Postdoctoral Fellow, Mechanical Engineering at Khalifa University

Location AE

Organization Name Mechanical Engineering at Khalifa University

About University

The newly-established Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KU) combines the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MI), the Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research (KUSTAR) and the Petroleum Institute (PI) into one world-class, research-intensive institution, seamlessly integrating research and education to produce world leaders and critical thinkers in applied science and engineering. Khalifa University endeavors to be a leader among research intensive universities of the 21st century, while catalyzing the growth of Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s rapidly developing knowledge economy.

Brief Description

To provide high quality research support and undertake internationally competitive research aimed at publication thereby contributing to the academic and research mission of the University
Since the Postdoctoral, experience is transitional to becoming an independent researcher or faculty member, the Postdoctoral tries their best to acquire the varied skills necessary to advance their career with guidance from the advisor. These skills include, but are not limited to, the ability to present research plans and findings in a convincing style, both in oral and written modes of communication, the ability to understand research group management and supervision of others, the ability to establish contacts and network with colleagues pursuing a similar research agenda, the ability to organize and teach a class or a course if more inclined towards a teaching career.

Detailed Description

Strategic Responsibilities

The successful Post Doc candidate is expected to lead the design, develop and validate an innovative on-chip photonic sensing platform based on graphene-sensitized mid-infrared nanophotonic waveguides for spectroscopic monitoring of blood pattern changes in ICU patients. The platform will enable the monitoring of blood biomarker patterns and underlying physiological processes signalizing improvement or deterioration of the patient condition. Infrared spectroscopy has proven its potential as a reliable tool for probing biomarkers for various diseases via plasma, serum, and blood cell samples.

Operational Responsibilities

The successful candidate needs to demonstrate a high degree of multidisciplinary with top expertise in the field of infrared spectroscopy, optic system development, and nanofabrication will develop a unique nanophotonic mid-infrared sensing/monitoring lab-on-a-chip platform enabling enhanced blood profiling to accurately and dynamically evaluate the biochemical status of patients via molecular blood biomarkers, thereby assisting health personnel’s diagnostics.

The successful candidate is expected to be able to contribute in the 3 main work package of the projects i.e.:

WP 1: Waveguide development 
Overall Objective: To design and develop waveguide geometries for precise blood plasma measurements.
WP 2: Self-cleaning graphene surfaces and graphene nano-structures for signal enhancement 
Overall Objective: To develop self-cleaning and absorption-enhancing graphene surfaces for clinical use 
WP 3: Modelling for optimization of slot waveguide and graphene surface properties 
Overall Objective: To model infrared absorption enhancement and sample adhesion at graphene surfaces to support the design of waveguides and novel graphene surfaces for infrared measurements. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

NA

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Interdisciplinary PhD Degree in Engineering with expertise in Photonics, Nanofabrication, Infrared Spectroscopy, Optic System Development Engineering. 

Required Experience

• 4+ years research experience including PhD.  A previous Post doc is a plus

Must be able to independently organize, direct and manage a research team to meet project targets.  Proven track record of publication & strong presentation skills. It is important the candidate has extensive experience with nanofabrications tools 

How To Apply 

Please attach CV and Research Interest Statement

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae).