The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites applications for a research assistant position in the Labor Market Research and Development Unit within the Human Capital Research Center (HCRC). The HCRC is a newly established research center within the UAE University concerned with analyzing the current situation, global trends, and studying the future foresight of future job market trends to determine the future competencies, capabilities and skills required, and to provide appropriate recommendations to support various stakeholders including employers, policy makers, and job seekers. This center contributes to enhancing human capital and developing qualified national competencies to meet the labor market future demands locally, regionally, and globally. The successful candidate may have research interests and expertise in a range of relevant fields such as: human resource management and development, HR analytics, career development, Competencies and future needed skills, public policy and governance, employability, employment policies and unemployment, higher education, and labor market trends. The main duties of the research assistant include the following: • Prepare and execute data collection plans for research purposes including field studies involving surveys and interviews. • Design and perform basic research tasks such as data entry, transcribing, recording, storing, and maintaining of data. • Perform statistical analysis using descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software. • Summarize research results and prepare tables, project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations. • Follow ethical standards to ensure confidentiality of clients, client services, and participants in research projects. • Assist in identifying the relevant literature and conducting systematic literature reviews for research projects. • Assist in preparation of research manuscripts for publication. • Participate in administrative and logistic procedures and outreach activities to support the mission of the HCRC and successful completion of its programs and initiatives. The application package should include (1) a cover letter, (2) a detailed resume, (3) names of at least three references with contact information, (4) research statement, and (5) outreach statement detailing previous work individually or with students in support of human resource management in the community and region and/or academic profession and how this experience might be used to support and advance the research program at HCRC. A generous compensation package is offered to successful applicants, which includes a competitive tax-free salary and benefits. To apply, visit UAEU’s website https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae and attach all the required documents to the website.

• Applicants must have an MS degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Social Sciences, or related fields from a reputable university. • Candidates with BA degree with extensive research experience in the field will also be considered. • Candidates should also have research and outreach experience in the area of human resource management and related fields.

Professional and industry experience in human resource management and related fields.

 Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills  Adaptable and flexible to the continuous changes associated with research demands  Strong background in human resources management and career development  Strong Analytical skills  Technical skills and basic knowledge in designing and conducting research using quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods.  Ability to use statistical software in data analysis

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