Sultan Qaboos University - UNESCO Chair in Seafood
Biotechnology
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Qaboos University, the national University of the Sultanate of Oman, is seeking
an outstanding individual in Fisheries / Food Sciences to fill the newly
established UNESCO Chair in Seafood Biotechnology. The aim of the Chair
is to promote an integrated system of research, training, information and
documentation in the field of advanced applied process biotechnologies, food
safety and environmental protection. It will also serve as a means
of facilitating collaboration between high-level, internationally recognized
researchers and teaching staff of the University and other institutions.
The Chair is expected to work closely with the Head of the Department of
Marine Science and Fisheries and the Department of Food Science and Nutrition
in the development of value added seafood products. Superb facilities,
coupled with Oman’s spectacular marine environment, make this a prestigious
position with considerable potential. We are looking for an experienced
individual with vision, a strong research record, experience in graduate
supervision, knowledge of food processing and a commitment to participative,
collegial management.
The University is located near the capital area and close to excellent international
schools and unique natural recreational areas. Apart from a very attractive
tax free base salary, Sultan Qaboos University offers free furnished accommodation,
excellent recreational facilities on campus, subsidized schooling for up
to two children, 60 days annual leave with return air tickets, end of service
gratuity, and free medical treatment in Government Hospitals in the Sultanate.
Enquiries can be addressed to the Dean of the College of Agriculture, Prof.
Mattheus F. A. Goosen, at theog@squ.edu.om. Applications should include
a statement of interest, a detailed curriculum vitae, names and addresses
of three referees and reprints of the applicant’s three most important scientific
contributions in the field of seafood biotechnology. The position will
remain open until filled, but applications received before December 31st
will be given highest priority. The University reserves the right not
to make an appointment.
Please send applications, quoting our Ref: ADV/AGR/---/---, to :
The Director, Personnel Affairs
Sultan Qaboos University
P.O. Box 50, Al-Khod 123
Sultanate of Oman
E-mail: personel@squ.edu.om or nair@squ.edu.om