category: Academic
Position Type: Regular
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is Qatar's first national applied university, offering applied Bachelor's and Master's degrees, certificates, and diplomas across various fields. With over 50 programs in Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing, Health Sciences, and Continuing Education, UDST has a vibrant community of over 600 staff and 7,000 students, dedicated to applied and experiential learning.
The university is recognized for its student-centered approach and state-of-the-art facilities. Faculty are committed to innovative teaching methods to enhance student skills and contribute to Qatar's Vision 2030.
Your Role
Reporting to the President, the Director of Applied Research, Innovation, and Economic Development will oversee research initiatives relevant to industry, government, and society, supporting Qatar's social and economic growth.
Strategic Responsibilities
- Assist in formulating UDST's strategic plan.
- Lead the development and execution of the ARI & ED's business plan aligned with university strategy.
- Manage research projects, innovation, and technology transfer initiatives.
- Identify funding sources and develop strategies to secure research funding.
Operational Responsibilities
- Foster relationships with government, industry, and community sectors to promote applied research.
- Encourage student involvement in research activities to develop skills and workplace readiness.
- Oversee research project administration, budgeting, and reporting.
- Promote research achievements through seminars, publications, and media.
- Coordinate research activities and manage research proposal vetting and funding allocation.
- Liaise with funding agencies and develop industry partnerships to support research initiatives.
People Management
- Provide professional development and performance reviews for staff.
- Support workforce planning and employee development.
- Participate in recruitment to ensure qualified personnel are hired.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences required; Doctorate preferred.
- At least 10 years of leadership experience in a university or similar setting, with 5+ years in a managerial role.
- Proven record in applied research with publications in recognized journals.
Languages
Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is preferred.
Skills and Attributes
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive with excellent time management.
- Leadership in decision-making, strategic planning, financial management, and change management.
- Committed to professional development and fostering collaborative relationships.
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Director, Applied Research, Innovation And Economic Development
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University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors 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 600 staff and over 7,000 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 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. Your Commitment Reporting to the President, The Director of Applied Research, Innovation and Economic Development will manage applied research initiatives in a range of disciplines of direct relevance to solving issues of concern to industry, government and society, thereby contributing to the social and economic growth of the state of Qatar. Responsibilities
Strategic Successful Candidate will: Support AVP, Academic in the formulation of UDST's strategy. Lead the development and implementation of the ARI & ED's business plan in alignment with UDST's strategy through its initiatives and projects. Coordinate, oversee and manage business planning, project development and innovation and technology transfer research initiatives at UDST. Accountable for identifying various sources of research funding and work on strategies to obtain such funds and support the UDST research community. Operational Successful Candidate will: Act as a liaison between the UDST research community and Qatar's government, industry and other sectors to foster relationships that innovatively problem solve for local community and industry. Promote UDST student involvement in research activities through the use of applied research as a vehicle for developing student research skills and workplace readiness. Administer research projects and contracts to ensure fiscal responsibility and timely and accurate delivery of results. Communicate the accomplishments of applied research activities at UDST through seminars, publications and news. Plan, coordinate, develop and document the applied research activities of employees and students at UDSJ. Manage the organization and vetting of research proposals and allocation of Applied Research funds in line with relevant policies and procedures. Assist researchers in preparing and managing budgets and liaise with external funding agencies to promote research funding opportunities to student and employee researchers. Develop partnerships with appropriate industry, business, agency, and government representatives in collaboration with the UDST's Committees and Schools to promote the generation of UDST applied research initiatives. People Management Successful Candidate will: Provide professional development support and perform periodic performance reviews for direct subordinates (if applicable) based on UDST's Employee Performance Management framework to ensure continual high performance of employees in alignment with UDST's mission and mandate. Contribute to the development of workforce plans for the ARI -in collaboration with Human Capital and AVP, Academic. Contribute to the development of employees through identifying appropriate learning and development opportunities in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital. Contribute to the recruitment of talent within the ARI&ED in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital and ensure that all minimum qualifications, skills and experience are achieved. Qualifications
Education and Certifications: Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is required An earned doctorate, awarded from an accredited institution in an appropriate field such as Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is preferred. Experience Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar leadership position, at a university or college campus undergoing rapid growth and development. Minimum 5 years in managerial position is preferred Distinguished record of applied research and has a reasonable list of publications appeared in international recognized journal. Language Fluency in written and spoken English language is required Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is preferred. Other Required Skills Highly detail-oriented and Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving individual with exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive can-do attitude to work and good time management is essential. The candidate should have the ability to anticipate change and effectively manage quality and risk at all times. Leadership competencies in Decision Making, Strategic Planning and Alignment, Financial Management, Managing for Value, Change and Management is required. A commitment to effective working relationships across all levels of the organizations is required. A commitment to ongoing training and continuous professional development is desirable.
