Research Assistant.8800418

Research Assistant
About Khalifa University
Khalifa University is ranked 181st in the QS World University Rankings 2023, and the top University in the UAE, with a range of research and academic programs designed to address the entire range of strategic, scientific and industrial challenges facing our rapidly evolving world.
Its world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities provide an unparalleled learning experience to students from the UAE and around the world. Our research and academic activities cover a broad range of disciplines in engineering, science and medicine through our three colleges.
Khalifa University’s research relates to key focus sectors of relevance to the UAE’s strategic economic growth and the technology platforms that serve as foundations for these sectors. The University’s research priorities are addressed in two categories — “verticals” and “horizontals” — which jointly cover specific industry and sector needs, technical platforms and expertise.
KU’s focus sectors are Clean and Renewable Energy, Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production, Water and Environment, Healthcare, Aerospace, and Supply Chain and Logistics. Research in these sectors is enhanced by our research platforms of Robotics, AI and Data Science, Information and Communication Technologies, and Advanced Materials and Manufacturing as well as Fundamental Sciences.
Position Overview
KU is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to work on the development of tissue models of colorectal cancer. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in a collaborative and innovative environment. As part of the project, the researcher will have access to state-of-the-art research equipment and facilities at the Department of Physics and will get an opportunity to work alongside researchers and graduate students from various backgrounds as part of a wider team.
Position Requirements
· Cell cultures & relevant cell handling practices
· Microfluidic fabrication
· Immunofluorescence microscopy
· Adhere to the Universitys information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly.
· Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager