Postdoc: Micro Fracture Interfaces for Energy

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology; Thuwal; On-site; SAR 200,880 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Mechanics of Composites for Energy and Mobility (MCEM) group within the Physical Science and Engineering Division. The appointment focuses on developing in-situ testing facilities to study interfaces in non-conventional configurations for energy-related applications.

Responsibilities include leading experimental platform development for environmental loading of laminated structures,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with experience in fracture mechanics testing and microscopy.
• Experience in standard mechanical testing of composites.
• Strong publication record in reputable journals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to interphase concepts for energy applications.
• Lead development of an experimental platform for in-situ characterization under environmental loading of laminated structures.
• Plan and execute research tasks, analyze data, and publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals.
• May participate in patent applications.

Skills

Fracture mechanics testing

Microscopy

In-situ testing

Composite testing

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Job description

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Mechanics of Composites for Energy and Mobility (MCEM) group within the Physical Science and Engineering Division. The appointment focuses on developing in-situ testing facilities to study interfaces in non-conventional configurations for energy-related applications.

Responsibilities include leading experimental platform development for environmental loading of laminated structures,