49 Research Projects jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Date: Mar 10, 2025

Company: Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority

Job Objective: Manage the execution of programs and projects within Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority (ADAA) including but not limited to providing support to the execution of projects and initiatives, monitoring project execution, and reporting progress of projects and initiatives as per the approved strategic plan, to ensure effective and efficient execution of ADAA strategies and operations.

• A. Strategy and Planning:
  • Develop and manage the implementation and update of the section related policy, procedures manual, delegation of authority, systems user manuals and standard forms, and ensure compliance across the Authority and alignment with ADAA’s overall policies and procedures.
  • Develop and manage the implementation, and update of the section’s strategic, budget and procurement, and operational plans ensuring alignment with the department and sector’s strategy and objectives, and ADAA’s mission and vision.
  • Ensure effective cascading of the department and sector’s strategy and objectives, and ADAA’s mission and vision into the section’s strategic, budget and procurement, and operational plans to achieve ADAA’s overall objectives.
  • Develop the section’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in line with ADAA’s overall objectives and ensure individual KPIs are met to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• B. Operations:
  • Manage and lead the planning and development of projects, research and initiatives to support ADAA’s overall objectives.
  • Manage and lead the development of a project plan to support the efficient execution of programs and projects.
  • Manage and lead in communicating with relevant organizational units regarding project needs and status.
  • Manage and lead the development of an integrated methodology for project management.
  • Develop and review the guidelines and criteria to measure projects status as per the agreed timeframe.
  • Manage and lead in the identification of potential project risks and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
  • Manage and lead internal awareness campaigns and workshops to cascade strategic and operational projects and initiatives throughout ADAA’s organizational units.
  • Manage and lead periodic review of the Corporate Performance Management Cycle by organizing meetings with ADAA’s organizational units to monitor and follow up the execution of the projects and initiatives.
  • Manage and lead the preparation of ADAA strategic and operational performance reports related to projects and initiatives in accordance with the approved plan for review and submission.
  • Manage and lead the analysis of projects performance, identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions in cooperation with ADAA’s organizational units; as well as in monitoring and following up of the implementation of corrective actions in order to reflect progress on the strategic and operational performance reports.
  • Support ADAA’s organizational units’ strategic and operational initiatives and assist in monitoring progress to ensure completion of projects as per the agreed timeframe.
  • Manage and lead research studies related to ADAA mandate that will support the execution of the strategy.
• C. Talent Management and Development:
  • Manage the effective achievement of assigned section operational goals through effective leadership by setting individual objectives, managing performance within the section, and developing and motivating the team to maximize performance.
  • Monitor a section’s training plan to ensure that the team attends all trainings and development activities required for the role for continuous performance improvements.
  • Conduct performance evaluation of subordinates against KPIs by monitoring individual performance, reviewing progress reports, recommending corrective actions and providing overall assessment to support the achievement of ADAA’s overall objectives.
  • Manage team workload within the section through the appropriate delegation of work.
  • Motivate subordinates, especially focusing on developing capabilities of UAE National employees, to develop a motivated and high-performance team.
• D. Corporate:
  • Ensure employee adherence and compliance with all ADAA corporate policies, procedures and guidelines (HR, IT, Procurement, Finance, Health and Safety etc.) within the assigned section.
  • Manage and review section’s related correspondence such as e-mails, memos, and letters to ensure professionalism, completeness and accuracy of information.
  • Manage the retention, documentation, preservation, and archive of section’s related physical and electronic records in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
  • Manage any section related queries and ensure that required response and support are provided to relevant ADAA’s organizational units and employees as and when required.
  • Ensure relevant technologies used within ADAA are utilized by employees in order to optimize work efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with ADAA’s values, Code of Business Conduct and ethics at all times to support the establishment of a value driven culture within the Authority.
  • Ensure the implementation of the relevant health and safety legislation, policies and procedures, in the performance of duties within the assigned section.
  • Lead the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.
  • Ensure that all reports are prepared accurately, submitted timely and meet ADAA requirements and quality standards.
• E. General:
  • The level of performance should reflect the academic qualification, type of courses in the field of specialization, employee job level, and the level of productivity.
  • The academic and professional certificates required and approved by ADAA should be acquired within the period specified and based on the employee’s Individual Development Plan.
  • Perform the task and responsibilities independently unless an approval or directive was obtained to delegate the task to other employees in case of incapability to perform the tasks and responsibilities.
  • Ensure teamwork, collaboration, and dedication in performing duties.
  • Showcase a strong leadership to the team members.
  • Knowledge and awareness about the capabilities of the subordinates and showcase a strong knowledge in the field of specialization.
  • Provide the required support and guidance to the subordinates.
  • Take responsibility of the decisions made.

