Research Assistant/ Associate Professor - Nonlinear Dynamics Research Center

Ajman University; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajman University in the United Arab Emirates invites applications for a full-time research faculty position in Applied Mathematics within the Nonlinear Dynamics Research Center (NDRC). The successful candidate will conduct high-impact research, teach, and pursue external funding.

Responsibilities include research in nonlinear dynamics, fractional calculus, modeling, control theory; supervise graduate research; publish in SCOPUS-indexed journals; organize conferences and engage with industry

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or closely related field from an internationally reputable institution.
• Strong publication record in high-impact SCOPUS-indexed journals with notable h-index and citations.
• Proven experience in teaching and research supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Experience in securing and managing external research grants is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in Nonlinear Dynamics, Fractional Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, and Control Theory.
• Publish in high-impact, SCOPUS-indexed journals and present at conferences.
• Teach and supervise graduate students’ research projects and dissertations.
• Develop and submit competitive research grant proposals and secure external funding.

Skills

English communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research planning

Education

Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or related field

Tools

MATLAB

LaTeX

Mathematica

Maple

Job description

Job Title: Research Assistant/Associate/Professor – Nonlinear Dynamics Research Center.

Job Description

The Nonlinear Dynamics Research Center (NDRC) at Deanship of Research and Graduate Studies invites applications for a full-time research faculty position (Research Assistant/Associate/Professor) in Applied Mathematics for Spring 2026/2027. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct high-impact research, contribute to teaching activities, secure external funding, and actively engage with the university’s academic and professional community.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Publications

• Conduct advanced research in Nonlinear Dynamics, Fractional Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, and Control Theory.
• Publish in high-impact, Scopus-indexed Q1/Q2 journals.
• Participate actively in national and international research conferences.

Teaching & Supervision

• Deliver lectures and workshops in specialized research areas.
• Supervise graduate students’ research projects and dissertations.

Grants & Funding

• Develop and submit competitive research grant proposals.
• Secure external research funding to support ongoing research activities.

Service & Engagement

• Organize and coordinate workshops, seminars, and conferences at both national and international levels.
• Foster collaborations with industry partners, governmental institutions, and academic research centers.
• Actively contribute to the growth and visibility of Ajman University and the NDRC.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• A Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or a closely related field from an internationally reputable institution.
• A strong publication record in high-impact SCOPUS-indexed journals with a notable h-index and citation count.
• Proven experience in teaching and research supervision at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Experience in securing and managing external research grants is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).
• Proficiency in Mathematical software (MATLAB, Mathematica, Maple) and LaTeX.
• Ability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary research projects.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and program development skills.

Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.