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Role: Economics Researcher (Remote) Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere) Job Type: Full-Time Payout: $400K - $800K/yr<br>Role Overview:We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking a Member of Technical Staff, Economics Research to work on a full-time basis. The role involves conducting rigorous economic analysis to inform strategic decisions and model development. The position requires applying advanced quantitative methods to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.<br>Key Responsibilities:• Design and implement economic models to evaluate market trends, pricing strategies, and competitive dynamics• Develop and validate statistical and econometric models using large-scale datasets• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate economic insights into actionable business strategies• Publish research findings in technical reports and present insights to stakeholders• Stay current with advancements in economic theory, computational methods, and industry best practices<br>Required Skills & Qualifications:• Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Python, or Stata for data analysis and modeling• Strong foundation in econometrics, time-series analysis, and quantitative research methods• Experience with large datasets and proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation• Ability to interpret economic data and derive actionable insights from complex analyses• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting technical findings to non-technical audiences<br>More About the Opportunity:This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Technology, Information and Internet industry, contributing to high-impact economic research that shapes business decisions. The position is fully remote, allowing for location flexibility while collaborating with a distributed team of experts.<br>Equal Opportunity Employer:We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.<br>Apply Now!

Role: Electrical Engineering Professor Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere) Job Type: Contract Payout: $40 - $130/hour<br>Role Overview:We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking an Electrical Engineering Professor to work on a contract basis. The role involves teaching and advising students in electrical engineering programs, developing and delivering course content, and contributing to academic research initiatives. The professor will mentor students in both theoretical and practical aspects of electrical engineering.<br>Key Responsibilities:• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in electrical engineering, including circuit design, power systems, and embedded systems.• Develop and update curriculum materials, including lectures, labs, and assignments aligned with industry standards.• Mentor students through research projects, theses, and capstone design courses.• Evaluate student performance through exams, projects, and participatory assessments.• Collaborate with academic and industry partners to integrate practical applications into coursework.<br>Required Skills & Qualifications:• PhD in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with at least 3 years of teaching experience at the university level.• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and assessment for electrical engineering courses.• Experience mentoring students in research projects, theses, or applied engineering projects.• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, including analog/digital circuits, control systems, and power electronics.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for teaching complex technical concepts.<br>More About the Opportunity:This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Education industry, contributing to the advancement of electrical engineering education and research. The position supports flexible scheduling and remote delivery of coursework.<br>Equal Opportunity Employer:We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.<br>Apply Now!

Private Wealth & Investment Executive<br>Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEEmployment: Full-time Reporting to: Private Owner<br>We are seeking an analytical, proactive, and trustworthy executive to support the growth of a private wealth portfolio through investment research, financial analysis, and disciplined follow-up. The portfolio includes approximately 40 properties in the UAE. The primary objective is to identify and evaluate opportunities to grow wealth, improve investment income, and use available funds efficiently while keeping risks within the owner’s agreed limits.<br>Key Responsibilities — Wealth Growth & Investment Research Research investment opportunities across real estate, equities, funds, fixed income, and selected business ventures, based on the owner’s objectives. Prepare clear investment proposals comparing potential returns, risks, fees, liquidity, and exit options. Support due diligence by checking financial information, assumptions, counterparties, and supporting documents. Monitor existing investments and highlight underperformance, emerging risks, and opportunities for improvement. Maintain a consolidated record of assets, liabilities, income, expenses, and available cash to support investment decisions. Coordinate with banks, brokers, qualified investment advisers, and accountants to obtain information and evaluate proposals. Present a monthly wealth report with portfolio performance, cash-flow forecasts, and prioritised recommendations for the owner’s approval.<br>Key Responsibilities — Real Estate Portfolio Support Analyse the performance of approximately 40 properties, including rental yields, occupancy, expenses, and financing costs. Identify opportunities to increase net rental income through rent reviews, renewals, cost control, and suitable property improvements. Research potential acquisitions, disposals, and refinancing options for review. Coordinate agents, tenants, and service providers on leasing, collections, renewals, and maintenance. Maintain accurate property records and follow through on approved actions.<br>Required Experience & Skills Approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment analysis, wealth management support, financial analysis, or real estate investment. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related field. Strong Excel, financial modelling, cash-flow forecasting, and investment appraisal skills. Ability to assess investment proposals critically and explain findings clearly. Familiarity with UAE and international investment markets and practical exposure to property leasing or management. Strong organisation, negotiation, follow-up, and communication skills. High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and independent judgment.<br>Performance Expectations Success will be assessed on the quality of investment research, actionable recommendations, accurate reporting, timely execution of approved decisions, and contribution to improved portfolio income and performance within agreed risk limits.

POSITION OBJECTIVE - The position is responsible for overall brand development and implementation to maximize sales and profit - Strategize for brand penetration and positioning within the region to create brand image in the market <br/><br/>Key Responsibilities: <br/>- Brand Growth and Profitability <br/>- Maximize sales and profitability of brand stores in line with Company targets <br/>- Develop the brand launch strategy in consultation with the Brand General Manager <br/>- Control costs within budgetary guidelines for the brand stores <br/>- Maximize productivity in stores through effective deployment of resources at brand stores to ensure complete sell through as per brand product, style and assortment plans <br/>- Review feedback from territories on Brand acceptance and customer expectations <br/>- Ensure adherence to financial plan in all key areas <br/>- sales, markdowns, margin and average inventory <br/>- Create the brand positioning in consultation with the Marketing team and Brand Principal / Br&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; and General Manager <br/>- Involve in recruitment and training of team members Brand Merchandise Planning and Product Selection <br/>- Study merchandise requirements for assigned brand by setting sourcing triggers based on actual sales, sales forecasts, company order parameters, inventory checks, forth coming events, replenishment needs etc. <br/>- Design the merchandise plan (pricing, promotion, assortment etc.) with the team for timely availability of stocks at the stores <br/>- Determine buying requirements and formulate buying plan and budget <br/>- Conduct product selection in coordination with the buying requirements and the product research received <br/>- Ensure effective in-season management across territories (stock balancing, markdown management, stock analysis, stock vs. sales performance) Brand Image <br/>- Create brand awareness “Club Apparel” - Coordinate with Retail Operations to collate&nbsp; the feedback on retail and brand operations <br/>- Develop Strategy for Visual M&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; erchandising at Stores and ensure implementation of the same Market and Competition Research <br/>- Acquire market intelligence through various sources and analyze trends that may impact business <br/>- Research the brand acceptance within the region or any new territory and identify any inputs on brand customizations required <br/>- Map competition prices / products and provide qualitative inputs to business <br/>- Research and look at new sites for brand outlets and discuss the same with the Operations Manager and General Manager <br/>- Research on the latest trends in products, brands, styles, designs, fits etc. Projects & Administration <br/>- Evaluate the selected site on parameters like trade area, customer base, additional merchandising considerations and seek internal approvals <br/>- Co-ordinate for new store openings and re-fits with the operations and projects team <br/>- Ensure brand outlet locations are in line with the brand strategy and positioning <br/>- Ensure adherence to the store opening plan <br/><br/>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <span> What you´ll do </span><ul> <li>Define and drive a sustainable global product and innovation strategy focused on continuous innovation, performance, quality, and cost optimization.</li> <li>Lead key R&amp;D and innovation projects, translating consumer and market needs into innovative, marketable, and technically feasible product concepts.</li> <li>Identify and leverage new technologies and open innovation opportunities through scientific research, patents, market intelligence, suppliers, startups, and external innovation partners.</li> <li>Drive the patent and intellectual property strategy, ensuring freedom to operate while developing and protecting strong proprietary technologies and licensable patents.</li> <li>Lead the transfer of technical know-how, technologies, and product specifications to regional teams and manufacturing units, ensuring successful scale-up and implementation.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with IMU, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Legal, Market Research, Manufacturing, and global and regional R&amp;D teams to deliver business and innovation objectives.</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement through Cost-Chase and Design-to-Value initiatives while representing the organization at scientific congresses, industry committees, and relevant external forums.</li> <li>Lead, train, and develop the department while managing budgets and ensuring all activities comply with company guidelines, quality systems, safety standards, and legal requirements.</li> </ul> <br><br> What makes you a good fit <ul> <li>5-7 years of relevant professional experience in R&amp;D, Product Development, Innovation, Regulatory Affairs, or a related technical function, preferably within a multinational or manufacturing environment.</li> <li>Strong expertise in Regulatory Affairs, including regulatory requirements, industry standards, and compliance frameworks.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in sustainability management, integrating sustainability principles into product development and innovation strategies.</li> <li>Proven experience leading innovation and product development projects, including technology transfer and implementation within manufacturing environments.</li> <li>Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience working across R&amp;D, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Legal, Marketing, and other business functions.</li> <li>Proven ability to work effectively with global and remote teams, including influencing and leading stakeholders without direct or solid-line reporting relationships.</li> <li>Experience engaging and building relationships with external partners, suppliers, startups, governmental bodies, regulatory authorities, and industry associations.</li> <li>Strong stakeholder management, project management, communication, influencing, and presentation skills, with the ability to operate effectively across different functions, cultures, and seniority levels.</li> </ul> <p>At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.</p><br> <br> </div>

<ul><li>Conduct in-depth market and competitive intelligence analysis to identify emerging trends and strategic opportunities.</li><li>Design and execute primary research studies (surveys, interviews) to gather critical customer and market insights.</li><li>Analyze complex datasets using statistical software and data visualization tools to uncover actionable patterns.</li><li>Develop comprehensive research reports and presentations, translating data into clear, compelling narratives for stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Statistics, Business, or a related discipline.</li><li>Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in market research, business analysis, or a similar analytical role.</li><li>Proven proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).</li><li>Strong understanding of research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative techniques.</li></ul>

<p><strong>Senior Research Scientist – Machine Learning</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> UAE</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior Research Scientist</strong> to lead the development of advanced machine learning models focused on financial behaviour. You will work with large-scale behavioural datasets, applying sequence modelling, representation learning and modern ML techniques to develop models supporting credit risk, repayment prediction, segmentation, fraud detection and early-warning signals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the technical direction of research and modelling projects.</li><li>Design, pre-train and fine-tune sequence and representation-learning models.</li><li>Work with transaction, repayment, behavioural and customer data.</li><li>Develop reusable customer representations across multiple markets and use cases.</li><li>Take models from research through to production and monitor performance.</li><li>Keep up with frontier research and adapt new techniques to real-world problems.</li><li>Collaborate with data, product, risk and engineering teams.</li><li>Mentor other scientists and raise the technical standard of the team.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Master's or PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or a related field.</li><li>Strong experience with sequential, event-level or time-series data.</li><li>Hands-on experience with transformers, representation learning, autoregressive or masked modelling.</li><li>Proven experience pretraining and fine-tuning sequence models.</li><li>Strong Python and SQL skills.</li><li>Experience with large-scale data platforms such as PySpark, Databricks, Snowflake or BigQuery.</li><li>Experience working with complex, real-world datasets.</li><li>Experience in credit risk, financial ML, fraud detection, alternative-data scoring, multi-modal data or model governance.</li></ul>

<p>The candidate will be responsible for conducting legal research, drafting legal documents and memoranda, reviewing case files and contracts, assisting lawyers in case preparation, and following up on cases and applications through relevant UAE legal and government systems.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ol><li><p>Minimum <strong>2 years of experience</strong> as a Legal Researcher, Legal Assistant, or in a similar legal role.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of <strong>UAE laws, legal procedures, and court systems</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Experience in handling and following up cases through <strong>Dubai Courts, Rental Dispute Center (RDC), Public Prosecution, and other relevant government portals</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong legal research, analytical, and legal drafting skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to draft legal memoranda, notices, pleadings, applications, and other legal documents.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in <strong>Arabic </strong>, written and spoken, English is plus point.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and organizational skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively as part of a legal team.</p></li></ol>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Company Description<br><p>Actively engaged in multi-asset class investment activities across various geographies, carried out by a highly qualified and experienced in-house team of investment professionals using an ‘Asset Allocation Matrix’ to realize risk adjusted returns on invested capital over a long-term period. Investment activities include direct investments in startups, taking stakes in established businesses, acquisitions of business enterprises and setting-up new businesses through collaborative joint venture routes. Ghobash Trading &amp; Investment is also active in private financial investments, including private equity and debt, venture capital, real estate and publicly listed financial investments.</p><br><br>Job Description<br><p>The Senior Associate – MENA Equities Research will lead independent coverage of MENA-listed companies, producing high-quality equity research, financial models &amp; valuation outputs to support investment decisions &amp; portfolio performance. The role requires generating actionable investment recommendations, maintaining updated forecasts &amp; valuation frameworks &amp; continuously monitoring market developments across assigned sectors. The incumbent will engage directly with company management teams, sell-side analysts, &amp; industry stakeholders to gather insights, ensure comprehensive research coverage &amp; contribute meaningfully to the Investment Committee’s discussions &amp; overall strategy.</p><br><ul><li>Lead coverage across assigned MENA-listed companies and sectors, including Banks, Real Estate, Telcos/Utilities, Consumer, Industrials, Energy, and Transportation.</li><li>Build and maintain advanced financial models with detailed forecasts, scenario analyses, and valuation sensitivities using DCF, Gordon Growth, Residual Income, and relative valuation frameworks.</li><li>Independently produce investment theses and research reports with clear buy/sell/hold recommendations based on financial performance, catalysts, and valuation.</li><li>Continuously monitor company disclosures, earnings results, and macroeconomic developments impacting covered sectors.</li><li>Conduct management meetings, attend investor conferences, &amp; engage with sell-side analysts to gather actionable insights.</li><li>Prepare and present investment proposals for approval at the Investment Committee, supported by in-depth research and valuation work.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date valuation and peer-comparison tables that reflect internal forecasts and market developments.</li><li>Generate new investment ideas by screening opportunities across MENA markets, including both primary and secondary equity opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Portfolio Manager to assess portfolio exposures, risk factors, and performance attribution.</li><li>Stay updated on regulatory, economic, &amp; geopolitical changes across MENA markets &amp; assess their impact on investments.</li></ul><br>Qualifications<br><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business or applicable area of study</li><li>10 years of total experience in equity research, investment analysis, or portfolio management, with at least 6 years covering UAE and broader GCC markets.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic (mandatory).</li><li>Exposure to working with all modern equity research tools (Bloomberg / Eikon) and usual office-based technology (MS Office / among others);</li></ul><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Company Description<br><p>Actively engaged in multi-asset class investment activities across various geographies, carried out by a highly qualified and experienced in-house team of investment professionals using an ‘Asset Allocation Matrix’ to realize risk adjusted returns on invested capital over a long-term period. Investment activities include direct investments in startups, taking stakes in established businesses, acquisitions of business enterprises and setting-up new businesses through collaborative joint venture routes. Ghobash Trading &amp; Investment is also active in private financial investments, including private equity and debt, venture capital, real estate and publicly listed financial investments.</p><br><br>Job Description<br><p>The Senior Associate – MENA Equities Research will lead independent coverage of MENA-listed companies, producing high-quality equity research, financial models &amp; valuation outputs to support investment decisions &amp; portfolio performance. The role requires generating actionable investment recommendations, maintaining updated forecasts &amp; valuation frameworks &amp; continuously monitoring market developments across assigned sectors. The incumbent will engage directly with company management teams, sell-side analysts, &amp; industry stakeholders to gather insights, ensure comprehensive research coverage &amp; contribute meaningfully to the Investment Committee’s discussions &amp; overall strategy.</p><br><ul><li>Lead coverage across assigned MENA-listed companies and sectors, including Banks, Real Estate, Telcos/Utilities, Consumer, Industrials, Energy, and Transportation.</li><li>Build and maintain advanced financial models with detailed forecasts, scenario analyses, and valuation sensitivities using DCF, Gordon Growth, Residual Income, and relative valuation frameworks.</li><li>Independently produce investment theses and research reports with clear buy/sell/hold recommendations based on financial performance, catalysts, and valuation.</li><li>Continuously monitor company disclosures, earnings results, and macroeconomic developments impacting covered sectors.</li><li>Conduct management meetings, attend investor conferences, &amp; engage with sell-side analysts to gather actionable insights.</li><li>Prepare and present investment proposals for approval at the Investment Committee, supported by in-depth research and valuation work.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date valuation and peer-comparison tables that reflect internal forecasts and market developments.</li><li>Generate new investment ideas by screening opportunities across MENA markets, including both primary and secondary equity opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Portfolio Manager to assess portfolio exposures, risk factors, and performance attribution.</li><li>Stay updated on regulatory, economic, &amp; geopolitical changes across MENA markets &amp; assess their impact on investments.</li></ul><br>Qualifications<br><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business or applicable area of study</li><li>10 years of total experience in equity research, investment analysis, or portfolio management, with at least 6 years covering UAE and broader GCC markets.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic (mandatory).</li><li>Exposure to working with all modern equity research tools (Bloomberg / Eikon) and usual office-based technology (MS Office / among others);</li></ul><br><br> </div>

<strong>Deadline: </strong>Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time<br><br><strong>Computing and Mathematical Sciences Division - Associate/Full Professor Tenured Faculty Positions in Human-Computer Interaction<br><br></strong><strong>Description<br><br></strong>The Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) area within the Computing and Mathematical Sciences Division at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) invites applications for tenured/tenure-track faculty positions at the Associate and Full Professor ranks.<br><br>We seek an established academic leader who positions technical data visualization as the core engine for human-AI collaboration, reasoning, and multi-stakeholder sensemaking. Leveraging deep technical expertise to expose internal system dynamics, the successful candidate will translate computational complexity into human legibility—equipping diverse stakeholders to reason and decide together.<br><br>The ideal candidate will bring an internationally recognized research track record showing how interactive, dynamic visual interfaces ground human reasoning and decision making and enable oversight in complex computational systems. Candidates should demonstrate an active research agenda (commensurate with rank) that establishes visual interfaces as the framework for collaborative sensemaking and systems oversight. The successful candidate will contribute to our growing graduate degree programs, mentor exceptional graduate students, and leverage MBZUAI’s world-class compute resources and interdisciplinary environment to drive global impact in human-centered AI.<br><br>Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence(MBZUAI) is a world-leading university dedicated to advancing AI as a global force for good. The UAE’s visionary leaders established MBZUAI to educate and develop top talent, conduct advanced research, foster an innovation ecosystem, and act as a strategic think tank for the public and private sectors.<br><br>The University attracts world-class thinkers and doers in computer science, AI, bioscience, humanities and beyond. Our groundbreaking academic research initiatives are working on developing future solutions that will impact the world and change the way we imagine things.<br><br><strong>Why Join MBZUAI?</strong> <br><br><ul><li>Top-Tier Compensation: Competitive salaries aligned with leading global academic institutions</li><li>Funding: MBZUAI empowers researchers with resources and academic freedom, fostering groundbreaking AI advancements in an environment of innovation and independent inquiry.</li><li>Exceptional Benefits:</li><ul><li>Comprehensive health &amp; life insurance</li><li>Relocation support for international faculty</li></ul><li>Build State-of-the-Art Research Facilities: Cutting-edge AI labs and high-performance computing</li><li>Live in Abu Dhabi: World’s safest city, year-round sunshine, rich culture, and modern amenities</li><li>Industry &amp; Government Collaborations: Work with top AI researchers, leading tech firms, and policymakers<br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong>This position requires a Ph.D. in Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science, Information Science, Cognitive Science, Design Engineering, or a related field by the time of appointment.<br><br><ul><li>Strong research record in HCI, demonstrated through publications in top-tier venues and funded research (as appropriate to career stage).</li><li>Demonstrated potential (for Assistant level) or established excellence (for Associate/Full level) in teaching and mentoring<br><br></li></ul><strong>Application Instructions<br><br></strong><strong>To apply for this position, please submit the following items:<br><br></strong><ul><li>Cover Letter</li><li>Curriculum Vitae </li><li>Statement of research vision and interests</li><li>Statement of teaching interests, experience, and philosophy</li><li>List of key publications for last five years and Google Scholar H-Index</li><li>Name and contact details for three referees (Referees will be contacted during the recruitment process to upload their reference letter via Interfolio).</li></ul>

A leading global multi-strategy hedge fund is looking to hire a Quantitative Researcher to join its growing systematic equities platform in the United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will become part of an established statistical arbitrage team focused on developing intraday and mid-frequency systematic equity strategies across global markets. Working within a lean, high-performing research group, you will collaborate directly with the Portfolio Manager, leverage a sophisticated research and technology infrastructure, and contribute to the development of investment ideas that have a direct impact on portfolio performance. Responsibilities Partner closely with the Portfolio Manager and quantitative developers to translate research into live trading strategies. Design and develop quantitative alpha signals for systematic equity statistical arbitrage strategies across global equity markets. Own the full research lifecycle, from hypothesis generation and data exploration through feature engineering, backtesting, validation, and production deployment. Create new trading signals while improving and expanding the existing alpha library, with a focus on intraday and mid-frequency strategies.<br>Requirements Master's or PhD in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a leading university. Proven buy-side experience researching systematic equity statistical arbitrage strategies within a hedge fund, multi-strategy platform, or proprietary trading firm. A strong track record of developing alpha signals across intraday and mid-frequency investment horizons. Excellent programming skills in Python; experience with C++ is advantageous. Experience working with large and complex datasets, including market, microstructure, fundamental, event-driven, and alternative data.

Role: Molecular Biology Specialist (Remote) Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere) Job Type: Contract Payout: $60 - $80/hour<br>Role Overview:We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking a Molecular Biology Expert to work on a contract basis. The role involves designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance research initiatives. The position requires expertise in molecular biology techniques and the ability to troubleshoot experimental challenges.<br>Key Responsibilities:• Design and execute molecular biology experiments, including PCR, cloning, and DNA/RNA extraction.• Analyze experimental data using bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.• Document and present findings to support research objectives.• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to integrate molecular biology workflows into broader projects.• Optimize protocols to improve efficiency and reproducibility in laboratory operations.<br>Required Skills & Qualifications:• Proficiency in PCR, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid purification techniques.• Experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) data analysis is preferred.• Strong knowledge of molecular cloning, including Gibson Assembly and restriction digestion.• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools such as BLAST, Primer-BLAST, and sequence alignment software.• Ability to troubleshoot experimental issues and propose solutions.<br>More About the Opportunity:This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the Biotechnology Research industry, contributing to advancements in gene therapy and genetic engineering. The position emphasizes precision and innovation in molecular biology applications.<br>Equal Opportunity Employer:We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications.<br>Apply Now!

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><ul><li>Advise clients on complex corporate tax matters, including international tax, transfer pricing, and M&amp;A tax structuring.</li><li>Lead tax compliance engagements, ensuring accurate and timely filing of corporate tax returns and related documentation.</li><li>Conduct thorough tax research and analysis to identify tax planning opportunities and mitigate tax risks for clients.</li><li>Develop and implement tax-efficient strategies that align with clients' business objectives and regulatory requirements.</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field; Master's degree or equivalent is a plus.</p></li><li><p>CA is mandatory requirement</p></li><li><p>Minimum of 3-7 years of progressive experience in UAE corporate tax, with a strong understanding of relevant tax laws.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated expertise in tax research, compliance, planning, and advisory services within a public accounting firm or corporate tax department.</p></li></ul><p></p></section>

<p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>See the opportunity before anyone else does.</strong></p><p>What if you could look at one of our customers and uncover opportunities that nobody else had spotted yet?</p><p><br></p><p>A new decision-maker. A team that's suddenly growing. A company expanding into a new market. A product they haven't discovered yet. A leadership change that could completely change the relationship.</p><p><br></p><p>That's what you'll do.</p><p><br></p><p>We're looking for a <strong>Customer Intelligence Representative</strong> to become the eyes and ears of our Customer Success team - someone who loves digging deeper, connecting the dots and turning information into opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll research our customers, map their organisations, track what's changing, understand where they're spending and uncover the people, teams and opportunities our CSMs should know about.</p><p><br></p><p>But this isn't about collecting data for the sake of it. <strong>It's about finding the signal in the noise.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>You'll take hundreds of pieces of information and turn them into a simple answer for our CSMs:</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>"Here's what's happening with this customer, here's what you might have missed, and here's where I think the opportunity is."</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Work closely with Customer Success to make sure they walk into every customer conversation better informed, better prepared and one step ahead.</li><li>Research existing customer accounts and uncover information that can help us better understand and grow those relationships.</li><li>Map key stakeholders, decision-makers and influencers across customer organisations.</li><li>Identify who owns what, who has joined or left the business, reporting lines and changes in senior leadership.</li><li>Research customer spend, product usage, purchasing behaviour and potential whitespace opportunities.</li><li>Identify where customers are spending today and where there may be opportunities for us to leverage.</li><li>Work closely with Customer Success, Sales, Marketing and Data to continuously improve how we understand our customers.</li><li>Monitor customer businesses for meaningful signals - funding rounds, acquisitions, new offices, expansion, hiring, leadership changes and other relevant developments.</li><li>Build and maintain customer intelligence cards / account profiles that give CSMs a powerful snapshot of each account.</li><li>Turn research into clear insights and recommendations rather than simply collecting data.</li><li>Give CSMs relevant intelligence before customer meetings, QBRs, renewals and expansion conversations.</li><li>Identify potential cross-sell, upsell and expansion opportunities and surface them to the relevant CSM.</li><li>Help CSMs understand the wider organisation beyond their existing contacts.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Around 1 year of experience in a role involving research, data, customers, sales, business development, operations or analysis.</li><li>Experience using LinkedIn, CRM systems such as Hubspot, company websites or online research tools to find and understand information.</li><li>Comfortable working with Excel / Google Sheets and handling structured data.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarise findings clearly.</li><li>Good attention to detail: you enjoy spotting things that others might overlook.</li><li>Comfortable researching information from multiple sources and figuring out what is reliable and relevant.</li><li>A genuine interest in business, companies, people and how organisations work.</li><li>Commercial curiosity - you're naturally interested in asking <em>"why?"</em>, <em>"what else?"</em> and <em>"what could this mean?"</em></li><li>Comfortable using <strong>AI and technology</strong> to research, organise and analyse information.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Competencies</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Naturally curious</strong> - you genuinely enjoy finding things out.</li><li><strong>A commercial detective</strong> - you can spot patterns, gaps and opportunities hidden in the data.</li><li><strong>An exceptional researcher</strong> - you know how to find and validate information from multiple sources.</li><li><strong>Commercially minded</strong> - you understand that intelligence should ultimately help drive retention, expansion and customer value.</li><li><strong>Highly observant</strong> - you notice the small changes that can lead to big opportunities.</li><li><strong>Data literate</strong> - you're comfortable working with CRM data, spreadsheets and customer metrics.</li><li><strong>Proactive</strong> - you don't wait for someone to tell you what to look for.</li><li><strong>A strong communicator</strong> - you can turn a mountain of research into a clear, compelling insight</li><li><strong>Tech-savvy</strong> - you know how to use AI and modern research tools to work faster and uncover more.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<strong>The Opportunity<br><br></strong>New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks an accomplished scholar and visionary leader to serve as its next Dean of the Division of Social Science. This is a rare opportunity to shape a dynamic academic division at a pivotal moment in the university’s evolution. The Dean will lead a vibrant community of scholars who advance foundational and applied research on some of the most pressing issues of our time - ranging from inequality, governance, and social change - within a highly international and interdisciplinary environment.<br><br><strong>The Division<br><br></strong>The Social Science Division is home to over 80 full-time faculty, including a Nobel Laureate in Economics and a vibrant community of post-doctoral researchers in Economics, Political Science, Social Research &amp; Public Policy, Business Organizations &amp; Society, and Legal Studies. The Division offers five undergraduate majors as well as graduate programs. Faculty conduct world-class research that is both theoretically rigorous and globally engaged, with collaborations spanning every continent and close ties to policy and practice in the UAE and beyond. The Division’s research strength is internationally recognized - Economics at NYUAD ranks 4th in Asia in Research Papers in Economics, and Political Science ranks 6th globally according to a recent study. Its faculty regularly publish in leading disciplinary and interdisciplinary journals.<br><br>The Dean will have a unique opportunity to capitalize on this momentum: building on the Division’s existing strengths in graduate education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the global and local visibility of its research and teaching.<br><br><strong>About NYU Abu Dhabi<br><br></strong>Founded in partnership with New York University and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, NYUAD is an extraordinary achievement in global higher education. Since opening in 2010, it has become one of the most selective universities in the world with a 2025 admit rate of 2.7 percent, enrolling students from over 120 countries, NYU Abu Dhabi has produced 24 Rhodes Scholars. Its more than 370 faculty members include 4 Nobel laureates. The faculty are situated across five divisions spanning Arts and Humanities, Science, Engineering, Social Science, and Stern at NYUAD. They are drawn from leading institutions worldwide. NYUAD’s research and teaching are deeply integrated with NYU’s global network, offering opportunities for collaboration and mobility across New York and Shanghai.<br><br><strong>The Role<br><br></strong>The Dean reports to the Provost and serves as a key member of NYUAD’s senior leadership team. As the Division’s chief academic officer, the Dean will provide strategic leadership for its faculty, curricula, and research agenda, championing excellence and innovation in both research and pedagogy. The role also carries significant responsibility for fostering an accessible and collaborative academic community and for representing the Division’s strengths to partners within and beyond NYU.<br><br>As part of the senior administration, the Dean must work effectively and collegially with other deans as well as academic and administrative leaders. In addition to engaging with members of the Division of Social Science, they must also be able to work with faculty across the institution. The Dean must be committed to two-way communication, to fostering trust, and to building community at the campus, national, and international levels.<br><br>Specifically, the Dean will be a catalyst in addressing the following key challenges and opportunities for the Division:<br><br><ul><li>Recruiting and retaining an excellent, collaborative, and engaged faculty</li><li>Enhancing interdisciplinary research, scholarship, and creative activity</li><li>Delivering programs that maximize the excellence and societal impact of NYUAD</li><li>Engaging the Abu Dhabi and UAE community </li><li>Cultivating and promoting the values and vision of NYUAD and the NYU Global Network<br><br></li></ul><strong>The Candidate<br><br></strong>Candidates should hold a PhD in a social science discipline and possess a record of research, publication, and teaching that merits appointment as a tenured full Professor at NYUAD. They will be internationally recognized scholars with proven leadership experience and intellectual breadth to guide a diverse division covering multiple disciplines. The successful candidate will combine academic distinction with sound judgment and the ability to inspire others around a shared vision, while demonstrating strong leadership in managing, supporting, and developing faculty and staff.<br><br>NYUAD is being supported by the executive search firm Perrett Laver. For nominations or to learn more, please contact NYUAD@perrettlaver.com.<br><br>Formal applications should be made via INTERFOLIO.<br><br><strong>Candidates Are Requested To Submit The Following Documents<br><br></strong><ul><li>A letter of interest that addresses specifically the leadership priorities and themes described in the profile;</li><li>A current curriculum vitae or resume;<br><br></li></ul>The search will continue throughout the 2025-2026 academic year until an appointment is made, with the expectation that the selected candidate will begin no later than September 2027.<br><br>NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community.<br><br><em><strong>Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people.<br><br></strong></em>NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the University’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.<br><br><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement<br><br></strong><strong>For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr<br><br></strong>NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.<br><br><strong>Sustainability Statement <br><br></strong>NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/sustainability

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Faculty Position in Clinical Psychology, Department of Psychology, College of Arts and Sciences</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Employer:</strong> American University of Sharjah</p><br> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Sharjah, United Arab Emirates</p><br> <p><strong>Start date:</strong> August 2027 (a later start may be negotiated)</p><br> <p><strong>Position type:</strong> Open rank, full-time (part-time can be considered)</p><br> <p><strong>Position Description</strong></p><br> <p>The Department of Psychology at American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in clinical psychology to begin in August 2027. The appointee will play a leading role in establishing the department's planned master's degree program in clinical psychology, which is intended to admit its first cohort in Fall 2028, and will be a founding member of the program's faculty.</p><br> <p>The program is being designed as a practice-oriented, evidence-based degree that integrates supervised clinical experience with coursework from an early stage, makes use of new technologies in clinical training and gives sustained attention to the cultural and linguistic context of clinical practice in the UAE and the wider region. It will be the first clinical psychology master's degree program in the Emirate of Sharjah.</p><br> <p>A defining emphasis of the program will be cross-cultural clinical competence. Most of the evidence base in clinical psychology was developed in Western, English-speaking populations, while the UAE is home to more than 200 nationalities and a largely multilingual client population. The program will therefore train students to evaluate, adapt and validate assessment instruments and intervention protocols for new, non-Western contexts, and to practice competently across cultures, languages and religious traditions. Candidates with research or clinical experience adapting psychological assessments and interventions to non-Western settings are particularly encouraged to apply.</p><br> <p>The appointee will contribute to the design of the curriculum; help build placement partnerships with mental health services in Sharjah and the wider UAE; teach graduate and undergraduate courses in clinical psychology; supervise student clinical work if licensed; and maintain an active program of research. The appointee will work closely with the department head and the program planning committee, and will be eligible to apply for director of the program.</p><br> <p><strong>Two Profiles</strong></p><br> <p>The department welcomes applications from candidates with either of the following profiles. Both are needed for the program to succeed, and the rank and terms of appointment will reflect the candidate's qualifications and experience.</p><br> <ul> <li>Clinical or counseling psychologists with a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) and a strong record of research and publication, at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor, who will help lead the program academically and supervise graduate research</li> <li>Practicing clinical or counseling psychologists with a PhD or PsyD who hold a license to practice in the UAE, or are eligible for one (check your eligibility with the relevant health authority before applying) who bring supervisory experience; appointment may be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professors or Professor of Practice</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>A PhD or PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology or a closely related field</li> <li>A record of, or clear potential for, excellence in teaching at the graduate level</li> <li>A commitment to research, teaching and service appropriate to the rank sought</li> <li>Fluency in English as the language of instruction</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><br> <ul> <li>A current license to practice psychology in the UAE or eligibility for one</li> <li>Experience supervising trainee clinicians in health service settings</li> <li>Experience designing, launching or accrediting graduate programs in clinical psychology</li> <li>Research or clinical experience with internet-delivered interventions, simulation-based training or the cultural adaptation of assessment instruments and treatments</li> <li>Proficiency in Arabic</li> <li>Experience in American-style higher education</li> </ul> <p><strong>The Department</strong></p><br> <p>The Department of Psychology offers the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in psychology, and is growing rapidly. Faculty research spans clinical and counseling psychology, cognitive psychology, cultural psychology, psycholinguistics, social psychology and work and organizational psychology. The department has five laboratory spaces for research with human participants, a research participation pool supported by Sona Systems, and dedicated technical and administrative support. The planned master's degree program will be the department's first graduate program.