9 Research Leadership Positions jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

Lucidya is seeking an experienced AI Research Lead to spearhead our research initiatives and drive innovation in artificial intelligence. In this role, you will lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists, focusing on developing state-of-the-art machine learning models and algorithms that will enhance our products and services. Your expertise will guide the strategic direction of AI research and ensure alignment with business goals.

As an AI Research Lead, you will be responsible for designing and executing research projects, publishing findings in prestigious conferences and journals, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions in real-world applications. You will play a critical role in fostering a culture of experimentation and continuous learning within the organization.

• Lead and manage AI research projects from conception through deployment, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, incorporating cutting-edge techniques into research.
• Mentor junior researchers and promote knowledge sharing within the team.
• Collaborate with product teams to identify opportunities for AI integration and drive product innovation.
• Publish high-impact research papers and presentations at leading conferences.
• Build strong partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to foster collaboration.
• Develop frameworks for evaluating and validating AI models in real-world scenarios.

Lucidya is seeking an experienced AI Research Lead to spearhead our research initiatives and drive innovation in artificial intelligence. In this role, you will lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists, focusing on developing state-of-the-art machine learning models and algorithms that will enhance our products and services. Your expertise will guide the strategic direction of AI research and ensure alignment with business goals.

• Lead and manage AI research projects from conception through deployment, ensuring high-quality outcomes
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, incorporating cutting-edge techniques into research
• Mentor junior researchers and promote knowledge sharing within the team
• Collaborate with product teams to identify opportunities for AI integration and drive product innovation
• Publish high-impact research papers and presentations at leading conferences
• Build strong partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to foster collaboration
• Develop frameworks for evaluating and validating AI models in real-world scenarios

• Education
  • A PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field
• Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in AI research, with a proven track record of leading research projects
  • Experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in production environments
  • Familiarity with various AI/machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
  • Proven ability to publish research findings at prominent conferences and journals
• Technical Skills
  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with data manipulation and statistical analysis
  • Solid understanding of AI concepts, algorithms, and best practices
  • Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark is a plus
• Soft Skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for presenting research findings
  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Other
  • Willingness to travel for collaboration with research partners and conferences

This is more than just an engineering role—it's an opportunity to shape the infrastructure and technical future of Lucidya. You'll play a key part in scaling our platform, building a strong engineering culture, and delivering technology that empowers companies across the region and beyond.

• Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOP) to give you ownership in the company's success
• Performance-based bonuses to reward your impact and dedication
• Autonomy to lead, innovate, and grow—both personally and professionally

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Research

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Lucidya is seeking an experienced AI Research Lead to spearhead our research initiatives and drive innovation in artificial intelligence. In this role, you will lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists, focusing on developing state-of-the-art machine learning models and algorithms that will enhance our products and services. Your expertise will guide the strategic direction of AI research and ensure alignment with business goals.

As an AI Research Lead, you will be responsible for designing and executing research projects, publishing findings in prestigious conferences and journals, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions in real-world applications. You will play a critical role in fostering a culture of experimentation and continuous learning within the organization.

• Lead and manage AI research projects from conception through deployment, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, incorporating cutting-edge techniques into research.
• Mentor junior researchers and promote knowledge sharing within the team.
• Collaborate with product teams to identify opportunities for AI integration and drive product innovation.
• Publish high-impact research papers and presentations at leading conferences.
• Build strong partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to foster collaboration.
• Develop frameworks for evaluating and validating AI models in real-world scenarios.

• Education:
• A PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in AI research, with a proven track record of leading research projects.
• Experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in production environments.
• Familiarity with various AI/machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Proven ability to publish research findings at prominent conferences and journals.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with data manipulation and statistical analysis.
• Solid understanding of AI concepts, algorithms, and best practices.
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark is a plus.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for presenting research findings.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Other:
• Willingness to travel for collaboration with research partners and conferences.

This is more than just an engineering role—it’s an opportunity to shape the infrastructure and technical future of Lucidya . You’ll play a key part in scaling our platform, building a strong engineering culture, and delivering technology that empowers companies across the region and beyond.

We offer Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOP) to give you ownership in the company’s success, along with performance-based bonuses to reward your impact and dedication. As part of a fast-growing team, you’ll have the autonomy to lead, innovate, and grow—both personally and professionally.

Lucidya is seeking an experienced AI Research Lead to spearhead our research initiatives and drive innovation in artificial intelligence. In this role, you will lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists, focusing on developing state-of-the-art machine learning models and algorithms that will enhance our products and services. Your expertise will guide the strategic direction of AI research and ensure alignment with business goals.

• Lead and manage AI research projects from conception through deployment, ensuring high-quality outcomes
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, incorporating cutting-edge techniques into research
• Mentor junior researchers and promote knowledge sharing within the team
• Collaborate with product teams to identify opportunities for AI integration and drive product innovation
• Publish high-impact research papers and presentations at leading conferences
• Build strong partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to foster collaboration
• Develop frameworks for evaluating and validating AI models in real-world scenarios

• Education
  • A PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field
• Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in AI research, with a proven track record of leading research projects
  • Experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in production environments
  • Familiarity with various AI/machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
  • Proven ability to publish research findings at prominent conferences and journals
• Technical Skills
  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with data manipulation and statistical analysis
  • Solid understanding of AI concepts, algorithms, and best practices
  • Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark is a plus
• Soft Skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for presenting research findings
  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Other
  • Willingness to travel for collaboration with research partners and conferences

This is more than just an engineering role-it's an opportunity to shape the infrastructure and technical future of Lucidya. You'll play a key part in scaling our platform, building a strong engineering culture, and delivering technology that empowers companies across the region and beyond.

• Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOP) to give you ownership in the company's success
• Performance-based bonuses to reward your impact and dedication
• Autonomy to lead, innovate, and grow-both personally and professionally

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Research

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Overview

Job Purpose: responsible for driving agricultural research, developing innovative farming practices, improving crop performance, and introducing sustainable, cost-effective solutions. This role ensures that research initiatives align with company objectives, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and lead R&D projects focused on improving crop yields, soil health, pest management, and farm productivity.
• Explore and implement new agricultural technologies (e.g., precision farming, irrigation systems, seed varieties).
• Design and execute field trials, pilot programs, and experimental studies.

• Plan, manage, and oversee multiple R&D projects from conception to completion.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Analyze research data, draw conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports.

• Work closely with farm managers, agronomists, procurement, and sustainability teams.
• Liaise with universities, research institutions, and technology providers for knowledge exchange and partnerships.
• Provide technical guidance to farm teams and other internal stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance to all relevant safety and environmental management procedures and controls across all the QA department to guarantee employee safety, legislative compliance, delivery of high-quality products/services and a responsible environmental attitude
• Maintaining the financial health of the organization.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in agriculture science, Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, or related fields.

• 5+ years of experience in potato fields.
• Fully familiar with HACCP and GAP.

• Able to communicate with all levels of management and peers within the organization.
• Providing leadership
• Building and maintaining relationships.
• The ability to prioritize work and tasks under pressure.
• Ability to handle conflict effectively.
• Ability to build, implement and direct quality assurance principles and maintain the quality of delivery.

• Sets the strategic vision for the DAH Scientific Research Center.
• Leads and promotes research by overseeing the production of high quality, peer-reviewed publications by the University community.
• Ensures adherence to professional standards and ethics in prospective research.
• Liaises with the national and international research community for strategic network building and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ensures that the DAH Scientific Research Center develops an international reputation for research.
• Facilitates acquisition of sufficient research funding from various sources.
• Provides support – logistical and financial – to faculty research projects and coordinates joint research projects amongst DAH faculty, and between DAH faculty and outside researchers.
• Holds training, seminars on research methodology and publishing opportunities.
• Links faculty with research publishing outlets.
• Develops and oversees budgets, policies and procedures for the DAH Scientific Research Center.
• Monitors the progress and outcomes of all projects as well as the Scientific Research Center as a whole.
• Observes the internal and external environment to detect research needs and areas of focus for research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Risk and Crisis Management Duties:
• Guides the implementation of risk management across DAH
• Communicates key risk issues to the Departmental and Divisional Quality Assurance Committees, Planning Committee (Risk Management Sub-Committee) and the Risk and Crisis Management Unit, as needed.
• Reports on progress of risks to the Departmental and Divisional Quality Assurance Committees, Planning Committee (Risk Management Sub-Committee) and the Risk and Crisis Management Unit, as needed.
• Fosters a positive, risk-aware culture across DAH.
• Ensures new and emerging risks are identified, treated, monitored, reported, escalated and closed in line with DAH procedures
• Ensures that risk control activities in their area of responsibility are implemented
• Ensures their department members are aware of expectations in relation to risk management, by providing training.

