The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the UAE University is currently seeking a lab specialist to join our team in the Aerospace field, with a primary focus on system dynamics and control, UAV control, and related areas. This role is instrumental in supporting cutting-edge research and education in the department. As Lab Specialists, your role will encompass the following key responsibilities:  Prepare all materials (lab equipment, consumable, and etc) for laboratory sessions.  Research, prepare tender materials, order, and setup/coordinate commission of new equipment.  Setup, maintaining, and calibrate equipment according to vendor’s or international standard  Ensure proper operation of all equipment operate by performing preventive, and corrective maintenance.  Plan, order, and keep track of consumables.  Assist faculty, and students in courses relevant to the laboratory.  Enforce university’s HS standards for all activities related to the laboratories.  Monitor and maintain an organized, clean and safe working environment in lab and ensure compliance with work legal, health and safety standards.  Enforce laboratory safety regulations.  Prepare, explain and perform practical experiments to students in courses related to the lab.  Preparing laboratory manuals and standard laboratory procedures under faculty supervision.  Setup equipment for each laboratory session in coordination with laboratory instructor.  Supervise and assist students working in projects such as, but are not limited to, GPs, SUREs, and etc.  Assist faculty and graduate students working in research projects, graduate thesis projects, and etc.  Monitor, and control access to and use of all departmental laboratories and equipment.  Train students, researchers and faculties to use machines, instruments, and equipment as needed.  Provide technical support for students and researchers in designing and manufacturing for course and research projects.  Conduct Safety Induction for first-time users of various Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department laboratories.  Purchase all lab needs and coordinate for spare parts or maintenance needs with the equipment supplier.  Proctoring of Undergraduate and Graduate level examinations.  Advise students on their study plans using DegreeWorks.  For candidates with Masters degree, conduct teaching sessions.

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related area.

Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or a related field.

 Experience in aerospace system dynamics and control, with a strong focus on UAV control systems and electronics.  Demonstrated expertise in Mechanical/Aerospace assembly and the operation of related electronic systems.  Committed to laboratory management, emphasizing safety protocols and efficient operation.  Interested in educational settings, particularly in conducting laboratory sessions and providing student guidance.

Cover letter detailing qualifications and experience Current Curriculum Vitae with three referees. Statements of teaching philosophies.

31/08/2024