Post Doctoral Fellow

Updated: 11 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 04 Jun 2023

6 May 2023
Job Information
Organisation/Company

KHALIFA UNIVERSITY
Research Field

Chemistry
Engineering
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

United Arab Emirates
Application Deadline

4 Jun 2023 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Permanent
Job Status

Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

About Khalifa University

Khalifa University is ranked 181st  in the QS World University Rankings 2023, and the top University in the UAE, with a range of research and academic programs designed to address the entire range of strategic, scientific and industrial challenges facing our rapidly evolving world.

Its world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities provide an unparalleled learning experience to students from the UAE and around the world. Our research and academic activities cover a broad range of disciplines in engineering, science and medicine through our three colleges.

Khalifa University’s research relates to key focus sectors of relevance to the UAE’s strategic economic growth and the technology platforms that serve as foundations for these sectors. The University’s research priorities are addressed in two categories “verticals” and “horizontals” which jointly cover specific industry and sector needs, technical platforms and expertise.

KU’s focus sectors are Clean and Renewable Energy, Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production, Water and Environment, Healthcare, Aerospace, and Supply Chain and Logistics. Research in these sectors is enhanced by our research platforms of Robotics, AI and Data Science, Information and Communication Technologies, and Advanced Materials and Manufacturing as well as Fundamental Sciences.

Position Overview

KU is seeking a highly motivated Post-doctoral Fellow to work on the development of conducting polymers/frameworks as electrode materials for water desalination and value-added elemental recovery via capacitive deionization. The candidate will design novel materials and also test them in an electrochemical setup. The candidate also needs to work on existing potential conducting materials developed by other project personnel for electrochemical testing. The core part of the position is to work with a Ph.D. student and a researcher having core material synthesis expertise. 

As part of the project, the researcher will have access to state-of-the-art research equipment and facilities at the Advanced Material Chemistry Center and/or the Canter for Catalysis and Separations and will get an opportunity to work alongside researchers and graduate students from various backgrounds as part of a wider team.

Position Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge and adequate training experience in the synthesis and physicochemical characterization of functional polymers and membranes (both amorphous and crystalline).
  • Technical experience in conducting polymers.
  • Experience in electrochemistry and water research.
  • Able to work on interdisciplinary research.
  • Having demonstrated autonomy and teamwork skills.
  • Excellent written English and oral communication skills. Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Qualifications  

Candidate Profile

Essential Criteria

  • PhD from a reputable university in Chemistry or Materials Science or a related discipline.
  • Experience writing scientific or review papers;
  • A willingness to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Excellent English language communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • The proven ability to work on multiple tasks with competing demands and deadlines.
  • Ability to train and mentor students and support fellow researchers
  • Highly developed reasoning and problem-solving skills

Desired Criteria

  • PhD gained from a top 200 QS or THE ranked University
  • At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Post-doctoral researcher in academia or in industry.
  • High impact first-author publications in top 10% journals in the relevant field

Primary Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
Job: Post Doctoral Fellow
Schedule: Regular
Shift: Standard
Job Type: Full-time


Requirements
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
KHALIFA UNIVERSITY
Country
United Arab Emirates
City
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Where to apply
Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/338914/post-doctoral-fello…

Contact
City

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

STATUS: EXPIRED

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