About University of Nizwa

The University of Nizwa is the second top university in the Sultanate of Oman and the first among the private universities in research. It is a non-profit academic institution, governed by its faculty. It aims to broadly educate students and equip them with values, knowledge and life skills needed to enrich their lives and enable them to meaningfully contribute to the progress of society.

Genetic Engineering (CRISPR-CAS9 gene editing, plant tissue culture, metabolic engineering, transformation and expression)

General Requirements:

The applicant is expected to have the following:

• PhD in the field of specialization (Master's degree & Bachelor's degree should be in the same field of general specialization) from a recognized university.
• Research track record and proof of an ongoing commitment to research activities, and should have a number of publications in international requited journals.
• Skills in writing research papers, proof reading and editing of manuscripts.
• Skills in funds raising and research proposals writing.
• Supervision and capacity building of junior researchers/students
• Strong English language skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Pass a personal interview according to the University criteria.

Application Process: Submit a formal application letter, updated curriculum vitae, list of publications (with impact factor), academic certificates, three letters of references, and contact details in ONE PDF file electronically through the following email: recruit.researcher@unizwa.edu.om

Position Code GEMG-1
Please note: Position code should be included in the email subject. Any application without the code will NOT be considered in the shortlisted.