Path 1 Kawader: Research Assistant – Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA)

Overview

Kawader Research Assistant Fellow

UAE Space Agency

What The Program Offers

• Full-time paid research position for up to 3 years.
• Mentorship by internationally recognized NYUAD 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.
• This position is supervised by

Prof. Andrea Macciò

• and
• Dr.
• Dimitra Atri.
• 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.
• CV
• Statement of interest (1 page outlining motivation and research interests)
• Transcript(s) of degree(s)
• Two letters of recommendation / Contact information of academic referees
• UAE nationals are encouraged to apply
• This position is under the NYUAD Kawader program, for details regarding the program, open dates, specific program requirements, and FAQ's please refer to our NYUAD Kawader webpage: https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/postdoctoral-and-research/kawader-research-assistantship-program.html
• For further information or questions regarding the position/program please contact nyuad.kawader@nyu.edu (due to the high volume of emails received, please allow 5 working days for a response)

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