Job Description

Post-doctoral Positions – MXene Devices

Institution: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Division: Physical Science and Engineering Division
Department: Material Science and Engineering
Location: Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

Position Overview

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is inviting applications from talented postdoctoral researchers with expertise in MXene-based device development. The position focuses on bridging materials innovation with practical device engineering, with an emphasis on next-generation MXene devices and their translational potential.

The research will cover three main directions:

• Design and synthesis of new MXene chemistries.
• Advanced liquid-crystal-enabled alignment and orientation strategies for MXenes.
• Development of application-targeted MXene devices with potential for practical translation.

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 and processing, assembly, device fabrication and performance benchmarking.
• Investigate materials–structure–property–device correlations through electrochemical and physical testing, supported by advanced characterization techniques.
• Maintain high standards in laboratory safety, documentation, data management and timely reporting.
• Publish research findings in high-impact scientific journals.
• Present research outcomes at academic conferences.
• Contribute to research proposals where appropriate.
• Mentor students and contribute to the research environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a competitive benefits package, including:

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

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted through the official PlutoEdu application form:

Application Portal: https://www.plutoedu.com/form/792303223

Applicants are specifically instructed not to send their CV directly to the professor through email or LinkedIn.

Candidates whose research backgrounds do not align with the advertised position will be disqualified from consideration for both current and future opportunities.

Only selected candidates will be contacted by email.

Interfolio Listing: https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/180050