Co-Founder & Scientific Lead (Emirati National Only)
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About the Role
Shamsa, an early-stage startup, seeks a Scientific Co-Founder with a PhD or research-heavy Masters in Material Science, Physics, or Renewable Energy to lead R&D and build scalable solar innovation.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the R&D process to build and refine the startup's technical offerings
- Define the technology direction and decide which breakthrough technologies to pursue
- Transform complex scientific concepts into high efficiency, integrated solar solutions
- Co design the company's vision and strategy from day one
Requirements
- PhD or research heavy Masters in Material Science, Physics, or Renewable Energy
- Strong research driven background
- Hands on product development experience to move from concept to functional prototype
- Entrepreneurial mindset with vision to transform technical know how into a market leading business
- Fluency in Arabic and English is highly preferred (UAE Nationals)
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The Mission
- We are an early stage startup on a mission to redefine the UAE’s energy landscape through Integrated Solar Innovation. We are seeking a Scientific Co Founder who is ready to take high level research out of the lab and into the real world.
The Current Stage
- Ground Zero: We are currently in the ideation and foundational phase. You will be joining at the very beginning, with the unique opportunity to co design the company’s vision and strategy from day one.
The Profile
- The Academic Edge: A strong research driven background (PhD or Research heavy Masters) in Material Science, Physics, or Renewable Energy.
- Hands on Product Development: This is a technical builder role. You will be responsible for developing the core technology and product by leveraging your research and expertise to move from concept to functional prototype.
- The Entrepreneurial Spark: You are driven by impact. You have a vision to transform technical 'know how' into a market leading business.
- Cultural Synergy: Fluency in Arabic and English is highly preferred (UAE Nationals).
Your Journey With Us
- Product Innovation: Leading the R&D process to build and refine the startup technical offerings.
- Define the Tech DNA: You won't just follow a plan; you will create it. You’ll decide which breakthrough technologies will define our future.
- Bridge Science & Market: Transform complex scientific concepts into high efficiency, integrated solar solutions.
- Strategic Autonomy: You lead the science; we handle the operational noise.
The Opportunity
- Founding Equity: Significant ownership stake as a true Co Founder.
- Total Technical Freedom: Build your legacy and lead a scientific revolution without the red tape.
- Impact: A direct role in building a carbon positive future in the heart of the UAE.
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