Postdoc: Next-Gen Desalination Membranes

Allocation Assist Middle East

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 170,000 - 250,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in membrane science within the Water Research Center in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The researcher will advance next-generation reverse osmosis membrane technologies for sustainable desalination of Arabian Gulf seawater, addressing high salinity, elevated temperatures, fouling, scaling and biofouling.

The position combines fundamental membrane science with practical desalination research aimed at improving permeability, salt

Qualifications

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a closely related discipline.
Strong experimental research skills demonstrated by independent productivity.
Strong publication record appropriate to career stage.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct independent, high-quality experimental research in membrane science and desalination technologies.
Investigate membrane transport, fouling, scaling, and cleaning mechanisms.
Design, fabricate, modify, and evaluate polymeric membrane materials for reverse osmosis.
Perform comprehensive membrane characterization using advanced analytical techniques.
Establish fabrication-structure-property-performance relationships for novel membrane materials.
Analyze experimental results using scientific and statistical methods.
Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
Contribute to development of intellectual property and grant proposals.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor students.