Research Associate; Advanced Concrete Technology

Overview

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University is seeking qualified candidates for a position of a research associate to work on a research project related to sustainable construction materials. The research associate should be knowledgeable of cement-free geopolymer concrete, pervious concrete, different concrete testing, microstructure characterization, and the use of industrial solid waste materials in the production of concrete.

The selected candidate will conduct literature survey, design necessary experimental work including concrete mix design, preparation of testing specimens, casting, testing and data collection, data analysis, contribute to the writing of research papers, and participate in the final report of the research findings. Familiarity with modern/advanced experimental equipment is needed. The selected candidate will assist in training and supervising undergraduate students.

• Conduct literature survey
• Design experimental work which includes concrete mix design
• Prepare testing specimens, casting, testing and data collection
• Analyze data and contribute to the writing of research papers
• Participate in the final report of the research findings
• Familiarity with modern/advanced experimental equipment
• Assist in training and supervising undergraduate students

• Minimum qualification:
  
  M.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience in concrete mix design, 3D concrete printing, laboratory work (e.g., casting, testing, fixing strain gauges, etc.), data collection and data analysis
• Intent to pursue PhD in Civil Engineering at UAEU, as applicable
• Preferred:
  Ph.D. in the field; demonstrates ability to carry out research and work under tight deadlines

Submit a detailed CV and a list of publications. Close date: 01/03/2026. Kindly apply before the closing date.