Qureos Mentor

University of Sharjah

<p></p><div><div><div><div><b>CATEGORY</b><b> </b></div><div>Research</div>
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<div><div><b>COLLEGE</b><b> </b></div><div>Departments
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<div><div><b>DEPARTMENT</b><b> </b></div><div>Rise - Research Institute of Sciences and Engineering</div>
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<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE</b><b>
</b></div><div><p>The Research Institute of Sciences and Engineering (RISE) has an opening for a full-time Post-Doctoral Research Fellow position in Sustainable Architecture and Resilient Design, working with the Sustainable Architecture and Resilient Design Research Group (SARD-RG). The Research Fellow should be able to work in an interdisciplinary field of Sustainable Architecture and Resilient Design, including digital architecture and technology, environmental design, sustainable materials, and building design and construction from heritage to modern<br>
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<div><div><b>MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES &amp; EXPECTATIONS</b><b>
</b></div><p></p><div><ul><li>The post holder will conduct independent and collaborative research in more than one of the following priority research areas: Architectural design and planning, Urban design, Building design and performance and Heritage/Islamic architecture</li><li>
Lead the writing and submission of research funding proposals</li><li>
Develop ideas for generating research outputs for publication in high quality research journals</li><li>
Participation in research activities including presenting papers at conferences and workshops</li><li>
Contribute ideas for new research projects</li>
Participate in wider research group activities, where appropriate<br>
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<p></p><div><div><b>REQUIRED SKILLS</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><ul><li><div><div>Strong research skills with an understanding of sustainability in the built environment.</div>
</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>Demonstrated self-motivation, critical thinking, and enthusiasm for academic research
</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to collect, evaluate, and synthesize data
</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>Excellent numerical modelling skills, with demonstrated applications in sustainable and resilience of the built environment<br>
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<div><div><b>DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS</b><b><br>
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<ul><li>Outstanding knowledge in sustainable Architecture and the built environment</li><li>
Expert in using simulation software like IES-VE, Env-MET, DesignBuilder, SPSS, ETAB, MATLAB, etc.</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
</li><li>Previous experience of contributing to publications (evidenced through current list of research publications)
</li>educatonal background in Architectural Engineering/Civil Engineering or related fields in the Built Environment<br>
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<div><div><b>JOB LOCATION</b><b> </b></div><div>University of Sharjah (Main)
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<div><div><b>JOB CRITERIA</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>GENDER</b></div> <div>, Male, Female,
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<div><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div> <div>Phd</div>
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<div><div><b>RELEVANT EXPERIENCE</b><b> </b></div><div>2</div>
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<div><div><b>LIVING IN UAE</b></div> <div>Open for all</div>
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<div><div><b>NATIONALITY</b></div> <div>, All,</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW -SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE AND RESILIENT DESIGN-

<p></p><div><div><div><div><b>CATEGORY</b><b> </b></div><div>Non Faculty Vacancies</div>
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<div><div><b>COLLEGE</b><b> </b></div><div>Engineering
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<div><div><b>DEPARTMENT</b><b> </b></div><div>Civil and Environmental Engineering</div>
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<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE</b><b>
</b></div><div><p>As a Laboratory Support Engineer you are requsted to be responsible for providing comprehensive technical support and managing the College of Engineering's technological resources, including physical and virtual labs, software licensing, and the college website. This role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of these resources, facilitates effective collaboration across departments, and contributes to the college's overall technical infrastructure and strategic goals.<br>
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<div><div><b>MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES &amp; EXPECTATIONS</b><b>
</b></div><p></p><div><div>1. Provide daily technical support to faculty, staff, and students, ensuring timely resolution of hardware, software, and network issues. Maintain documentation of recurring technical issues and solutions.</div>
<div>2. Update and maintain virtual labs to ensure accessibility and proper functionality. Manage student and faculty access to VMware, and troubleshoot any access-related issues.</div>
<div>3. Collaborate with lab engineers to allocate and set up labs for high school visits and academic events.</div>
<div>4. Track and update software licenses to ensure compliance. Follow up on software purchases and renewals with procurement and finance departments.</div>
<div>5. Coordinate between college departments and labs to optimize the use of laboratory resources and software, facilitating communication and ensuring that software needs are understood and addressed effectively.</div>
<div>6. Ensure the accurate installation and proper operation of all lab software across all relevant engineering laboratories, adhering to best practices and vendor recommendations.</div>
<div>7. Serve as the custodian of all lab software, including overseeing the installation, configuration, upgrading, troubleshooting, and maintenance processes, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements and copyright legislation for all engineering lab software.</div>
<div>8. Maintain and update the laboratory software inventory by identifying software needs, requesting software and licenses according to specifications and budgetary constraints, and tracking license usage.</div>
<div>9. Regularly update and maintain the college website, ensuring content accuracy. Coordinate with college departments to implement website changes and improvements.<br>
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<div>10.Actively participate in college and university-level committees, providing technical insights and recommendations.<br>
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<div><div><b>REQUIRED SKILLS</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><ul><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving hardware issues.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Expertise in troubleshooting software applications and operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proficiency in website content management systems (CMS).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Understanding of website maintenance and updates.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Understanding of IT security best practices.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to manage user access and permissions in virtualized environments.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to manage software licenses and ensure compliance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to track and allocate IT resources effectively.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to generate reports on system performance, technical issues, and resource utilization.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of web development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript is a plus).<br>
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<div><div><b>DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS</b><b>
</b></div><p></p><div><ul><li>Minimum of bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering, Software Engineering or a relevant discipline.</li></ul>
<ul><li>2-4 years of UAE experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant discipline would be an advantage.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Priority is to UAE Nationals.<br>
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<p></p><div><div><b>JOB LOCATION</b><b> </b></div><div>University of Sharjah (Main)
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<div><div><b>JOB CRITERIA</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>GENDER</b></div> <div>, Male, Female,
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<div><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div> <div>Bachelor's degree/higher diploma</div>
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<div><div><b>RELEVANT EXPERIENCE</b><b> </b></div><div>0</div>
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<div><div><b>LIVING IN UAE</b></div> <div>Open for all</div>
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<div><div><b>NATIONALITY</b></div> <div>, United Arab Emirates,</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

