Description

Post Doctoral Fellow

Position Overview

KU is seeking a highly motivated Post-doctoral Fellow to work on development of Metal Organic Frameworks based heterogeneous catalysts.

The project will specifically focus on developing new multifunctional MOFs to be used as highly selective catalyst for solution phase multi-step, one-pot reactions.

As part of the project, the researcher will have access to state-of-the-art research equipment and facilities and will get an opportunity to work alongside researchers and graduate students from various backgrounds as part of a wider team.

Position Requirements

• Conduct research on the development of novel Metal Organic Framework based heterogeneous catalysts.
• Design and synthesis of suitable ligands.
• Working knowledge with different characterization equipment such as XRD (PXRD, SCXRD), microscopy (SEM, TEM), porosity measurements (BET), material testing (TGA, DSC) etc.
• Familiar with catalyst testing.
• Contribute to writing grants, drafting patents and attending conferences.
• Train new lab personnel on lab methods, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Candidate Profile

Essential Criteria

• PhD from a reputable university in Materials Chemistry or related discipline.
• Experience writing scientific or review papers;
• A willingness to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture
• Excellent English language communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• The proven ability to work on multiple tasks with competing demands and deadlines.
• Ability to train and mentor students and support fellow researchers
• Highly developed reasoning and problem-solving skills

Desired Criteria

• PhD gained from a top 200 QS or THE ranked University
• At least 2 years of relevant experience as a Post-doctoral researcher in academia or in industry.
• High impact first-author publications in top 10% journals in the relevant field

Qualifications

Desired Criteria

• PhD gained from a top 200 QS or THE ranked University
• At least 2 years of relevant experience as a Post-doctoral researcher in academia or in industry.
• High impact first-author publications in top 10% journals in the relevant field

  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).

Primary Location: Khalifa University - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job: Post Doctoral Fellow
Schedule: Regular
Shift: Standard
Job Type: Full-time