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• 10 – 12+ years of relevant experience in managing projects (strategic and operational) with preferably 6 years in supervisory role.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Master’s degree in relevant field is preferred.
• Leadership ILM level 5 is preferred.
• RMP certificate (Risk Management Professional) is preferred.

Posted Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM

About Us

GRIFFCO Foods results from the strategic partnership between two companies Griffith foods and IFFCO that are purely driven by purpose and over 100 years of a solid family-based culture. It combines Griffith Food’s global reach, innovation expertise and core capabilities with IFFCO’s deep-rooted heritage and outstanding infrastructure in the region.

GRIFFCO Foods is the only food service partner that provides you with expert, sustainable food solutions with extreme agility for businesses that desire insight oriented, culinary inspired innovation across the GCC, the Levant region, Egypt and Pakistan because they need the support of a global agile product development partner to keep them future ready in an era of fast changing trends and preferences.

Our Purpose At GRIFFCO Foods our purpose defines who we are, what we do, and why we exist, highlighting what makes us distinct and authentic in the marketplace. GRIFFCO Foods exists to collaboratively create best-in-class sustainable products and solutions that are globally local, harnessing centuries of product development expertise with the speed, agility, and precision required to deliver future-ready innovation

Join Our Family When you join GRIFFCO Foods, you are not only joining our family, you are joining a community of change-makers. At GRIFFCO Foods, you are encouraged and empowered to make meaningful contributions and discover innovative solutions.

GRIFFCO Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicant because of the following actual or perceived characteristic: race, colour, religion, gender identity, age national origin, physical and mental disability. Equal opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefits programs, trainings, promotion, transfer, layoff, recall and termination.

Major Duties &Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of the product pipeline with current and future customers, understanding their needs and challenges creating solutions that drive mutual value.
• Grow and transform the product portfolio meeting nutrition and sustainability criteria
• ‘Hands on’ development of products with customers.
• Build a fully engaged local R&D team with standalone, fit for Purpose Food science and R&D capabilities incl but not exclusive to raw materials, culinary center and pilot scale assets.
• Unlock value through our existing regional and global portfolio of products (lifting and launching.)
• Support the end to end creation of value streams in the key markets
• Build and leverage a strong network of partners across the specified region and globe, utilizing Griffith Foods internal networks, existing external partners and creating new ones in an ecosystem approach.
• Understand the regulatory constraints and engage with internal and external partners to manage compliance.
• Support the set-up of manufacturing and co-manufacturing in the selected countries

Problem Solving/Decision Making:

• Working in a highly ambiguous environment, creative problem solver, capable of navigating complex challenges.
• Works with independence, exercising ingenuity and judgement in the approach to and accomplishment of tasks.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum Degree in Food Science/Technology, Chemistry or similar.
• Proven management and leadership experience at senior level.
• Language: English is a must
• Experience in technical development of savoury products, including protein and snacks.
• Experience of working in country and internationally.
• Current awareness of local and global flavour trends, culinary trends, and new technology in food applications;
• People Leadership and team development, remote Line management would be a benefit.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• A creative problem solver across the value chain (from raw materials to customer scale up)
• End to end product leadership, from culinary through to scale up (manufacture).
• High level learning agility
• Drive for results
• Dealing with ambiguity.
• Business acumen
• Ideally with B to B or food service experience.
• Priority setting
• Project management
• Benchtop development, with an eagerness and proven ability to be hands on.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

In carrying out our commitment to equal employment opportunity, Griffith Foods will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship, safety, and/or health risk. Applicants and employees requiring reasonable accommodations must notify Human Resources.

Posted Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM

About Us

GRIFFCO Foods results from the strategic partnership between two companies Griffith foods and IFFCO that are purely driven by purpose and over 100 years of a solid family-based culture. It combines Griffith Food’s global reach, innovation expertise and core capabilities with IFFCO’s deep-rooted heritage and outstanding infrastructure in the region.

GRIFFCO Foods is the only food service partner that provides you with expert, sustainable food solutions with extreme agility for businesses that desire insight oriented, culinary inspired innovation across the GCC, the Levant region, Egypt and Pakistan because they need the support of a global agile product development partner to keep them future ready in an era of fast changing trends and preferences.

