Postdoctoral Fellow: Timber Engineering & AI (Dubai)

Uowdubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa and comprehensive medical insurance

25 working days' annual leave

End-of-service benefits

Job summary

A prominent university in Dubai is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to a funded research project on engineered wood. The role involves operational management, conducting mechanical testing, and developing AI models. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Civil Engineering or related fields, experience in laboratory testing, and strong communication skills. Employee benefits include visa and medical insurance, 25 annual leave days, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• PhD (completed or near completion) in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Strong data analysis, methodological, or technical skills appropriate to the discipline.
• Experience working in Dubai or similar regional context.

Responsibilities

• Operational management of the research project, including liaison between partners.
• Planning and leading the fabrication of engineered-wood prototypes.
• Conducting laboratory mechanical testing of engineered-wood prototypes.

Skills

Laboratory testing of construction materials

Data analysis skills

Excellent written communication

Timber engineering experience

FEM techniques experience

AI modelling techniques

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Digital Twins

Finite Element Modelling (FEM)

Job description

A prominent university in Dubai is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to a funded research project on engineered wood. The role involves operational management, conducting mechanical testing, and developing AI models. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Civil Engineering or related fields, experience in laboratory testing, and strong communication skills. Employee benefits include visa and medical insurance, 25 annual leave days, and a supportive work environment.