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The Petroleum Institute is seeking a Physics Laboratory Technician to support teachers working in its Advanced University Placement program beginning in the Fall 2010 semester.
Position Description: The main role of the technician is the preparation of materials to be used by students in the teaching laboratory, and assist in the instruction of the students in the proper and safe use of the laboratory equipment. The technician will also assist in the ordering of supplies, maintaining laboratory equipment and carrying out simple repairs.
Qualifications: Applicants should have: good writing and communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team and the ability to carry out administrative, management and instruction tasks associated with a teaching laboratory. Practical knowledge of computers and standard software packages (Word, Excel and Access) is important. As the language of instruction at the Petroleum Institute is English, the Laboratory Technician must be proficient in both spoken and written English. Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage, but is not required.
The successful candidate should have a Bachelors level degree in Physics. Foreign applicants who are currently working in the UAE must be in possession of a transferable visa.
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is a modern city with a population of almost a million. Abu Dhabi has direct air links to most major cities in the world. Theatres, an international film series, art exhibitions, and music concerts provide ample cultural opportunities. Although founded just 37 years ago, the Emirates is one of the most rapidly developing nations on earth. Citizens comprise a moderate Muslim society in which freedom of religion prevails and women are respected and free to dress in western clothes.
Salary/Benefits: The total compensation package includes a tax-free 12-month base salary, and a benefits allowance that covers relocation, housing, initial furnishings, utilities; transportation (automobile purchase loan), health insurance, end-of-service benefit and annual leave travel. Applicants must be in excellent health and will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination.
To Apply: Interested candidates should submit all materials online at http://www.pi.ac.ae/jobs. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until successful candidates are selected. Only short-listed applicants will be notified.
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