Research Scientist - Applied Research Center for Environment & Marine Studies - RI

Research Scientist - Applied Research Center for Environment & Marine Studies - RI

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions as soon as possible at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

3. A good track record of research and of handling projects independently.

Job Reference Number

Job Reference Number F208

Job Title

Job Title Research Scientist - Applied Research Center for Environment & Marine Studies - RI

Location

Type

Type Full Time

Job Description

The Center for Environment & Marine Studies at KFUPM is seeking qualified researchers to fill a research scientist position. The potential candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry with experience in Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. Besides, they must utilize that experiment in the environmental monitoring and in the determination of hazardous contaminants such as TPH (Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon), PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon), polychlorinated, and BTEX (benzene, ethylbenzene, and toluene) in water, sediment and biota samples using different analytical instruments such as GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS.

Job Responsibility

Perform samples analysis for quantification of different environmental pollutants using the most common analytical techniques GC- FID , GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS.

Train joiner chemists on the advanced analytical techniques.

Conduct basic and applied research related to water treatment, analytical method development and environmental monitoring.

Publish findings in reputable peer reviewed journals.
Write research proposals.

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. The appointment includes the following benefits according to the university policy.
1. Tax free salary.
2. Free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing unit with free essential utilities and maintenance.
3. Air ticket/s to Dhahran on appointment.
4. Annual repatriation air ticket/s for family members up to four persons.
5. 30 days of paid vacation.
6. Assistance with local tuition fees for school-aged dependent children.
7. Transportation allowance
8. Medical insurance
9. End-of-service gratuity after two (2) years of continuous service.
The KFUPM campus has a range of facilities including a medical and dental clinic, health club with swimming pool, an extensive library, computing, research

Qualifications

PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry.

Has an experience in a research centers similar to the Center for Environment & Marine Studies whose working in the environmental monitoring and in the determination of hazardous contaminants such as TPH (Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon), PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon), polychlorinated, and BTEX (benzene, ethylbenzene, and toluene) in water, sediment and biota samples.

Experience in Analytical instruments such as GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS.

Published a good number of articles in reputable journals

Ability to work with interdisciplinary research groups.

Special Instructions to Applicants

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions as soon as possible at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

3. A good track record of research and of handling projects independently.

Contact Information

Director of Talent Acquisition Department
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email:

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).

• Highest Education Level you have earned ?
  • Bachelor
  • Masters
  • PhD or above
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• All Official Transcripts (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• All Degrees and Certifications (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• Abstract of the Dissertation
• Scanned copy of Passport
• Applicant Photo
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement
• List of Publications
Optional Documents
• Other Document