University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is the first national applied University in the State of Qatar, offering applied Bachelors and Master’s degrees in addition to certificates and diplomas in various fields. UDST has over 50 programs in the fields of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Business Management, Computing and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Continuing and Professional Education and more.

With more than 600 staff and over 7,000 students, UDST is the destination for top-notch applied and experiential learning. The University is recognized for its student-centered learning and state-of-the-art facilities. Our faculty are committed to delivering pedagogically-sound learning experiences with incorporation of innovative technological interventions, to further enhance students’ skills and help develop talented graduates that can effectively contribute to a knowledge-based economy and make Qatar’s National Vision 2030 a reality.

Your Commitment

Reporting to the President, The Director of Applied Research, Innovation and Economic Development will manage applied research initiatives in a range of disciplines of direct relevance to solving issues of concern to industry, government and society, thereby contributing to the social and economic growth of the state of Qatar.

Strategic

Successful Candidate will:

• Support AVP, Academic in the formulation of UDST's strategy.
• Lead the development and implementation of the ARI & ED's business plan in alignment with UDST's strategy through its initiatives and projects.
• Coordinate, oversee and manage business planning, project development and innovation and technology transfer research initiatives at UDST.
• Accountable for identifying various sources of research funding and work on strategies to obtain such funds and support the UDST research community.

Operational

Successful Candidate will:

• Act as a liaison between the UDST research community and Qatar's government, industry and other sectors to foster relationships that innovatively problem solve for local community and industry.
• Promote UDST student involvement in research activities through the use of applied research as a vehicle for developing student research skills and workplace readiness.
• Administer research projects and contracts to ensure fiscal responsibility and timely and accurate delivery of results.
• Communicate the accomplishments of applied research activities at UDST through seminars, publications and news.
• Plan, coordinate, develop and document the applied research activities of employees and students at UDSJ.
• Manage the organization and vetting of research proposals and allocation of Applied Research funds in line with relevant policies and procedures.
• Assist researchers in preparing and managing budgets and liaise with external funding agencies to promote research funding opportunities to student and employee researchers.
• Develop partnerships with appropriate industry, business, agency, and government representatives in collaboration with the UDST's Committees and Schools to promote the generation of UDST applied research initiatives.

People Management

Successful Candidate will:

• Provide professional development support and perform periodic performance reviews for direct subordinates (if applicable) based on UDST's Employee Performance Management framework to ensure continual high performance of employees in alignment with UDST's mission and mandate.
• Contribute to the development of workforce plans for the ARI -in collaboration with Human Capital and AVP, Academic.
• Contribute to the development of employees through identifying appropriate learning and development opportunities in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital.
• Contribute to the recruitment of talent within the ARI&ED in collaboration with AVP, Academic and Human Capital and ensure that all minimum qualifications, skills and experience are achieved.

Education and Certifications:

Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is required

An earned doctorate, awarded from an accredited institution in an appropriate field such as Engineering, Business, or Health Sciences is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar leadership position, at a university or college campus undergoing rapid growth and development.

Minimum 5 years in managerial position is preferred

Distinguished record of applied research and has a reasonable list of publications appeared in international recognized journal.

Language

Fluency in written and spoken English language is required

Fluency in written and spoken Arabic language is preferred.

Other Required Skills

Highly detail-oriented and Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving individual with exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive can-do attitude to work and good time management is essential. The candidate should have the ability to anticipate change and effectively manage quality and risk at all times. Leadership competencies in Decision Making, Strategic Planning and Alignment, Financial Management, Managing for Value, Change and Management is required. A commitment to effective working relationships across all levels of the organizations is required. A commitment to ongoing training and continuous professional development is desirable.