Post-doctoral Positions (Battery)

Karlstad University; Thuwal; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Tax-free salary

22 days annual vacation

Additional benefits

Job summary

KAUST is seeking talented postdoctoral researchers in the Physical Science and Engineering Division to work on next-generation battery technologies. The project spans extreme-temperature, Li/Na metal anodes, and solid-state batteries with strong translational potential.

Responsibilities include designing experiments, conducting electrochemical tests, characterizing materials, and publishing results while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong background in battery study (cathode, Li/Na-based systems, solid electrolytes, etc.).
• Hands-on experience and solid understanding of electrochemistry and battery interfacial chemistry.
• Solid publication record in top-tier journals.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental plans to develop and optimize next-generation battery materials, electrolytes, and full cells.
• Perform advanced electrochemical testing and diagnostics (e.g., galvanostatic cycling, rate capability, EIS, CV, GITT/PITT) and interpret results.
• Characterize materials and interfaces using XRD/SEM/TEM/XPS/Raman/FTIR; relate structure to performance.
• Develop robust protocols for cell fabrication, quality control, and data management.
• Prepare technical reports, manuscripts, and conference presentations; aid in proposal writing.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and mentor students; maintain lab safety and documentation.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Battery materials

Materials characterization

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

XRD

SEM/TEM

XPS

Raman/FTIR

DSC/TGA

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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: Postdoc Positions: Physical Science and Engineering Division (postdoc): Material Science and Engineering (postdoc)

Location

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

Open Date

Jan 13, 2026

Description

We are seeking talented postdoctoral researchers with expertise in advanced battery technologies with strong translational and commercialization potential. The project focuses on next-generation batteries in three parallel research directions: extreme-temperature (high- or low-temperature) batteries, lithium- and/or sodium-based batteries, and solid-state batteries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experimental plans to develop and optimize next-generation battery materials, electrolytes, and full cells.
• Perform advanced electrochemical testing and diagnostics (e.g., galvanostatic cycling, rate capability, EIS, CV, GITT/PITT as needed) and interpret results to identify failure mechanisms.
• Conduct materials and interfacial characterization using appropriate techniques (e.g., XRD, SEM/TEM, XPS, Raman/FTIR, DSC/TGA), and correlate structure–property–performance relationships.
• Develop robust, reproducible protocols for cell fabrication (especially pouch where applicable), quality control, and data management.
• Prepare technical reports, manuscripts, and conference presentations; contribute to proposal writing and project documentation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and mentor students; maintain excellent lab safety and documentation practices.

Compensation Package:

• Competitive, tax-free salary
• Free on-campus housing
• 22 days of annual vacation
• Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in battery study (cathode, Li/Na metal anode, solid electrolyte, etc.).
• Hands‑on experience and solid understanding of electrochemistry and battery interfacial chemistry.
• A solid publication record in top‑tier peer‑reviewed journals.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.

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