Position Summary:

Built Environment Lab (BE Lab) at the Interior Department of Prince Sultan University seeks a full-time Senior Research Assistant to contribute to the research output and activities of the lab. The Senior Research Assistant will actively support the Lab leader and members and help drive the efforts to grow their research output and impact. The Senior Research Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting ongoing research projects and contributing to developing innovative architectural research in sustainability in alignment with the Saudi National Vision 2030. It is an excellent opportunity to work closely with leading experts in the field and expand research collaboration locally and internationally.

Job Description

Research Support:

• Constantly assist the BE Lab team in conducting literature reviews and data collection, analysis, and interpretation finalized to several publications in high-ranking journals (Q1 or Q2).
• Collect and produce relevant resources on innovative research projects and experiments in sustainable architecture, innovative technologies in sustainable reuse, and future sustainable growth of global cities.
• Collaborate with lab members on research projects and prototype development.

Research task and management:

• Produce, collect, organize, and maintain research data, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Use relevant software tools for data analysis and visualization, generate data results and summaries of research findings, including architectural design tasks, drawings layout, and digital representations.
• Utilize software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp as needed.

Documentation:

• Prepare written reports, presentations, and documentation of research findings for research publications.
• Publish in top-ranked journals.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and grant proposals.
• Apply for/attract research grants.
• Conduct national, regional, and international research cooperation, collaborating locally and internationally.
• Deliver seminars and workshop training.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with lab members, faculty, and other researchers.
• Participate in BE Lab meetings, discussions, and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Submit an Annual Report for the BE Lab activities and achievements.

Required Qualifications

1. Ph.D. holder with the rank of assistant professor or research professor in Interior, Interior Architecture, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
2. At least five years after receiving a Ph.D. degree, alongside research experience.
3. H-index above 5 and a good number of citations.
4. Must have at least published 3 journal research papers in the last year.
5. Post-doc scholar who has recently held a Ph.D. (last 2 years).
6. Must have at least 4 publications, including 2-3 good quality journals.
7. Conduct research after the completion of Ph.D. in a Research Lab

Additional interests and skills

• Strong interest in the built environment and sustainable interior architectural research and design.
• Proficiency in design and analysis software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a research team.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and relevant portfolio or work samples to idrecruitment_cw@psu.edu.sa by 30 November 2023. Please write this code in the SUBJECT of your email: PSU2023BELAB.

To have full consideration provide the Department recruitment committee with the following materials:

1. One-page cover letter which explains the interest in the position and research interests.
2. Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications.
3. Degree certificates (BSc, MSc and PhD).
4. Academic transcripts (BSc, MSc, and PhD).
5. Scientific Experience (Experience Certificates/ Letter of Appointment).6. Training Courses (Attended Courses, Workshops …etc.).
6. Portfolio of research and professional work.
7. Two professional references with names and email addresses.
8. Research agenda (max 1000 words).
9. Sample of 4 recently published papers in relevant journals (Scopus, ISI, etc.)

Consistent with current cultural norms in Saudi Arabia, female students, faculty, and administration are segregated from their male counterparts in all aspects of the programs. Prince Sultan University welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply - Open to female candidates only.