Research Export Control Senior Specialist

This role serves as KU’s internal subject-matter expert for export control matters relating to research. The Senior Specialist ensures that sensitive, restricted, or high-risk research activities are identified early and managed proportionately in accordance with applicable UAE non-proliferation regulations and, where legally triggered, relevant foreign export control laws. The position plays a key enabling role, supporting compliant international collaboration, responsible commercialization, and secure management of controlled technologies, while preserving academic freedom and minimizing administrative burden for low-risk research.

Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in law, International Trade, Compliance, Research Administration, or a related field with preference for Master, Ph.D. or JD degree holders.  • Professional training or certification in export control or trade compliance is an asset.  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and build relationships in a university environment. Required Experience • Demonstrated experience classifying dual-use goods, software, or technology under national control lists.  • Experience preparing and managing export permits, authorizations, and EUCs.  • Familiarity with UAE non-proliferation regulations and Goods Schedule.  • Experience working within research institutions, universities, or high-technology environments preferred. •  A minimum 7 years of experience.

Serve as KU’s internal subject-matter expert for export control matters relating to research. Identify sensitive, restricted, or high-risk research activities early and manage proportionately in accordance with UAE non-proliferation regulations and relevant foreign export control laws. Support compliant international collaboration, responsible commercialization, and secure management of controlled technologies, while preserving academic freedom and minimizing administrative burden for low-risk research.