Research Assistant (Construction Materials)
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About the Role
UAE University seeks a Research Assistant for a project on sustainable construction materials. The role involves concrete mix design, laboratory testing, data analysis, and literature review.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct literature survey on sustainable construction materials
- Conduct experimental work including concrete mix design, preparation of testing specimens, casting, testing and data collection
- Perform data analysis and participate in the final report of research findings
Requirements
- At least B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering
- Experience in concrete mix design, laboratory work (casting, testing, fixing strain gauges, etc.)
- Experience in data collection and data analysis
- Intent to pursue MSc in Civil Engineering at UAEU
- Interest in carrying out research and working under tight deadlines
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Job Description
- The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking qualified candidates for a position of a research assistant to work on a research project related to sustainable construction materials.
- The research associate should be knowledgeable of cement free geopolymer concrete, different concrete testing, microstructure characterization, and the use of industrial solid waste materials in the production of concrete.
- The selected candidate will be responsible of conducting literature survey, conducting experimental work which includes concrete mix design, preparation of testing specimens, casting, testing and data collection, data analysis, and participate in the final report of the research findings.
Minimum Qualification
- Applicant should have at least B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering.
- Applicant should have experience in concrete mix design, laboratory work (e.g. casting, testing, fixing strain gauges…etc.), data collection and data analysis.
- Applicant should have intent to pursue MSc in Civil Engineering at UAEU, as applicable.
Preferred Qualification
- A B.Sc. in the field is considered an asset.
- Applicant should demonstrate interest in carrying out research and working under tight deadlines.
Special Instructions to Applicant
- Submit a detailed CV
- Close Date: 31/07/2026
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