Compensation

First image: KAUST's globally competitive pay structure is the core of its Total Rewards package. Salaries are offered on a graded system that includes all positions within the University.Highly Competitive Salaries

KAUST's globally competitive pay structure is the core of its Total Rewards package. Salaries are offered on a graded system that includes all positions within the University.

Attractive Incentives

In addition, KAUST provides a number of additional financial rewards to eligible faculty and staff. Details and finalized terms will be available to individuals upon an offer of employment at KAUST.



Overseas and Competitive Allowances

Overseas Incentive Allowance

Faculty and administrative staff will embark on an exciting overseas work experience; this allowance is designed to help make their assignment financially rewarding.

Local Competitive Allowance

This allowance is 20% of the base salary and is offered to all Saudi Arabian staff across all grade codes and expatriates in Support (S) grade code. It is designed to encourage individuals to accept employment opportunities in Thuwal as a remote area. KAUST staff will receive an allowance that places them competitively both locally and in the global market for their professional field.

Second image: KAUST offers a range of jobs for potential employees