Research Assistant
Role Overview
UAEU invites applications for a Research Assistant on a joint project with Sultan Qaboos University.
The project studies how Arabic children’s literature can promote health literacy, nutrition, hygiene, and physical activity among primary-school students in the UAE and Oman.
The project uses interdisciplinary research, school-based fieldwork, curriculum development, and academic publication.
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Project overview
UAEU invites applications for a Research Assistant on a joint project with Sultan Qaboos University.
The project studies how Arabic children’s literature can promote health literacy, nutrition, hygiene, and physical activity among primary-school students in the UAE and Oman.
The project uses interdisciplinary research, school-based fieldwork, curriculum development, and academic publication.
Project work
- Contribute to literature and content analysis, data collection, and data analysis.
- Participate in school-based research activities.
- Contribute to curriculum development.
- Prepare research reports and write and publish peer-reviewed academic papers.
Qualifications and skills
- The minimum qualification field lists an MA.
- The description also says applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline, while separately listing a PhD as preferred.
- Applicants should have a record of research and academic publishing in English and strong academic writing and communication skills.
- Strong research and organizational abilities and effective collaboration in an interdisciplinary, international team are expected.
- Children’s literature, primary or elementary education, health education, curriculum studies, or a related specialization is preferred.
- Arabic proficiency is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage is included.
Application deadline
- The listed closing date is 31 October 2026.
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