Director of Research at Research & Innovation Center for Graphene and 2D MaterialsEmployer Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Closing date 25 Dec 2024View more categoriesView less categoriesJob Type , Contract Type HoursSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.DescriptionJob PurposeThe RIC-2D Director of Research (DR) is a leadership position within RIC-2D and supports the Center's Senior Director (SD) with strategic and operational duties. The ADR serves as a thought leader on leading edge science and technology in graphene and 2D materials (G2DM). He/she builds upon a proven track record of research leadership to establish research directions that deliver impactful research within the center. He/she contributes well informed technology insight to the center's Director of Commercialization (DC) to enable sound commercialization and technology transfer
decisions.Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesStrategic Responsibilities

• Acts as the focal contact point of RIC-2D on all technical matters related to G2DM
• Contributes to developing RIC-2D's strategy to ensure RIC-2D achieves high international status
• Lead and support the discovery of new knowledge in G2DM field leading to competitive advantage for RIC-2D
• In coordination with RIC-2D's Thrust Leads, identify highly impactful research opportunities within RIC-2D's thrust areas and oversee the planning and execution of research activities in those areas.
• Engage in the international research arena via formal or de-facto standards bodies, conference organizing committees, professional bodies, etc.

Operational Responsibilities

• Initiate, define and manage research projects or programs (both internal to KU and/or with collaborative partners) to ensure alignment and underpinning of RIC-2D's strategic objectives.
• Provide line management, mentoring or guidance of researchers, technicians or students (as required).
• Build strong relationships with key people in the lines of business of RIC-2D's partners and work with others as necessary inside KU to deliver value from research.
• Provide technical leadership by setting the strategy by which recognized specific problems or challenges will be overcome by establishing technical approaches to scientific and/or market analysis challenges.
• Provide consultancy and advice to RIC-2D's internal or external partners on new science and/or technologies to support
• their needs.
• Act as the trusted science and technology expert for RIC-2D and its partners.
• Contribute to KU's world-class standing in research and innovation through scholarly publication, disclosure and support for the filing of intellectual property based on research results, and other appropriate communication, including internal reports or presentations and external presentations to partners and peers.
• Review technical proposals and provide in-depth assessment of their merit.
• Review and evaluate periodic progress reports of RIC-2D's projects
• Advise RIC-2D's Labs Manager on technical matters related to research labs operation (e.g., new equipment selection).
• Support the DC in technology transfer and industry engagement activities by providing scientific and technical advice and analyses.
• Support media outreach activities to promote the center as a hub of research excellence in G2DM.
• Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, guidance and mentoring as required to enhance the internal capabilities of the designated team and ensure the achievement of established objectives and plans.
• Recommend appropriate training courses for subordinates as per the pre-determined training needs, evaluate their effectiveness, and monitor their results.
• Carry out performance appraisals for subordinates according to planned schedules and recommend necessary actions as per the applied practices.
• Conduct periodic meetings with subordinates to ensure that priorities are clear and workflow is running smoothly.
• Follow-up on employees' administrative affairs such as vacations, leaves and other administrative and related affairs.

QualificationsQualifications - ExternalRequired Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field. Academic qualifications comparable to a Professor in academia
• Recognized as a global leader in the area of G2DM

Required Experience

• PhD + (12+) years' experience in the area of G2DM and proven research record.
• Industrial and translational research experience is highly desirable

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