Research Assistant - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - united arab emirates university

Description

Job Description

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking a research assistant in Structural Engineering.

The research assistant should be knowledgeable of structural design and rehabilitation with innovative and sustainable construction materials and systems.

The candidate should be able to synthesize sustainable construction materials, design innovative structural retrofitting solutions, develop numerical simulation models, and conduct experimental testing for characterization, performance evaluation and verification.

The preferred candidate should have demonstrated experience in numerical analysis and laboratory testing of materials and structural members and have a master s degree in structural engineering or a closely related civil engineering field.

Minimum Qualifacation
A master s degree in civil engineering supplemented with documented evidence to support the following:
Ability to synthesize and characterize sustainable construction materials
Ability to design and apply structural retrofitting solutions
Skilled in numerical simulation and modeling of structural members
Skilled in data analysis, technical writing, and reporting
Preferred Qualifacation
Experience in writing and publishing technical papers
Experience in preparing research proposals
Experience in corrosion and condition assessment
Ability to work independently among a group
Demonstrable initiative, commitment, and dedication in executing the role
Adaptability and flexibility to changes associated with research demands
Commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:
Bachelor of Technology/Engineering


Gender:
nm


Nationality:
Any Nationality