8 Research Facilities jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are looking for qualified professional to fill out our vacancy for Facilities Operations Manager position for our Cleaning and Building Maintenance Company.

Job Description:

- Over-all daily management of cleaning staff in various locations

- Oversee progress of all cleaning projects and do evaluation report upon job completion

- Prepare weekly duty roster

- Prepares time sheets for payroll, overtime and invoicing purposes

- Prepare quotations and Estimates

- Attend client meetings and do ocular inspection of prospective sites

- Do marketing works, when necessary.

Qualifications:

- Male, preferably Indian or Arabs only.

- Minimum of 3 years Experience in Cleaning and Building Maintenance, preferably in the UAE or Dubai

- with valid UAE driving license an advantage

- Able to communicate well in oral and written English

- Knowledge in Arabic an advantage

- Willing to work extended hours.

- Has the ability to manage and negotiate with staff

Visa, Medical Insurance, Transportation Allowance will be provided by the company for qualified candidate.

About the company:

Almosafer (part of Seera Group) Saudi Arabia’s Leading Travel Company

Elevating the journey for travelers from Saudi Arabia, the region & beyond, while harnessing Seera Group’s 40+ years of expertise, Almosafer supports Saudi Arabia’s vision as a national champion for tourism. Almosafer creates opportunities for outbound, leisure, and religious travel, whilst serving B2C and B2B customers, partners, and suppliers with state-of-the-art travel solutions, a digital-first mindset, and travel advisory.

About the job:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Officer to oversee our facility operations. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing the day-to-day operations of our facilities, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facility management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to effectively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the company’s facilities, including maintenance, security, and housekeeping.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize facility operations and ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Oversee the implementation of health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Monitor expenses, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with other departments to support their facility-related needs and ensure seamless operations.
• Contribute to developing long-term facility management strategies that align with the company’s overall objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in facility management or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in facility management. Knowledge and experience in HVAC systems, support services, maintenance health, and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using facility management software and Microsoft Office suite.

Being you @ Almosafer:

At Almosafer we strongly believe in diversity and equal opportunities for all candidates.

We do not discriminate based on any characteristic and follow fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Join our inclusive work environment.

About the company:

Almosafer (part of Seera Group) Saudi Arabia’s Leading Travel Company

Elevating the journey for travelers from Saudi Arabia, the region & beyond, while harnessing Seera Group’s 40+ years of expertise, Almosafer supports Saudi Arabia’s vision as a national champion for tourism. Almosafer creates opportunities for outbound, leisure, and religious travel, whilst serving B2C and B2B customers, partners, and suppliers with state-of-the-art travel solutions, a digital-first mindset, and travel advisory.

About the job:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Officer to oversee our facility operations. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing the day-to-day operations of our facilities, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facility management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to effectively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the company’s facilities, including maintenance, security, and housekeeping.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize facility operations and ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Oversee the implementation of health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Monitor expenses, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with other departments to support their facility-related needs and ensure seamless operations.
• Contribute to developing long-term facility management strategies that align with the company’s overall objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in facility management or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in facility management. Knowledge and experience in HVAC systems, support services, maintenance health, and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using facility management software and Microsoft Office suite.

Being you @ Almosafer:

At Almosafer we strongly believe in diversity and equal opportunities for all candidates.

We do not discriminate based on any characteristic and follow fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Join our inclusive work environment.

• Evaluate the presence of emerging contaminants (e.g., microplastics, pharmaceuticals) in water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Study the role of infrastructure materials in mobilizing micropollutants, especially in desalination plants and distribution networks.
• Assess and improve treatment and pretreatment technologies, including chemical oxidation and sustainable brine management.
• Investigate smart leak detection, pipe degradation, and distribution system resilience.
• Model climate change impacts on water infrastructure and propose adaptation strategies.
• Develop AI/ML-based monitoring systems and IoT integration for infrastructure management.
• Analyze the co-optimization of water and energy distribution systems.
• Publish research outcomes in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to writing technical reports and grant deliverables.
• Mentor and collaborate with graduate students and junior researchers.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Participate in organizing conferences and workshops.
  

• PhD in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
• Research experience in contaminant assessment, water treatment, and infrastructure systems.
• Proficiency with lab instruments (GC-MS, ICP-MS, SEM, XRD, AFM, BET, etc.) and simulation/modeling tools.
• Demonstrated publication record in high-impact journals and conference proceedings.
• Expertise in emerging pollutants and water distribution systems.
• Strong technical skills in modeling, simulation, and analytical instrumentation.
• Ability to work across interdisciplinary teams and support graduate student mentorship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  

• Interdisciplinary background in smart infrastructure systems, environmental modeling, or the water-energy nexus.
• Experience in climate resilience modeling, smart city infrastructure, or brine treatment design.
• Application of AI and machine learning in water system management.
  

• Interested applicants should fill out this form.
• AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.

This role involves overseeing facility management, ensuring the portfolio adheres to best practices and regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for restructuring the FM team, developing service level agreements (SLAs), key performance indicators (KPIs) and mentoring staff. They will also manage client liaison, maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks and ensure timely completion of routine/jobs dated tasks and responsibilities.

hVIVO are seeking a Principal Scientist (Immunology or Virology) to act as our SME providing consultative advice across multiple projects and throughout the business.

hVIVO conducts human challenge clinical trials. The end goal of our clinical trials is to potentially eradicate common illnesses like the common cold and flu completely – or at least make treatment of them as easy and effective as possible. Volunteers are central to the work that we do. Our studies focus on testing new treatments on real people, in a safe, controlled, clinical environment.

The Principal Scientist will take a lead role in the scientific development of all lab operational staff. Working with line managers, they will develop training plans and materials and deliver study lead/study management training programs.

