Research Professor (Assistant/Associate) - Date Palm Physiology and Production Management

The Research Professor/Associate is a research track academic rank for individuals engaged in research and typically assigned minimal or no teaching responsibilities. The prospective research faculty is expected to carry out extensive applied research in Pomology, emphasizing Date palm physiology and Production Management. He is responsible for the technical supervision of all the date palm research activities at the University’s Agricultural Research Station (ARS). The faculty is responsible for the development and support of date palm cultivation.

Minimum Qualifications

· Ph.D. from a reputable University in Agricultural Sciences or related disciplines with a specialization in Pomology

· A minimum of 10 years of experience in date palm research and production management 

· Experience in the latest in-vitro micropropagation and tissue culture techniques strongly desired

· Language abilities: English is required, and Arabic is preferred

· The candidate should demonstrate strong research ability and knowledge in the field with strong technical and communication skills

· A strong record of research grants management, publications, presentations, and student teaching/supervision

Application Instruction:

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Qatar University careers page (https://careers.qu.edu.qa/) - go to jobs, then select Agricultural Research Station (ARS) under the Office of VP for Research & Graduate Studies. Alternatively, copies of the following documents can be sent to the Agricultural Research Station (ARS) email (ars@qu.edu.qa).

Cover letter Curriculum vitae (with complete publication list)

Degree certificate and transcripts

Teaching and Research Philosophy

Research plan – description of current and future research plans

Separate reprints of 5 most relevant publications

A copy of the international passport (Biodata page)

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview