Qatar University Profile:
Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.
Department Profile:
It has been proven that excellence in teaching and effective research are inextricably interrelated in today’s academic world, and that innovation in programs and classrooms is constantly enriched by those faculty members actively engaging in research. Like in most modern Universities around the world, one of Qatar University's strategic aims is to develop and enhance research that meets its standards of excellence. Our Office is responsible for providing administrative, secretarial, and executive support for all elements of the University's research activities. The Office also manages the University's internal research funding schemes, and all aspects (other than financial) of external grants and research agreements.
Duties & Responsibilities
Central Laboratories Unit (CLU) in Qatar UniversityisseekingaTransmutation Electronic Microscope (TEM) specialist torunandmaintainTEM and sample preparation for biological andsolidsamples.This is anon-supervisory position in which thecandidateappliesscientificprinciples and practical laboratory experiencetobringknowledge andtechnical ability to work closely with CLU stafftomanageand consulton all aspects of various research projects.Thesuccessfulcandidatewill provide structure elucidation supporttoouracademics,researchers, postgraduates and students indifferentfields.We arelooking for a highly skilled and motivatedindividual, whoiscapable towork independently, understands and valuescross-functional teamwork.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• The selected candidate willoverseethedailyoperation of the Transmutation ElectronicMicroscope(TEM)facility,with responsibilities including
• Responsible for operating, andmaintenanceofTEMinstrument, recording and -interpretation of allTEMimagingrequested bythe various CLU users.
• Responsible forestablishingsamplepreparationfacility that includes, but not limited to,dimpling,ionmilling, jet electro-polishing.
• Responsible for preparation ofdifferenttypeofTEM samples.
• Development of standardoperatingproceduresandpolicies in TEM facility.
• Training and certify users on theproperandsafeuse of the TEM instrument.
• Providing researcherswithstate-of-the-artTEMinstrumentation and technical support inTEMexperimental design.
• The TEM facility specialistwillparticipateinthe preparation and writing of instrumentationgrantproposals aswellas engage in collaborative research with facultyandoutside users.
• Develop instrument scheduling,usepoliciesandcharge rates in collaboration with the CLU director.
• Help users achieve independenceontheinstrumentand assist users in assessing theirexperimentalandinstrumental needs.
• Acting as a resource byfieldingquestionsandoffering expert guidance in available TEM methods.
• Assist faculty, outsideusersandcorporateclients with TEM experimental design, dataacquisition,andanalysis ofexperimental results.
• Coordinates with Quality Assurancestafftoensurethe implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop and apply Quality Control(QC)methodsandinstrument standby conditions to assure user ready operation.
• Ensure that instruments aremaintainedtothehighest working standards, including regularhardware/software maintenance.
• Determine cryogen fillschedule;ordercryogens;oversee and/or perform cryogen fill.
• Oversee the installation ofnewhardwareandsoftware; negotiate and supervise any service contractswithvendors.
• Order parts and/or services as required.
• Develop independentresearchprogramsasappropriate to CLU and Qatar University goalsand/orengageincollaborative research with members of the CLU when appropriate.
• Publishing original work inpeerreviewedjournalsand/or attend scholarly conferences and givingtalksandpresentationsabout the TEM facility and research activities.
• Participating in the writingandpreparationofTEM instrumentation grants within guidelines determinedbytheCLUdirector; and perform other duties as assigned.
• Willing to develop appropriateTEMmethodsforcertain identified projects.
• To work in open access instrumentstosupportCLUusers and deliver result in a timely manner.
• To support the projects from start to completion.
• Assists in the developmentandimplementationofsafety projects impacting all CLU laboratory personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
• PhD in chemistry,biochemistry,materialsscience,physics, or related disciplines earnedfrom anaccredited andawell-recognized university.• Experience in establishing ahighqualityTEMsample preparation facility is highly preferred.
• Experience in skillfullyoperatingandmanagingthe TEM facility and overseeing instrument usageandmaintenanceishighly preferred.
• Experience in both software and hardware aspects with different types of TEM instrument are preferred.
Required Skills
• A minimum of 5 years actual hands-on experience with TEM applications in structure elucidation of small molecules and bio macromolecules and solid materials.
• Excellent skills in experimental design, pulse sequence implementation, and data analysis as well as excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
• Extensive TEM knowledge both in running the equipment and interpretation of results.
• Having a good track record of publications in the field of TEM spectroscopy.
• Having a strong work ethic and a solid record of problem solving and technical results.
• Highly skilled in the use of TEM software and hardware including cryo-probes and the application of automation.
• Technically inclined with the ability to troubleshoot complex instrument problems such as automation and robotic systems.
• IT literate with the ability to manipulate data workflows in a networked environment.
• Users focused and driven to continually work towards technical and process improvements.
• Excellent leadership skills staff management skills are required.
• Willingness to co-operate with biology, materials science, health science, pharmacy and chemistry staff are required.
Required Documents
Non Academic:
1. Curriculum Vitae with cover letter.
2. Experience Certificates.
3. At least three references including contact numbers and email addresses.
Academic:
1. Current Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover letter.
3. Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
4. Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
5. Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
6. Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Benefits
Non Academic:
1. Competitive tax-free salary.
2. Housing allowance in accordance with HRM Law.
3. Annual round trip air tickets for candidate and dependents according to HRM Law.
4. Public health care and health insurance to candidate and family members.
5. Annual leave in accordance with HRM Law.
6. End-of-contract indemnity.
Academic:
1. A three-year renewable contract.
2. Salary is commensurate with experience.
3. Tax-free salary.
4. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
5. Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies.
6. Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
7. Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
8. Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
9. End-of-contract indemnity.
How To Apply
1. Returning Applicant: Please login in QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) to update/edit your saved profile. Use this profile to apply for this position.
2. New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete you may use it to apply for an open Position.