This is a client-facing role, involving detailed scientific discussions to support clients in the setup of their projects. This includes needing a detailed technical understanding of all lab assays and processes, as well as a detailed understanding of the fields of virology or immunology.

In addition, this role is responsible for analyzing and reporting scientific and strategic risks and options and making recommendations to senior management.

• Provide full Study Management function to include responsibilities of the following for each study assigned:
  • Input into the clinical protocol and compilation of the Analytical Plan
  • Compliance of each study assigned to them as Study management
  • Study risk, timeline, budget, and deliverable and client communication management
  • Coordination of data analysis and study closeout
  • Study Lead Training
  • Information for virus dossier (preclinical)
• Have expert knowledge in the field of virology with excellent working knowledge of all hVIVO current assays as well as a thorough understanding of developments in assay technologies in the wider scientific community
• Expert understanding of the mechanism of action of viral infection and antiviral drugs and vaccines as well as the clinical manifestations of disease
• Expert knowledge of the Viral Challenge Model and clinical study design such that they can advise on the scientific aspects of design both to clients as well as key internal stakeholders involved in the study design process
• Provide technical advice and expertise in clinical study design, in line with client requirements at the early study stage utilizing a thorough understanding of the GCP and regulatory framework governing the conduct of studies
• Managing the study-support processes and delivery from the study-support team
• Oversee the initiation of the study/analytical plans and assign resources for the execution of scientific experiments
• Make recommendations for assay and clinical model development and influence Company scientific strategy in these areas by liaison with hLab leadership team
• Attend initial client meetings and conferences with Business Development as a hVIVO technical expert in virology, viral challenge model, and GMP Virus
• Take responsibility along with Laboratory Operations senior management in developing the proposal and costing potential internal/external studies
• An understanding of the contracts, finance, and scope change process
• Proactively able to identify where the project is required to be conducted outside the scope of the contract and escalate such incidences to senior management
• Promote effective teamwork among project team members and other departments within hLab leadership team and clinical groups so as to meet agreed timelines and budget

1st Degree in relevant scientific subject or equivalent

PhD in relevant scientific subject

Expert Virology or Immunology knowledge as it relates to hVIVO's Viral Challenge Model

Excellent communication and motivational skills

Strong planning and organizational skills

Good working knowledge of GCP labs and ICHGCP standards

Ability to supervise and mentor others and work as part of a team

Prior experience of project management

Prior experience of providing technical support to senior key stakeholders and clients

Prior experience of line management, a Masters Degree in relevant scientific subject and working knowledge of current H&S regulations would also be desirable.

hVIVO are seeking a Principal Scientist (Immunology or Virology) to act as our SME providing consultative advice across multiple projects and throughout the business.

hVIVO conducts human challenge clinical trials. The end goal of our clinical trials is to potentially eradicate common illnesses like the common cold and flu completely – or at least make treatment of them as easy and effective as possible. Volunteers are central to the work that we do. Our studies focus on testing new treatments on real people, in a safe, controlled, clinical environment.

The Principal Scientist will take a lead role in the scientific development of all lab operational staff. Working with line managers, they will develop training plans and materials and deliver study lead/study management training programs.

This is a client-facing role, involving detailed scientific discussions to support clients in the setup of their projects. This includes needing a detailed technical understanding of all lab assays and processes, as well as a detailed understanding of the fields of virology or immunology.

In addition, this role is responsible for analyzing and reporting scientific and strategic risks and options and making recommendations to senior management.

• Provide full Study Management function to include responsibilities of the following for each study assigned:
  • Input into the clinical protocol and compilation of the Analytical Plan
  • Compliance of each study assigned to them as Study management
  • Study risk, timeline, budget, and deliverable and client communication management
  • Coordination of data analysis and study closeout
  • Study Lead Training
  • Information for virus dossier (preclinical)
• Have expert knowledge in the field of virology with excellent working knowledge of all hVIVO current assays as well as a thorough understanding of developments in assay technologies in the wider scientific community
• Expert understanding of the mechanism of action of viral infection and antiviral drugs and vaccines as well as the clinical manifestations of disease
• Expert knowledge of the Viral Challenge Model and clinical study design such that they can advise on the scientific aspects of design both to clients as well as key internal stakeholders involved in the study design process
• Provide technical advice and expertise in clinical study design, in line with client requirements at the early study stage utilizing a thorough understanding of the GCP and regulatory framework governing the conduct of studies
• Managing the study-support processes and delivery from the study-support team
• Oversee the initiation of the study/analytical plans and assign resources for the execution of scientific experiments
• Make recommendations for assay and clinical model development and influence Company scientific strategy in these areas by liaison with hLab leadership team
• Attend initial client meetings and conferences with Business Development as a hVIVO technical expert in virology, viral challenge model, and GMP Virus
• Take responsibility along with Laboratory Operations senior management in developing the proposal and costing potential internal/external studies
• An understanding of the contracts, finance, and scope change process
• Proactively able to identify where the project is required to be conducted outside the scope of the contract and escalate such incidences to senior management
• Promote effective teamwork among project team members and other departments within hLab leadership team and clinical groups so as to meet agreed timelines and budget

1st Degree in relevant scientific subject or equivalent

PhD in relevant scientific subject

Expert Virology or Immunology knowledge as it relates to hVIVO's Viral Challenge Model

Excellent communication and motivational skills

Strong planning and organizational skills

Good working knowledge of GCP labs and ICHGCP standards

Ability to supervise and mentor others and work as part of a team

Prior experience of project management

Prior experience of providing technical support to senior key stakeholders and clients

Prior experience of line management, a Masters Degree in relevant scientific subject and working knowledge of current H&S regulations would also be desirable.