Careers at KAPSARC offer a dynamic work environment as well as an excellent quality of life in Riyadh. Known as the “Queen of the Desert,” Riyadh is a city of culture, history, architecture and opulence. Once a small oasis known for its date orchards, a century of development—fueled by revenue from the country’s plentiful oil fields—has created a bustling metropolis with a population today in excess of four million.
The weather is consistently warm and truly excellent from October through April, when there is rain and the air is invitingly temperate. A variety of attractions can be enjoyed, including the Riyadh Museum of History and Archaeology and historical landmarks such as Al Musmak Castle—the site associated with the founding of the Kingdom. The iconic Kingdom Centre, the tallest building in Saudi Arabia, features offices, apartments, a hotel, a fitness club and a shopping mall with more than 150 stores. Events like the Riyadh Motor Show, the most important car exhibition in the region, occur throughout the year.
The easy, convenient lifestyle of the KAPSARC campus will minimize commutes and chores, as many of the tasks of day-to-day life will be handled for Center staff. KAPSARC assists with the logistics of getting settled and acclimated for both Saudi and expatriate employees. International staff members enjoy the chance to be exposed to a new culture at the same time as they relish the social life and support offered by the expatriate community. All KAPSARC staffers appreciate the opportunity to be part of important research conducted by a world-class institution—and relish the camaraderie that comes from being part of a team that is working toward a common goal.
- KAPSARC Community. The Center offers a pleasant, active living environment that provides all the comforts of home as well as opportunities to explore a whole new world beyond its doors. Living accommodations are modern and child-friendly, and they offer a reduced cost of living. Shopping, sports, fitness and recreational amenities are available. Single employees as well as those with families will find leisure activities they enjoy.
- KAPSARC Facilities. The world-class facilities of the Center provide staff with state-of-the-art equipment and working conditions that foster creativity and attract eminent researchers, collaborators, stakeholders and participants to Center endeavors and activities.
