Three Postdoctoral Positions Available in Yavuz Lab (www.YavuzLab.com) at King Abdullah Univers[...]

Physical Science and Engineering Division

Organisation / Company KAUST Department Physical Science and Engineering Division Research Field Chemistry » Other Engineering » Chemical engineering Engineering » Materials engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Saudi Arabia Application Deadline 30 Jan 2026 - 23 : 59 (Asia / Riyadh) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 30 Jan 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Yavuz Lab ( ) at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia, is accepting applications for postdoctoral scholars. Successful candidates will conduct research on the synthesis of nanomaterials for applications in energy and the environment.

We are hiring a minimum of 3 Postdocs for the following research themes :

The successful candidates must have degree(s) in chemistry or related field and be within 4 years of their Ph.D. conferral. Key qualities we look for : (1) Demonstrated academic excellence, (2) Innovative thinking, (3) Creative writing, (4) Proactive performance, (5) Proven wet lab synthetic and characterization skills, and (6) Exceptional communication and teamwork.

Specific Requirements

Proven wet lab synthetic and characterization skills.

Research experience in one or more of the following research themes :

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Metal Capture from Water
• Electrochemical Water Splitting
• Process Design and Scale-up

For the initial screening, please submit your CV with a detailed list of publications at this link : . Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact the finalists and give further instructions. Positions will remain open until filled.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Chemistry » OtherEngineering » Chemical engineeringEngineering » Materials engineering

Additional Information

A generous package is offered that includes a competitive tax-free salary (no less than $50k / year) with relocation support and annual travel allowance, free on-campus housing, free health insurance (global coverage) for the entire family and dependents, and free education for up to 2 kids at the KAUST international school.

Eligibility criteria

The successful candidates must have degree(s) in chemistry or related field and be within 4 years of their Ph.D. conferral.

Selection process

All applicants will be evaluated on a rolling basis. The application will be closed as soon as a candidate has been accepted for this position.

Number of offers available 3 Company / Institute King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Country Saudi Arabia State / Province Makkah City Thuwal Postal Code 23955 Geofield

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