Our Purpose
At GRIFFCO Foods our purpose defines who we are, what we do, and why we exist, highlighting what makes us distinct and authentic in the marketplace. GRIFFCO Foods exists to collaboratively create best-in-class sustainable products and solutions that are globally local, harnessing centuries of product development expertise with the speed, agility, and precision required to deliver future-ready innovation

Join Our Family
When you join GRIFFCO Foods, you are not only joining our family, you are joining a community of change-makers. At GRIFFCO Foods, you are encouraged and empowered to make meaningful contributions and discover innovative solutions.

GRIFFCO Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicant because of the following actual or perceived characteristic: race, colour, religion, gender identity, age national origin, physical and mental disability. Equal opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefits programs, trainings, promotion, transfer, layoff, recall and termination.

Major Duties &Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of the product pipeline with current and future customers, understanding their needs and challenges creating solutions that drive mutual value.
• Grow and transform the product portfolio meeting nutrition and sustainability criteria
• ‘Hands on’ development of products with customers.
• Build a fully engaged local R&D team with standalone, fit for Purpose Food science and R&D capabilities incl but not exclusive to raw materials, culinary center and pilot scale assets.
• Unlock value through our existing regional and global portfolio of products (lifting and launching.)
• Support the end to end creation of value streams in the key markets
• Build and leverage a strong network of partners across the specified region and globe, utilizing Griffith Foods internal networks, existing external partners and creating new ones in an ecosystem approach.
• Understand the regulatory constraints and engage with internal and external partners to manage compliance.
• Support the set-up of manufacturing and co-manufacturing in the selected countries

Problem Solving/Decision Making:

• Working in a highly ambiguous environment, creative problem solver, capable of navigating complex challenges.
• Works with independence, exercising ingenuity and judgement in the approach to and accomplishment of tasks.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum Degree in Food Science/Technology, Chemistry or similar.
• Proven management and leadership experience at senior level.
• Language: English is a must
• Experience in technical development of savoury products, including protein and snacks.
• Experience of working in country and internationally.
• Current awareness of local and global flavour trends, culinary trends, and new technology in food applications;
• People Leadership and team development, remote Line management would be a benefit.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• A creative problem solver across the value chain (from raw materials to customer scale up)
• End to end product leadership, from culinary through to scale up (manufacture).
• High level learning agility
• Drive for results
• Dealing with ambiguity.
• Business acumen
• Ideally with B to B or food service experience.
• Priority setting
• Project management
• Benchtop development, with an eagerness and proven ability to be hands on.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspect of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

In carrying out our commitment to equal employment opportunity, Griffith Foods will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship, safety, and/or health risk. Applicants and employees requiring reasonable accommodations must notify Human Resources.

Lead Innovation in the Pastry Industry

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced R&D Manager to lead our research and development team in creating innovative products that meet market trends and customer needs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing R&D strategies, overseeing product testing, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline product development processes, analyze market data and competitor products to identify opportunities for product improvement, and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.

You will also provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

• Developing and Implementing R&D Strategies:
• Conduct market research to identify trends and customer needs.
• Develop and implement R&D strategies to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective product development.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A degree in a relevant scientific, engineering, or technical field.
• Demonstrated experience in research and development within the FMCG sector.
• Strong knowledge of product development processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration and reporting purposes.

Benefits:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of our organization. As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work on exciting projects and develop your skills and expertise.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.

Home / Careers / Research and Development Laboratory Technician

Qemtex is looking for a dedicated Research and Development Laboratory Technician to join our R&D team in Dubai. The role involves preparing high-quality samples according to the formulas provided by our R&D chemists and conducting all necessary performance tests for the prepared powder samples.

• Prepare powder samples that meet the required standards based on the formulas written by R&D chemists.
• Perform color matching according to RAL, Pantone, and other custom color specifications.
• Operate lab equipment, including grinders, extruders, mixers, dry-blenders, bonding machines, and other characterization tools.
• Plan and coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive maintenance and lab equipment repair.
• Follow all safety guidelines and use personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards for new formulas.
• Maintain detailed records of coatings, batches, and work orders.
• Document any deviations or issues related to standard procedures for all formulas.
• Coordinate with engineers, production and quality control technicians, painters, assemblers, and supervisors on projects.
• Communicate effectively regarding the status of R&D projects and any issues related to the designed formulas.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to continuously enhance skills.
• Analyze competitor samples and prepare detailed reports.
• Handle customer complaints by providing technical support to the quality control team.
• Perform COA analyses, long-term test analyses, and all powder-related analyses, such as particle size distribution (PSD).
• Conduct tests using differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), pill flow, and gel time measurements.
• Manage raw material studies, follow up on long-term tests, and prepare reports on raw materials.
• Write scale-up reports for new raw materials and critical formulas.

