Postdoc: Next-Gen Battery Materials & Interfaces

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-campus housing

Vacation

Benefits

Job summary

KAUST in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, invites applications for postdoctoral researchers in the Materials Science and Engineering division focusing on next-generation batteries, including solid-state, Li/Na-based, and extreme-temperature systems. You will design experiments, perform electrochemical tests, and advance materials characterization.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, publish in high-impact journals, and contribute to project proposals while maintaining rigorous lab safety and

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.

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.

Skills

Battery testing

Electrochemistry

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Tools

XRD

SEM/TEM

XPS

Raman/FTIR

DSC/TGA

Job description

KAUST in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, invites applications for postdoctoral researchers in the Materials Science and Engineering division focusing on next-generation batteries, including solid-state, Li/Na-based, and extreme-temperature systems. You will design experiments, perform electrochemical tests, and advance materials characterization.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, publish in high-impact journals, and contribute to project proposals while maintaining rigorous lab safety and