Postdoctoral Fellow Position at Alfaisal University
Alfaisal University’s College of Science and General Studies is seeking an excellent postdoctoral candidate with expertise in chemical physics, electrochemistry, materials science, or a related field. The successful candidate will develop graphene-based nanocomposite materials for energy-storage devices and contribute to research on safe batteries designed for high-temperature and high-pressure environments.
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area
- Battery research and energy-storage devices
- Graphene-based nanocomposite materials
- Electrochemistry and electrochemical methods
- Materials chemistry and materials science
- Chemical physics, physical chemistry, and polymer chemistry
- Li-ion batteries
Location
College of Science and General Studies, Alfaisal University, Saudi Arabia
Eligibility and Qualifications
- A PhD, or an equivalent foreign degree, in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline.
- The scraped vacancy states that candidates must have completed their PhD between September 2016 and January 2018.
- Relevant research experience in materials chemistry is required.
- A background in battery research, particularly Li-ion batteries, is highly desirable.
- Competence in electrochemistry and electrochemical methods is strongly preferred.
- Experience with materials-characterization techniques, especially spectroscopic methods, is useful.
- Knowledge of physical chemistry or polymer chemistry will be an advantage.
- Excellent written and spoken English is required.
Job Description
The postdoctoral fellow will design and synthesize novel graphene-based nanocomposite materials and investigate their use in energy-storage devices. The primary focus of the project is the development of safe batteries capable of operating under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions.
Key Duties
- Design and synthesize graphene-based nanocomposite materials.
- Construct batteries and conduct electrochemical testing.
- Perform materials characterization using spectroscopy and microscopy.
- Apply thermogravimetric methods to analyze relevant materials.
- Support research into safe, high-temperature and high-pressure battery technologies.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Alfaisal University vacancy page for application instructions and submission requirements. Applicants should prepare documents demonstrating their academic qualifications, relevant research experience, and expertise in battery research, electrochemistry, or materials characterization.
Last Date to Apply
Open Until Filled. Candidates should check the official vacancy page for the current application status and deadline.
Apply Link
View the official vacancy and apply
Alfaisal University is committed to an inclusive workplace, equal opportunities, excellence, and diversity. Applications are welcomed from qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