• Proven experience in a laboratory environment focused on research and development.
• Proficiency in operating laboratory equipment and performing sample performance tests.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations in a laboratory setting.

Director of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Research Center

The American University of Sharjah invites applications for a full-time Director position in the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (AISR) Research Center.

• The successful candidate will have a specialization in a relevant field of Artificial Intelligence and hold a faculty appointment in one of the relevant departments.
• The Director will oversee administrative operations, including resource allocation, staff supervision, and policy development.
• The Director may be expected to teach courses in their area of expertise and contribute to curriculum development in relevant programs.

About AISR:

• AISR builds on AUS's strong interdisciplinary foundation across its colleges.
• The center tackles complex challenges through transformative research, focusing on areas like machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, robotics and autonomous systems, and ethics related to these topics.

Responsibilities:

• Driving high-quality, interdisciplinary research and securing external funding.
• Fostering strategic partnerships with leading academic and industry stakeholders.
• Mentoring faculty and students to strengthen the center's research and educational ecosystem.
• Ensuring an environment of operational efficiency and excellence.

Requirements:

• A PhD or equivalent in a directly relevant discipline like Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related fields.
• A record of excellent academic and research leadership, ideally with significant administrative experience in managing interdisciplinary research centers or academic units.
• Demonstrated deep expertise in securing competitive research grants, managing multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to high-impact journals in fields such as artificial intelligence and robotics.

Employment: Contractual
Duration: 3 months (extendable subject to Business requirement)
Location: On-site, Dubai

Key Responsibilities:

• Requirement Gathering (Functional & Technical)
• Monitor project workstreams against scope & plan.
• Participate in workshops/brainstorming sessions during approach & planning discussions and provide inputs.
• Vendor response analysis
• Documentation of as is to future process
• Data Analysis
• Communication and collaboration - Prepare and provide weekly/fortnightly/monthly progress update to program stakeholders including the project team members, covering program plan, key activities completed, upcoming activities, key risks and issues with mitigations and resolutions.
• Market Analysis – due diligence for specific trend, industry norms and future strategies in coordination with workstream leads.
• Coordination and collaboratively working with multiple stakeholders
• Project planning – Including but not limited to project timelines, risk, mitigations, updates to management.
• Scheduling – Multiple sessions scheduling during program journey including but not limited to various MS teams calls and in-person sessions between teams/stakeholders.
• Stakeholder communication – Follow up with internal stakeholders on assigned task and take it to closure
• Meeting co-ordination and leading/driving these sessions end to end.
• Documentation of activities under program governance
• Task Management with defined timelines and timely escalation management.
• Progress Tracking / Risk Management
• Quality checks
• Budget Tracking & Management including preparation of cost memos, budgeting sheets tracking/updating and publishing reports.
• Vendors invoice payments
• Vendor coordination

Expected Requirements: 5 – 7 years of experience in Project Management

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 3 months

Access Talent Group are supporting the largest Oil and Gas operator in the world on a new mega project, with a value of over $10 Billion dollars, based in Dubai on a contract basis.

In this role, you will be working as a PMC leading and managing the engineering contractor on behalf of the client for your given discipline. You will be responsible for:

1. The Scope of Work
2. The International applicable standards
3. The Quality of the Engineering Design
4. Optimization of Project Design to optimize the Operational cost & Maintenance cost
5. The Appropriate equipment manufacturing
6. The Project Engineering and Purchasing Schedule

Educational & Technical Requirements:

• Minimum 15 years of experience on Oil and Gas projects
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Strong understanding of international codes and standards
• Fluent in English, speaking, reading, and writing

The disciplines available in this position are as follows:

• Process Engineer
• Scheduler

If you meet the requirements above and are interested in a new role, please apply with your most up-to-date CV.

The ideal candidate should possess a robust background in Civil Engineering and Architecture, with at least 7 years of experience as a Senior Project Director or Chief Project Engineer in Dubai.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee subcontractors to ensure timely project completion
• Experience working with suppliers across various trades, both locally and through imports
• In-depth knowledge of the Dubai Building Code and related regulatory standards
• Successfully completed projects under G+unlimited license within a development organization

Requirements:

• Education in Civil Engineering and Architecture
• Holder of an Engineer Card/License with G+unlimited certification in Dubai
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a real estate development company
• At least 3 years of experience in a construction contracting company
• Completed no less than 2 projects in Dubai under a general contracting company holding G+unlimited license
• Experience working with authorities such as Nakheel, Trakheesi, DDA, DLD, and other regulatory bodies

About Our Organization:

Our organization values expertise and innovation, offering opportunities for growth and professional development in a dynamic work environment.