Post-doctoral Positions -Hard Carbon Synthesis for Energy Storage

euraxess.ec.europa.eu - Jobboard; Saudi Arabia; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

KAUST seeks a Postdoc Researcher in the Physical Science and Engineering Division to enhance material properties for energy storage applications. The role involves developing innovative synthesis processes, conducting thorough characterizations, and collaborating with diverse teams. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, including a tax-free salary and free housing, making it an attractive opportunity for researchers committed to advancing sustainable technologies.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Free on-campus housing

Health insurance

22 days of annual vacation

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with a focus on carbon materials or energy storage.
• Experience in synthesizing hard carbon materials.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize hard carbon synthesis processes.
• Conduct detailed characterizations of synthesized materials.
• Publish research findings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Synthesis of hard carbon materials

Material characterization techniques

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Problem-solving skills

Education

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

Tools

XRD

SEM

TEM

Raman spectroscopy

BET analysis

Electrochemical testing

Job description

Physical Science and Engineering Division

Organisation/Company KAUST Department Physical Science and Engineering Division Research Field Engineering » Materials engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Saudi Arabia Application Deadline 15 Apr 2026 - 23:59 (Asia/Riyadh) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 15 Apr 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

• Develop and optimize hard carbon synthesis processes using bio-based and non-bio-based precursors.
• Explore innovative methods to enhance material properties for energy storage applications and other emerging technologies.
• Conduct detailed structural, chemical, and electrochemical characterizations of synthesized hard carbon materials. Analyze material performance using advanced techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, BET, Raman spectroscopy, and electrochemical testing.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including chemists, material scientists, and engineers.
• Manage day-to-day research activities, including experiment design, execution, and troubleshooting.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.

About CREST:

The Center for Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies (CREST) at KAUST aims to develop renewable energy and storage technologies that help Saudi Arabia achieve its environmental and economic goals. Through strategic partnerships, cutting-edge research, and workforce training, the center will spearhead the prototyping and eventual commercialization of renewable energy and storage solutions that secure the Kingdom’s industrial competitiveness and empower its ambition to expand into new sustainability-centered economic sectors. CREST aims to focus on home-grown technologies, invented at KAUST.

About KAUST:

KAUST is located on the shores of the Red Sea near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and welcomes exceptional students, researchers, and faculty from around the world. Our university is internationally diverse with over 100 Nationalities living and working on campus. KAUST boasts world-class equipment, research and recreational facilities, and computational resources. It is the leading university in citation per faculty according to the QS Rankings. Further information can be found at www.kaust.edu.sa .

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on carbon materials or energy storage.
• Strong experience in the synthesis of hard carbon materials from bio-based or non-bio-based precursors. Proficiency in material characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, Raman spectroscopy, BET analysis, and electrochemical testing.
• Demonstrated ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret results effectively.
• Strong track record of publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with team members from various scientific backgrounds.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for advancing sustainable technologies.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Engineering » Materials engineeringEngineering » Chemical engineeringChemistry Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

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

Eligibility criteria

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on carbon materials or energy storage.
• Strong experience in the synthesis of hard carbon materials from bio-based or non-bio-based precursors. Proficiency in material characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, Raman spectroscopy, BET analysis, and electrochemical testing.
• Demonstrated ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret results effectively.
• Strong track record of publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with team members from various scientific backgrounds.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for advancing sustainable technologies.
• Please do not send your CV to the Professor through e-mail or LinkedIn account.Candidates who do so will be excluded.
• Candidates whose research is not related to the advertised positions will be disqualified from current and future consideration.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Country Saudi Arabia State/Province Makkah City Thuwal Postal Code 23955 Street Building 9