Senior Researcher – Geology & Petroleum Engineering

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air-conditioned on-campus housing

Air tickets upon appointment

Annual repatriation air tickets

Tuition support for children

30 days annual leave

Medical insurance

End-of-service gratuity

Relocation allowance

Job summary

KFUPM in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Research Assistant/Associate/Full Professor to lead multidisciplinary research in geology, petroleum engineering, remote sensing, and computational physics/chemistry.

The role emphasizes independent project leadership, strong publication records, and collaboration with Saudi Aramco and industry partners; a PhD is required and English proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in natural, physical, or environmental sciences or Environmental Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of research experience after completing the Ph.D.
• Good track record in handling projects independently.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Good command of English in writing and speaking with good presentation skills.
• Technical report writing skills.
• Knowledge in the application of modern statistical marine ecological packages.

Responsibilities

• The candidate is expected to lead multidisciplinary projects at the planning, developing and implementing phases. He should have strong background in the field of expertise.

Skills

Research experience

English proficiency

Publication record

Technical report writing

Statistical packages knowledge

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD)

Job description

KFUPM in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Research Assistant/Associate/Full Professor to lead multidisciplinary research in geology, petroleum engineering, remote sensing, and computational physics/chemistry.

The role emphasizes independent project leadership, strong publication records, and collaboration with Saudi Aramco and industry partners; a PhD is required and English proficiency is essential.