Assistant to Research Project Management - Education and Outreach
United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
Permanent
Full-time
1 month ago
Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will support the management of the Abu Dhabi International Virtual Research Institute for Food Security in the Drylands. This institute features a comprehensive and highly interdisciplinary R&D program and provides an international collaboration platform for researchers and stakeholders of the public and private food and agricultural sector. The successful candidate will organize regular academic and educational events taking place under the umbrella of the Virtual Research Institute, such as colloquia, conferences, and a summer school. In collaboration with the University Outreach Department, she/he will also be in charge of establishing and updating the project website, social media accounts, and printed materials (posters, brochures). As an advocate of the Virtual Research Institute, the successful candidate is expected to actively reach out to stakeholders of the private and public food and agricultural sector and support the representation of the institute on public, academic and industry events, such as national or international exhibitions or conferences. The contract is for one year, with the possibility of extension on an annual basis.Minimum QualificationUniversity degree (B. Sc. or M. Sc.) in the agricultural sciences, food, nutritional sciences, or a related disciplinePreferred Qualification