Graduate Studies, Research and BusinessDivision

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field

• Ph.D. or equivalent.
• Strong record of published research.
• A minimum of three years of experience in a higher education management/leadership role.
• A minimum of three years administrative experience in research project management.
• Ability to develop national and international collaborations.
• Ability to create a strategic vision.
• Experience in team-leadership in research.
• Experience in supervising graduate students.
• Excellent command of both English and Arabic Language (spoken and written).
• Ability to foster a collaborative, customer-oriented working environment.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, attend to multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.

• Sets the strategic vision for the DAH Scientific Research Center.
• Leads and promotes research by overseeing the production of high quality, peer-reviewed publications by the University community.
• Ensures adherence to professional standards and ethics in prospective research.
• Liaises with the national and international research community for strategic network building and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ensures that the DAH Scientific Research Center develops an international reputation for research.
• Facilitates acquisition of sufficient research funding from various sources.
• Provides support - logistical and financial - to faculty research projects and coordinates joint research projects amongst DAH faculty, and between DAH faculty and outside researchers.
• Holds training, seminars on research methodology and publishing opportunities.
• Links faculty with research publishing outlets.
• Develops and oversees budgets, policies and procedures for the DAH Scientific Research Center.
• Monitors the progress and outcomes of all projects as well as the Scientific Research Center as a whole.
• Observes the internal and external environment to detect research needs and areas of focus for research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Risk and Crisis Management Duties:
• Guides the implementation of risk management across DAH
• Communicates key risk issues to the Departmental and Divisional Quality Assurance Committees, Planning Committee (Risk Management Sub-Committee) and the Risk and Crisis Management Unit, as needed.
• Reports on progress of risks to the Departmental and Divisional Quality Assurance Committees, Planning Committee (Risk Management Sub-Committee) and the Risk and Crisis Management Unit, as needed.
• Fosters a positive, risk-aware culture across DAH.
• Ensures new and emerging risks are identified, treated, monitored, reported, escalated and closed in line with DAH procedures
• Ensures that risk control activities in their area of responsibility are implemented
• Ensures their department members are aware of expectations in relation to risk management, by providing training.

Graduate Studies, Research and BusinessDivision

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field

• Ph.D. or equivalent.
• Strong record of published research.
• A minimum of three years of experience in a higher education management/leadership role.
• A minimum of three years administrative experience in research project management.
• Ability to develop national and international collaborations.
• Ability to create a strategic vision.
• Experience in team-leadership in research.
• Experience in supervising graduate students.
• Excellent command of both English and Arabic Language (spoken and written).
• Ability to foster a collaborative, customer-oriented working environment.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, attend to multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.

A leading global market research company is seeking an Account Director with a strong background in qualitative research to lead their Riyadh office in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be fully responsible for achieving profitability and revenue targets across a diverse client portfolio. They will provide strategic marketing insights based on market research data, ensuring high-quality deliverables within deadlines.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Driving growth and profitability within designated sectors, contributing to the annual business plan.
2. Developing solutions to overcome barriers to profitability and growth.
3. Achieving annual gross margin and profit targets.
4. Pricing strategies to ensure success and profitability.
5. Managing revenue of 3-4 million AED.
6. Generating RFPs and maintaining the integrity of proposals and pitches.
7. Designing projects within budget while maximizing client spend.
8. Collaborating with teams and suppliers to improve processes for client benefit.
9. Negotiating with clients on project scope changes.
10. Ensuring client deliverables meet expectations and exemplify excellence.
11. Demonstrating thought leadership in the market research field.
12. Identifying and developing new clients, while nurturing existing relationships through research excellence.
13. Understanding client business and market dynamics thoroughly.
14. Motivating the team through clear communication and leadership.
15. Leading account strategy development and team communication.
16. Setting objectives and development plans for direct reports aligned with company strategy.

Language requirements:

• Arabic - Fluent/Excellent
• English - Fluent/Excellent

Additional requirements:

• Own a car and have a driving license.

• Educational background in a related field (BA/MA/BCom).
• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in market research and analysis.
• Managerial experience.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Ability to advise on research methodologies and products.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Understanding of marketing processes and project management.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.

HR Source Consulting is a leading Human Resources consultancy serving clients across the MENA region. We specialize in HR planning and solutions across various sectors including IT, media, FMCG, and more. We provide tailored recruitment, HR services, and solutions such as salary surveys, outplacement, and relocation services. Our goal is to deliver comprehensive HR solutions at all organizational levels, ensuring client satisfaction through dedicated service and expertise.