</p><br> <p><strong>Application Instructions</strong></p><br> <p>Applicants should submit the following through the online application form at https://acg-apps1.aus.edu/cas/empapp/apply.php?p=PSY-27-01:</p><br> <ul> <li>A curriculum vitae (PDF)</li> <li>A letter describing the applicant's interest in the position, which of the two profiles the applicant best fits, and, where relevant, the applicant's licensure status (and eligibility for licensing) in the UAE or elsewhere</li> <li>The names and contact details of three referees</li> </ul> <p>Review of applications will begin January 15, 2027 and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position, the planned program or life in the UAE may be directed to the search committee chair, Tatiana Tairi, at <span>[email&nbsp;protected]</span>.</p><br> <p><strong>About American University of Sharjah</strong></p><br> <p>American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites applications from accomplished scholars committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research within an American-style, globally recognized institution. Successful candidates will be offered a salary commensurate with experience, along with free housing, paid utilities and other attractive benefits.</p><br> <p>As a comprehensive, independent, non-profit, coeducational university, AUS is consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the Arab region and among the top 17 percent of ranked universities in the world (QS, 2027). The university fosters a diverse community of over 6,000 students from more than 100 nations, with English as the language of instruction and the workplace.</p><br> <p>Located in Sharjah's University City, AUS is directly adjacent to the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park, providing faculty with significant opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research and contribute directly to the UAE's rapidly expanding innovation ecosystem. The campus is set in a vibrant and cosmopolitan area, offering abundant opportunities for travel, entertainment and cultural experiences, with Sharjah International Airport minutes away and Dubai International Airport only 30 minutes from campus. A number of schools aligned with various international curricula are located nearby.</p><br> <p>AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004.</p><br> <p>For more information, please visit www.aus.edu.</p><br> <br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span><strong>About Dubai Future Foundation:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) was established in 2016 to institutionalize future-shaping for Dubai and strengthen the city’s position as a leading global city of the future. The Foundation works in partnership with government and private-sector entities to imagine, design and accelerate Dubai’s future. Its work spans five strategic areas: future foresight, knowledge dissemination, capacity building, future design and future acceleration. At the heart of DFF’s mandate is turning future-focused ideas and opportunities into tangible outcomes. The Foundation embraces risk-taking, agility and foresight as key attributes in navigating emerging opportunities and challenges. DFF is guided by a core belief that leading in the present is not enough; the future must be actively imagined, designed and executed.</span></p><br><br> <p>POSITION: TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS ANALYST</p><br><p>LIFE AT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION</p><br><p>Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) aims to realize the wise vision of Dubai’s leadership to institutionalize the envisioned future and forward-thinking methodologies, while positioning Dubai as the leading city of the future.</p><br><p>In partnership with its local and global partners from governments, companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, DFF drives joint efforts to collectively imagine, design, and execute the best possible future for humanity.</p><br><p>Under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF, the DFF runs and oversees many futureproofing projects and initiatives, such as the Museum of the Future, Area 2071, The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution UAE, Dubai Future Accelerators, One Million Arab Coders, Dubai Future Academy, Dubai Future Solutions, Dubai Future Labs, Dubai Future Forum, etc.</p><br><p>DFF’s efforts to share knowledge, adopt innovation, support entrepreneurs and innovative startups, build capacity, and promote forward-thinking and foresight principles contribute to Dubai’s ambitions to be a role model for the cities of the future through the power of unlimited imagination, innovation, foresight and disruptive mindset.</p><br><p>For more information on the initiatives, projects, and programs of Dubai Future Foundation, please visit the website: www.dubaifuture.ae</p><br><p>LIFE AT RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT &amp; INNOVATION (RDI)</p><br><p>Research, Development &amp; Innovation (RDI) is Dubai Future Foundation’s dedicated research arm, established to advance applied and frontier research that directly shapes Dubai’s innovation agenda.</p><br><p>RDI will house multiple specialised research centers, each focused on distinct domains, creating a collaborative ecosystem where deep expertise converges to address the most complex challenges facing cities and societies of the future.</p><br><p>Through strategic partnerships with leading academic institutions, global think tanks, and government entities, RDI translates emerging knowledge into actionable insights, policy recommendations, and real-world impact at a local, regional, and global scale.</p><br><p>WHERE DOES THIS ROLE FIT INTO THE BIGGER PICTURE?</p><br><p>This role bridges the gap between business needs and technology delivery, working hand-in-hand with the Head of Technology to translate strategic objectives into actionable system and process requirements.</p><br><p>It is essential to ensuring that digital platforms, research tools, and innovation initiatives are designed around real user needs and organisational priorities.</p><br><p>BUSINESS ANALYST</p><br><p>As the Business Analyst, you will work closely with the Head of Technology and cross-functional teams to gather, analyse, and document business and system requirements that drive the development and optimization of technology solutions.</p><br><p>You will serve as the critical link between stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that digital initiatives are aligned with RDI’s research, development, and innovation strategy.</p><br><p>The Business Analyst will support the delivery of IT and data platforms by translating complex business challenges into clear functional specifications, process models, and system design recommendations.</p><br><p>YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES</p><br><p>TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS ANALYSIS</p><br><p>• Collaborate closely with the Head of Technology to define and deliver technology solutions that support the research, development and innovation program strategy.</p><br><p>• Discover, document, and validate business and functional requirements from stakeholders across departments, ensuring clarity and alignment before development begins.</p><br><p>• Perform system analysis to assess current-state processes and systems, identifying gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.</p><br><p>• Produce detailed business requirements documents (BRDs), functional specifications, user stories, process flow diagrams, and use cases.</p><br><p>• Support the delivery of digital projects such as the Trusted Research Environment (TRE), collaboration portals, CRM systems, IP management platforms, ERP systems, and other technology solutions.</p><br><p>• Explore and evaluate the application of agentic AI systems and data-driven tools to enhance research workflows, automate routine processes, and unlock new analytical capabilities across RDI’s platforms.</p><br><p>• Manage requirements backlogs within infrastructure projects, including Azure, ensuring traceability from business need to technical delivery.</p><br><p>USER ACCEPTANCE TESTING AND DELIVERY</p><br><p>• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT), coordinate with end users, and validate that delivered solutions meet defined requirements.