Post-doctoral Positions (MXene device)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

On-campus housing

22 days of annual vacation

Job summary

KAUST invites talented postdoctoral researchers to join the Materials Science and Engineering Division to advance MXene-based device development. The project bridges materials innovation with practical device engineering, focusing on new MXene chemistries, liquid-crystal alignment strategies, and translational device prototypes.

You will lead independent research, establish reproducible synthesis and fabrication workflows, perform advanced characterization, publish findings, and mentor students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in MXene research and/or 2D materials, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications.
• Hands-on experience in MXene synthesis & processing, colloids/liquid crystals and alignment/oriented assembly, MXene device fabrication and testing, or scalable environmental-related applications.
• Proficiency with materials characterization and performance evaluation (e.g., SEM/TEM, XRD, XPS, Raman/FTIR, electrical conductivity measurements, electrochemical testing as applicable).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent research on MXene-based device development, connecting materials design, scalable processing, and device-level engineering.
• Establish reproducible workflows for MXene synthesis/processing, assembly, device fabrication, and performance benchmarking.
• Perform rigorous materials–structure–property–device correlation using electrochemical/physical testing and advanced characterization.
• Maintain high standards in lab safety, documentation, data management, and timely reporting.
• Publish high-impact papers, present at conferences, contribute to proposals where appropriate, and mentor students.

Skills

MXene research

2D materials

communication

teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

SEM/TEM

XRD

XPS

Raman/FTIR

electrochemical testing

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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 MXene-based device development, bridging materials innovation with practical device engineering. The project focuses on next-generation MXene devices related to the following research directions: design and synthesis of new MXene chemistries, advanced liquid-crystal-enabled alignment/orientation strategies for MXenes, and construction of application-targeted MXene devices with translational potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead independent research on MXene-based device development, connecting materials design, scalable processing, and device-level engineering.
• Establish reproducible workflows for MXene synthesis/processing, assembly, device fabrication, and performance benchmarking.
• Perform rigorous materials–structure–property–device correlation using electrochemical/physical testing and advanced characterization.
• Maintain high standards in lab safety, documentation, data management, and timely reporting.
• Publish high-impact papers, present at conferences, contribute to proposals where appropriate, and mentor students.

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 MXene research and/or 2D materials, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications.
• Hands-on experience in at least one of the following: (i) MXene synthesis & processing, (ii) colloids/liquid crystals and alignment/oriented assembly, (iii) MXene device fabrication and testing, or (iv) scalable environmental-related applications (e.g., seawater-related).
• Proficiency with materials characterization and performance evaluation (e.g., SEM/TEM, XRD, XPS, Raman/FTIR, electrical conductivity measurements, electrochemical testing as applicable).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

ONLY SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED BY E-MAIL.

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