Temporary Research Assistant

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Our Commitment  

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are

The Texas A&M University at Qatar campus mission is to educate exemplary engineers and develop world-class leaders through internationally recognized undergraduate and graduate degree programs. We strive to generate new knowledge and intellectual capital through innovative research and collaborative partnerships that yield sustainable impact and advance the development goals of the State of Qatar and the region through expertise and engagement that expand human capital.

What we want 

The Temporary Research Assistant will perform experimental research on the desalination of saline waters using engineered osmosis. Assist with experimental research on chemical treatment and resource recovery from high salinity waters. Data Interpretation and reporting and mentoring and supervision of undergraduate students in the laboratory.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience. 

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. 

Special Note: This position is NOT located in the United States. The selected candidate must be willing to relocate to Doha, Qatar. Learn more about life at Texas A&M University at Qatar by visiting this link https://www.qatar.tamu.edu/i-am/faculty-and-staff.

Required Education and Experience

• Appropriate Bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferably to have qualification relevant to the job description.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform experimental research on desalination of saline waters using engineered osmosis.

• Prepare draw and feed solutions with varying chemical compositions.

• Screen draw solutions for performance.

• Design and execute desalination experiments to evaluate water flux and solute transport through membranes.

• Membrane characterization.

• Support data collection, perform analysis, and prepare reports and result summaries for ongoing projects.

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to support experimental design.

• Assist in experimental research on chemical treatment and resource recovery from high-salinity waters.

• Maintain safe laboratory practices and ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.

• Mentor and supervise undergraduate students in laboratory practices, providing guidance on experimental methods and ensuring adherence to safety procedures.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month 

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more  

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee 

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.