</p><br><p>• Support data analysis and reporting needs, working with internal teams and external research partners, including academic institutions, global think tanks, and government entities, to define data structures, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.</p><br><p>• Operate comfortably within RDI’s diverse partner ecosystem and support the alignment of technology and data requirements across stakeholders.</p><br><p>VENDOR AND SOLUTION EVALUATION</p><br><p>• Assist in the evaluation of third-party vendors and platforms by documenting technical requirements and participating in RFP and assessment processes.</p><br><p>• Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices in business analysis, recommending process and system improvements to enable research excellence.</p><br><p>CHANGE MANAGEMENT AND ADOPTION</p><br><p>• Produce user guides, training materials, and SOPs to support adoption of new systems and processes across teams.</p><br><p>• Support organisational change management as new systems, platforms, and processes are introduced across RDI, including stakeholder communication, training coordination, adoption tracking, and feedback collection to ensure smooth transitions.</p><br><p>WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT?</p><br><p>This role is central to ensuring that technology investments deliver real business value.</p><br><p>By bridging stakeholder needs and IT delivery, the Business Analyst enables faster, more effective deployment of digital solutions that power RDI’s innovation and research agenda.</p><br><p>WHAT DUBAI FUTURE FOUNDATION OFFERS?</p><br><p>We will offer you a unique opportunity to work with people who are passionate about the future and establishing Dubai as one of the leading cities of the world.</p><br><p>You will have the chance to work on exciting and new projects, work in a highly diverse and fast-paced environment that fosters creativity, disruptive ideas, and innovation.</p><br><p>WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?</p><br><p>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</p><br><p>• You will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.</p><br><p>• You will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in business analysis, with demonstrated ability to work on complex IT or digital transformation projects.</p><br><p>• You will have experience working closely with IT teams and managers, translating technical concepts for business audiences and vice versa.</p><br><p>• Experience in a startup, greenfield, or newly established organisational environment, with the ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and help shape processes from the ground up, is a strong plus.</p><br><p>TECHNICAL AND FUNCTIONAL SKILLS</p><br><p>• You will have proficiency in Agile methodologies with hands-on experience in backlog management and requirements tracking.</p><br><p>• You will have strong skills in process modelling, requirements documentation, and use case development using relevant tools. BPMN 2.0 notation knowledge is a plus.</p><br><p>• You will have experience with systems analysis, including current-state assessment, gap analysis, and solution design. Prior experience as a Systems Analyst is a strong plus.</p><br><p>• You will have familiarity with enterprise platforms such as CRM systems, ERP systems, collaboration portals, or research data environments.</p><br><p>• You will have familiarity with agentic AI concepts and data-related technologies, including experience working with structured and unstructured datasets, data pipelines, or AI-assisted analytics tools, with an appreciation for their responsible and compliant application in a research environment.</p><br><p>• You will have an understanding of data governance, cybersecurity compliance, and regulatory frameworks such as UAE PDPL is advantageous.</p><br><p>• You will have a proven track record of conducting UAT, managing stakeholder feedback, and driving solutions to successful delivery.</p><br><p>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</p><br><p>• Change management fundamentals or certification, such as Prosci, is a valued plus.</p><br><p>• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.</p><br> </div>

We’re Hiring: Business Development Specialist – Mobile Apps & Marketplace Partnerships1. About the Role We are looking for a highly capable, proactive Business Development Specialist to support the growth of Fish App and other mobile application projects. This role combines market research, business development, merchant acquisition, and product improvement. You will identify market opportunities, build partnerships with service providers and local businesses, and turn research and customer feedback into practical recommendations for improving our applications. The ideal candidate understands how digital marketplaces operate and can take ownership of opportunities from initial research and outreach through negotiation, agreement, onboarding, and ongoing partner development.2. Key Responsibilities Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify customer needs, market gaps, and growth opportunities. Develop actionable business development plans for Fish App and our other applications. Identify, approach, and recruit relevant merchants, shops, restaurants, and service providers to join our platforms. Arrange meetings and conduct field visits to present our applications and explain their business value. Negotiate commercial terms, close partnership agreements, and coordinate successful merchant onboarding. Build strong relationships with partners and follow up on their participation, performance, and satisfaction. Gather feedback from merchants and customers to identify challenges and opportunities for improvement. Recommend new app features, service categories, revenue opportunities, and improvements to the user and merchant experience. Work closely with management, product, development, and marketing teams to translate market insights into clear business requirements. Prepare structured reports covering market findings, competitor activity, partnership pipelines, performance, and recommended next steps. Set and track measurable targets for merchant acquisition, activation, retention, and business growth.3. Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in business development, B2B sales, merchant acquisition, or strategic partnerships. Strong understanding of mobile applications, digital marketplaces, and platform business models. Demonstrated ability to secure partnerships and close commercial agreements. Strong market research and analytical skills, with the ability to turn findings into practical action plans. Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skills. Ability to evaluate app experiences from both customer and merchant perspectives and propose commercially valuable improvements. Strong organizational skills and experience using CRM systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools. Ability to work independently, manage field visits, and take ownership of agreed targets. Experience with the UAE market; experience in delivery platforms, e-commerce, food services, or similar sectors is an advantage. Mandatory Requirements:Valid UAE driving licence. Valid UAE residence visa. Own car, with availability for regular field visits and partner meetings.

<ul><li><p>Build customer segmentation, personas and journey insights across retail, digital, and CRM</p></li><li><p>Lead market and competitor intelligence across UAE and global luxury jewellery</p></li><li><p>Design and run research — surveys, interviews, focus groups — and manage external agencies</p></li><li><p>Turn customer data into strategy alongside our CRM team and Salesforce ecosystem</p></li><li><p>Support product, collection and retail/CX insights, including post-launch analysis</p></li><li><p>Deliver insight-led dashboards and recommendations directly to our CMO and senior leadership</p></li></ul><br><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's degree in Market Research, Marketing, Business, Economics, Statistics, or a related field</p></li><li><p>5+ years in market research, consumer insights, or analytics</p></li><li><p>Luxury, jewellery, fashion, or premium retail experience is a plus</p></li><li><p>Strong quant + qual research skills, Excel/PowerPoint proficiency, and sharp storytelling with data</p></li><li><p>Fluent English; Arabic is an advantage</p></li><li><p>Curious, commercially minded, and passionate about the luxury consumer<br><br></p></li></ul>