POST-DOCTORAL FELLOW

Summary

Conduct researchon a semi-independent basis such as design, preform and interpret experimentalresults; develops new ideas that promote current research; prepares andpublishes scintific manuscripts under the direction of a higher levelscientist; and attends and gives seminars.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

1. Conducts research and laboratory experiments within a specified field, analyses and interprets results.

2. Contributes efficiently and significantly to the planning of research projects.
3. Develops new ideas and expertise that promote ongoing research.
4. Assists in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writin under the direction of a Scientist.
5. Engages in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required in order to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career.
Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from an accredited institution in a scientific discipline relevant to the research field is required.

Experience Required

No years of experience for Saudis or three (3) years post doctorate experience for non-Saudis as an independent professional within his/her field required.

Other Requirements(Certificates)

- A letter from immediate academic supervisor describing in details the candidate's academic ability to learn, performance, hard work, punctuality, attitude towards work, taking responsibility, work under pressure, oral and written communication skills.
- For in house scholarship recipients a satisfactory Annual Progress Report for the last two (2) years during scholarship that was requested by the Research Centre Training & Education Office/KFSH&RC Academic Training Affairs/Training & Education.
- Strength of the application's Research Statement in which the candidate describes research interests, technical skills, and career goals.
- Proven records of presenting original data generated from doctoral degree at least once in a national or international meeting.