Researcher in Environmental Science
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
Saudi Arabia

The Center for Environment & Marine Studies at KFUPM is seeking qualified researchers to fill a research scientist III position. The potential candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry with experience in Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. Besides, they must utilize that experiment in the environmental monitoring and in the determination of hazardous contaminants such as TPH (Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon), PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon), polychlorinated, and BTEX (benzene, ethylbenzene, and toluene) in water, sediment and biota samples using different analytical instruments such as GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS.

· Perform samples analysis for quantification of different environmental pollutants using the most common analytical techniques GC- FID, GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS.

· Train joiner chemists on the advanced analytical techniques.

· Conduct basic and applied research related to water treatment, analytical method development and environmental monitoring.

· Publish findings in reputable peer reviewed journals.
· Write research proposals.

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. The appointment includes the following benefits according to the university policy.
1. Tax free salary.
2. Free furnished air-conditioned on-campus housing unit with free essential utilities and maintenance.
3. Air ticket/s to Dhahran on appointment.
4. Annual repatriation air ticket/s for family members up to four persons.
5. 30 days of paid vacation.
6. Assistance with local tuition fees for school-aged dependent children.
7. Transportation allowance
8. Free health care at KFUPM Clinic
9. End-of-service gratuity after two (2) years of continuous service.
The KFUPM campus has a range of facilities including a medical and dental clinic, health club with swimming pool, an extensive library, computing, researc

· PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry.

· Has an experience in a research centers similar to the Center for Environment & Marine Studies whose working in the environmental monitoring and in the determination of hazardous contaminants such as TPH (Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon), PAH (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon), polychlorinated, and BTEX (benzene, ethylbenzene, and toluene) in water, sediment and biota samples.

· Experience in Analytical instruments such as GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS.

· Published a good number of articles in reputable journals

· Ability to work with interdisciplinary research groups.

1. Applications are invited for faculty positions as soon as possible at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

2. Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

3. A good track record of research and of handling projects independently.

Director of Talent Acquisition Department
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email: faculty@kfupm.edu.sa
Telephone: +966 13 860-7854
Fax: +966 13 860-2442