LABORATORY SUPPORT ENGINEER - CIVIL

<p></p><div><div><div><div><b>CATEGORY</b><b> </b></div><div>Non Faculty Vacancies</div>
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<div><div><b>COLLEGE</b><b> </b></div><div>Departments
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<div><div><b>DEPARTMENT</b><b> </b></div><div>Finance Department</div>
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<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE</b><b>
</b></div><div><p>As a Financial Controller To be responsible for ensuring the absolute integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the University&rsquo;s financial operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the role provides strategic oversight across all core finance functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, General Ledger, Tax, and Financial Planning and Analysis.<br>
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<div><div><b>MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES &amp; EXPECTATIONS</b><b>
</b></div><p></p><div><div><b>Strategic Financial Oversight &amp; Section Coordination</b></div>
<div>1. Identify process gaps and inefficiencies across sections, coordinating corrective actions with Heads of Sections to ensure smooth interdepartmental workflows with IT, Procurement, and FMPD.</div>
<div></div><div>2. Support the Director of Finance in achieving departmental KPIs by gathering data, preparing progress reports, and implementing approved action plans.</div><div><br>
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<div><b>Governance, Policy Compliance &amp; Risk Management</b><br>
3. Assist in developing and updating fiscal management policies and procedures, ensuring full alignment with IFRS, UAE regulations, and industry best practices.</div>
<div></div><div>4. Conduct periodic awareness and training sessions for staff to ensure consistent application of UoS financial policies and procedures.</div><br>
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</div><div><b>Financial Reporting, Audit &amp; Tax Compliance</b><br>
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<div>5. Monitor monthly and annual closing activities, leading the preparation of the trial balance, year-end schedules, and annual financial statements.</div>
<div>6. Ensure full compliance with UAE Tax laws (VAT and Corporate Tax) by reviewing filings, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</div><div><br>
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<div><b>Operational Control &amp; Transactional Review</b><br>
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<div>7. Review and approve payment batches, AP invoices, and authorize high-value journal vouchers exceeding AED 1 million.</div>
<div>8. Engage with internal profit-generating units (e.g., Medical Clinics, Research Centers) to review their revenue processes and internal controls.</div><br>
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</div><div><b>Process Improvement &amp; Stakeholder Relations</b><br>
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<div>9. Drive digital transformation by supporting ERP (Oracle Fusion) enhancements and automation initiatives in collaboration with IT and external consultants.</div>
<div></div><div>10. Provide consultative assistance to Deans, Directors, and other university entities regarding the interpretation of budget information and financial policies.</div><p><br>
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<div><div><b>REQUIRED SKILLS</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><ul><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion ERP and advanced data visualization tools like Power BI.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial operations across GL, Fixed Assets, and Tax.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Expert-level understanding of UAE financial laws and international accounting standards to mitigate institutional risk.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proficiency in high-level financial modelling, budget monitoring, and performance analysis.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Capability to lead diverse finance sections and coordinate with external units like IT, Procurement, and Academic Departments.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High attention to detail in reviewing high-value transactions and complex reconciliations.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proactive identification of gaps in internal controls and the ability to implement corrective governance actions.</li></ul></div><br>
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<div><div><b>DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS</b><b><br>
</b></div><p></p><div><ul><li>Minimum bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant discipline.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A professional qualification as a chartered accountant or qualified member of an accountancy body (e.g. CPA, CMA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, etc.).</li></ul>
<ul><li>An MBA or a master&rsquo;s degree in Finance will add an advantage.</li></ul>
<ul><li>10-12 years of UAE experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Priority is to UAE Nationals.<br>
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<div><div><b>JOB LOCATION</b><b> </b></div><div>University of Sharjah (Main)
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<div><div><b>JOB CRITERIA</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>GENDER</b></div> <div>, Female, Male,
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<div><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div> <div>Bachelor's degree/higher diploma</div>
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<div><div><b>RELEVANT EXPERIENCE</b><b> </b></div><div>10</div>
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<div><div><b>LIVING IN UAE</b></div> <div>Open for all</div>
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<div><div><b>NATIONALITY</b></div> <div>, All,</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

