Research Affairs Specialist (Qatarization)

About University of Doha for Science and Technology

The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) is Qatar's pioneering applied university offering a variety of applied Bachelor's and Master's degrees alongside certifications and diplomas across multiple disciplines. With a comprehensive portfolio exceeding 50 programs in engineering technology, industrial trades, business management, IT, health sciences, and continuing education, UDST serves over 7,000 students with a faculty of more than 600 professionals. The university emphasizes student-focused learning enhanced by modern facilities and integrates innovative technology into its pedagogy to cultivate graduates ready to support Qatar's National Vision 2030 through applied knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves end-to-end management of grant applications from submission through to completion, fostering sponsorship initiatives within the university. Primary duties include supporting faculty in developing, reviewing, and submitting proposals ensuring compliance with internal policies; collaborating with the Applied Research and Innovation Academic Manager on grant submissions, budgeting, and payment tracking; and acting as intermediary among faculty, funding agencies, and governmental bodies to oversee and update sponsorship agreements. Responsibilities also encompass coordinating proposal requirements with internal and external contributors, providing feedback for proposal improvement, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory and institutional guidelines, maintaining up-to-date databases and records on awards, and preparing financial reconciliations for audits. The specialist will engage in promoting research initiatives, monitoring proposal statuses, advising Principal Investigators on procedural deadlines, researching best practices to develop training tools, budgeting for institutional commitments, and disseminating knowledge on funding policies. Participation in meetings, workshops, and miscellaneous tasks as necessary will also be expected.

Qualifications and Requirements

The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, with preference given to those possessing a Master’s degree. A minimum of five years experience in research administration, grant handling, budget development, or grant writing is essential. Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic is mandatory to fulfill role requirements.