anybody from Al-Qassim

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Member since 11 November 2010

SciFemMember11 November 2010 14:42:43

I am New to these forums.

I am A PHD in Lifescience and recently have been offered a job as assistant prof in Al-Qassim University.
The salary package mentioned is
SALARY: - Basic salary as per KSA govt. Norm + 15 % inflation of Basic + SR 400 Experience allowance + Accommodation+ Transportation+ Furnishing allowance

Can anybody tell if its a decent salary to Survive?How much does that come to permonth
Also whats the cost of living in Al-Qassam??

shahab.ali ViP

Member since 14 March 2010

shahab.aliViP11 November 2010 15:30:32

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wats KSA government norm??

SciFem Member

Member since 11 November 2010

SciFemMember12 November 2010 04:55:08

Just now have got to know the package..
Its 5600SR basic + 15% inflation of basic + 500 Transportation
That accounts to SR 6940
Accommodation 25000 SR annually and initial 12500 SR furniture allowance.

Is it enough to survive and whats the cost of living in Al-qassim

MadMaz EB member+

Member since 20 May 2010

MadMazEB member+12 November 2010 05:17:13

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I'm sorry for being kind of off topic, but is that really what they pay for a PHD?! Oh I'm so glad I didn't even bother trying to get one...

Anyway, don't mind my comment ma'am coz this package is considered good by many, I'm just comparing with other professions. Cost of living may vary depending on your own quality of life standards. 25k should be enough for a good appartment in Qassim. Furniture will certainly cost more than 12.5K but that amount will buy you the basics you need.

Good luck...

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