The company invites applications for a Research Assistant Fellow position to support the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA), the UAE Space Agency’s flagship deep-space mission running through 2035. The selected Fellow will directly contribute to advancing the UAE’s scientific and strategic goals in planetary exploration. This position provides hands-on experience in planetary research, data analysis, and participation in active mission-operations teams within an international, multidisciplinary environment.
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Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates (On-site)
Work Conditions: Full-time paid research position for up to 3 years
What The Program Offers:
- Mentorship by internationally recognized faculty members
- Professional development and academic training opportunities
- Participation in active UAE Space Agency mission operations
- Exposure to interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects
- Support in preparing for graduate school applications
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research and data analysis related to EMA’s scientific objectives, in close collaboration with the mission team in the UAE and international partners
- Support the development of laboratory experiments and numerical modeling relevant to asteroids and deep-space environments
- Assist with mission-related operations, including coordination with UAE Space Agency partners and participation in team meetings
- Engage in capability development through scientific writing, conference participation, and public outreach efforts to promote the UAE’s leadership in planetary science
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, Planetary Science, Geology, Engineering, or a closely related field
- Strong analytical skills and ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated interest in planetary exploration, deep-space missions, and national capability building
- Prior research or laboratory experience is desirable but not required
Application Requirements:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of interest (1 page outlining motivation and research interests)
- Transcript(s) of degree(s)
- Two letters of recommendation / Contact information of academic referees
Language Requirements: UAE nationals are encouraged to apply. (Specific language requirements were not detailed in the posting.)
Contact Information for Queries: [email protected] (please allow 5 working days for a response)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in its recruitment and hiring process. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