<p></p><div><div><div><div><b>CATEGORY</b><b> </b></div><div>Non Faculty Vacancies</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>COLLEGE</b><b> </b></div><div>Departments
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>DEPARTMENT</b><b> </b></div><div>Finance Department</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE</b><b>
</b></div><div><p>As a Financial Analyst you are ecpected to serve as a vital strategic partner within the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&amp;A) Section, dedicated to enhancing the University&rsquo;s financial sustainability and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Head of FP&amp;A, the role is responsible for the end-to-end execution of the annual budgeting process, developing sophisticated financial models, and creating business intelligence tools that drive data-informed decision-making. Providing high-level analytical support&mdash;ranging from academic program viability studies to KPI monitoring&mdash;ensuring that University resources are allocated strategically.<br>
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<div><div><b>MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES &amp; EXPECTATIONS</b><b>
</b></div><p></p><div><div>1. Develop and maintain internal financial reporting templates to produce monthly management reports and periodic updates for the Finance Department and Senior Management.</div>
<div>2. Support continuous improvements in the budgeting and forecasting cycle to enhance accuracy and alignment with university objectives.</div>
<div>3. Provide financial advice on existing and new academic programs, evaluating strategic fit, demand, pricing strategies, and long-term financial viability.</div>
<div>4. Conduct detailed financial sustainability analyses at the organizational unit and program levels to optimize revenue and cost structures.</div>
<div>5. Build robust financial models and business cases to support strategic decision-making and identify new business opportunities.</div>
<div>6. Contribute to the development of Business Intelligence (BI) tools and interactive dashboards to drive performance improvements and data-driven insights.</div>
<div>7. Evaluate systems and processes against industry benchmarks to drive operational efficiencies across the Finance Department.</div>
<div>9. Assist in the accurate allocation of revenues and costs to correct cost centers, auditing transactions to ensure data reliability.</div>
<div>9. Act as a financial business partner to deans and directors, challenging assumptions and providing value-added advice to support their goals.</div>
<div>10. Research and interpret complex financial data to answer stakeholder inquiries and explain the financial implications of business activities.<br>
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<p></p><div><div><b>REQUIRED SKILLS</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><ul><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proficiency in building complex, dynamic Excel models to support business cases, program viability studies, and &quot;what-if&quot; scenario analyses.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Skilled in using Power BI or similar tools to transform raw financial data into interactive dashboards and management reports.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Expertise in the full budget cycle, including variance analysis, trend forecasting, and the ability to identify drivers of revenue and cost.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience navigating and extracting data from enterprise systems, specifically Oracle Fusion, to ensure data integrity in reporting.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A solid grasp of IFRS and the University&rsquo;s internal policies to ensure transactions are correctly allocated to cost centers.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to conduct market research and competitive analysis to provide advice on pricing strategies and the maturity cycles of academic programs.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High precision in auditing transactions and preparing reports to ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of university data.</li></ul></div><br>
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<div><div><b>DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS</b><b>
</b></div><p></p><div><ul><li>Minimum of a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a relevant discipline.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A professional qualification as a chartered accountant or qualified member of an accountancy body (e.g. CPA, CMA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, etc.).</li></ul>
<ul><li>4-6 years of UAE experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Priority is to UAE Nationals.<br>
</li></ul></div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><b>JOB LOCATION</b><b> </b></div><div>University of Sharjah (Main)
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>JOB CRITERIA</b><b>
</b></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>GENDER</b></div> <div>, Male, Female,
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<div><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div> <div>Bachelor's degree/higher diploma</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>RELEVANT EXPERIENCE</b><b> </b></div><div>4</div>
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<div><div><b>LIVING IN UAE</b></div> <div>Open for all</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>NATIONALITY</b></div> <div>, All,</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW -SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE AND RESILIENT DESIGN-

LABORATORY SUPPORT ENGINEER - CIVIL

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

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