Post-doctoral - Hard Carbon Synthesis for Energy Storage

We are seeking postdoctoral researchers with expertise in hard carbon synthesis for energy storage applications. This position focuses on developing hard carbon materials derived from bio-based or non-bio-based sources, with applications in energy storage and other emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Develop and optimize hard carbon synthesis processes using bio-based and non-bio-based precursors.

·      Explore innovative methods to enhance material properties for energy storage applications and other emerging technologies.

·      Conduct detailed structural, chemical, and electrochemical characterizations of synthesized hard carbon materials. Analyze material performance using advanced techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, BET, Raman spectroscopy, and electrochemical testing.

·      Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including chemists, material scientists, and engineers.

·      Manage day-to-day research activities, including experiment design, execution, and troubleshooting.

·      Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.

Compensation Package:

·      Competitive tax-free salary

·      Free on-campus housing

·      Health insurance

·      22 days of annual vacation

·      Additional benefits

About CREST:

The Center for Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies (CREST) at KAUST aims to develop renewable energy and storage technologies that help Saudi Arabia achieve its environmental and economic goals. Through strategic partnerships, cutting-edge research, and workforce training, the center will spearhead the prototyping and eventual commercialization of renewable energy and storage solutions that secure the Kingdom’s industrial competitiveness and empower its ambition to expand into new sustainability-centered economic sectors. CREST aims to focus on home-grown technologies, invented at KAUST.

About KAUST:

KAUST is located on the shores of the Red Sea near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and welcomes exceptional students, researchers, and faculty from around the world. Our university is internationally diverse with over 100 Nationalities living and working on campus. KAUST boasts world-class equipment, research and recreational facilities, and computational resources. It is the leading university in citation per faculty according to the QS Rankings. Further information can be found at www.kaust.edu.sa .