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Zaid - 
Researcher and Lecturer

Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

About the job

Main responsibilities

Researcher in the research unit.
Lecturer for 'Polymers' in the lab.
Lecturer and director of English Language Course for Undergraduates.
Manager of Scientific affairs and cultural relations unit in the department.

Typical day

Lecturing for English Language Module for undergraduate.
Writing parts of papers and carrying out lab experiments related to my own research.
Lecturing in the polymer lab for undergraduates.
Reviewing the administrative documents and taking the required actions regarding the responsibilities of the scientific affairs and cultural relations unit.

What do I enjoy about my job?

Teaching.

Challenging aspects

Keeping up to date with the field.
Preparing very well and work seriously to stand firm in front of the students and my boss in the job.

Skills/qualifications I use in my job?

Linguistic skills.
Computer skills.
Presentation skills.


Career information

Brief history since leaving University

May 2018 - Examination committee member.
Oct. 2018 right now- Manager of scientific affairs and cultural relations unit in the department.
Jan.2019- Attending a course of internal audition according to ISO 9001 2015

Where do I see myself in the future?

Gaining my academic promotion.
Obtaining a post doc position in a top leading university.
Expand my academic networking.
Teaching in a global academic foundation.


Advice to students

My piece of advice to students

Hard working, perseverance, and patience are the key parameters of success.



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Last updated: 03 Mar 2019