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Director, Applied Research, Innovation And Economic Development
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University of Doha
Qatar
ID 2024-3509 Category: Academic Position Type: Regular University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is Qatar's first national applied university, offering applied Bachelor's and Master's degrees, certificates, and diplomas across various fields. With over 50 programs in Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing, Health Sciences, and Continuing Education, UDST has a vibrant community of over 600 staff and 7,000 students, dedicated to applied and experiential learning. The university is recognized for its student-centered approach and state-of-the-art facilities. Faculty are committed to innovative teaching methods to enhance student skills and contribute to Qatar's Vision 2030. Your Role Reporting to the President, the Director of Applied Research, Innovation, and Economic Development will oversee research initiatives relevant to industry, government, and society, supporting Qatar's social and economic growth. Strategic Responsibilities Assist in formulating UDST's strategic plan. Lead the development and execution of the ARI & ED's business plan aligned with university strategy. Manage research projects, innovation, and technology transfer initiatives. Identify funding sources and develop strategies to secure research funding. Operational Responsibilities Foster relationships with government, industry, and community sectors to promote applied research. Encourage student involvement in research activities to develop skills and workplace readiness. Oversee research project administration, budgeting, and reporting. Promote research achievements through seminars, publications, and media. Coordinate research activities and manage research proposal vetting and funding allocation. Liaise with funding agencies and develop industry partnerships to support research initiatives. People Management Provide professional development and performance reviews for staff. Support workforce planning and employee development. Participate in recruitment to ensure qualified personnel are hired. Qualifications Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences required; Doctorate preferred. At least 10 years of leadership experience in a university or similar setting, with 5+ years in a managerial role. Proven record in applied research with publications in recognized journals. Languages Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is preferred. Skills and Attributes Detail-oriented with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proactive with excellent time management. Leadership in decision-making, strategic planning, financial management, and change management. Committed to professional development and fostering collaborative relationships.
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Director, applied research, innovation and economic development
Posted today
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Category: Academic
Position Type: Regular
University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is Qatar's first national applied university, offering applied Bachelor's and Master's degrees, certificates, and diplomas across various fields. With over 50 programs in Engineering Technology, Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing, Health Sciences, and Continuing Education, UDST has a vibrant community of over 600 staff and 7,000 students, dedicated to applied and experiential learning.
The university is recognized for its student-centered approach and state-of-the-art facilities. Faculty are committed to innovative teaching methods to enhance student skills and contribute to Qatar's Vision 2030.
Your Role
Reporting to the President, the Director of Applied Research, Innovation, and Economic Development will oversee research initiatives relevant to industry, government, and society, supporting Qatar's social and economic growth.
Strategic Responsibilities
Assist in formulating UDST's strategic plan.
Lead the development and execution of the ARI & ED's business plan aligned with university strategy.
Manage research projects, innovation, and technology transfer initiatives.
Identify funding sources and develop strategies to secure research funding.
Operational Responsibilities
Foster relationships with government, industry, and community sectors to promote applied research.
Encourage student involvement in research activities to develop skills and workplace readiness.
Oversee research project administration, budgeting, and reporting.
Promote research achievements through seminars, publications, and media.
Coordinate research activities and manage research proposal vetting and funding allocation.
Liaise with funding agencies and develop industry partnerships to support research initiatives.
People Management
Provide professional development and performance reviews for staff.
Support workforce planning and employee development.
Participate in recruitment to ensure qualified personnel are hired.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences required; Doctorate preferred.
At least 10 years of leadership experience in a university or similar setting, with 5+ years in a managerial role.
Proven record in applied research with publications in recognized journals.
Languages
Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is preferred.
Skills and Attributes
Detail-oriented with strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proactive with excellent time management.
Leadership in decision-making, strategic planning, financial management, and change management.
Committed to professional development and fostering collaborative relationships.#J-18808-Ljbffr