Global Postdoc Fellowship — Lead Independent Research (3y)

Karlstad University; Thuwal; On-site; SAR 253,000 - 309,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual stipend

Research budget

Relocation allowance

Full benefits

Travel assistance

Career development

Job summary

KAUST Global Fellowship Program invites outstanding early-career scientists to join a dynamic research environment in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia. Fellows lead their own research program for three years, with substantial mentorship, a generous stipend, and access to premier facilities.

Selected candidates will pursue bold ideas aligned with KAUST priorities such as Food, Water, Energy, AI, and Red Sea exploration, with relocation support and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Final-year PhD candidates or PhD graduates within last four years.
• Ability to design and lead independent research programs.
• Strong record of scientific creativity and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent research program aligned with KAUST priorities.
• Develop a competitive research proposal and secure funding.
• Engage in mentoring and leadership activities for the team.

Skills

Independent research

Scientific leadership

Mentorship

Proposal writing

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

KAUST facilities

Job description

KAUST Global Fellowship Program invites outstanding early-career scientists to join a dynamic research environment in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia. Fellows lead their own research program for three years, with substantial mentorship, a generous stipend, and access to premier facilities.

Selected candidates will pursue bold ideas aligned with KAUST priorities such as Food, Water, Energy, AI, and Red Sea exploration, with relocation support and full benefits.