Postdoctoral Researcher/Research Scientist Position - Large Area 2D Materials Growth and Devices

Physical Science and Engineering Division

Organisation/Company KAUST Department Physical Science and Engineering Division Research Field Engineering " Materials engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Saudi Arabia Application Deadline 12 Feb 2026 - 23:59 (Asia/Riyadh) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 12 Feb 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

We are seeking motivated researchers with expertise in large-area 2D materials growth for sensor and transistor applications. The focus is on developing wafer-scale 2D materials using CVD, PLD, Sputtering or MOCVD systems for microelectronics and emerging sensor technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize wafer-scale 2D materials, including TMDCs, MXenes, and MOFs, for microelectronics applications.
• Improve material quality by reducing defects and enhancing large-area uniformity and continuity.
• Perform detailed structural, chemical, and electrical characterizations using XRD, SEM, TEM, Raman spectroscopy, and PPMS.
• Use cleanroom nanofabrication processes to build 2D-material-based electronic devices.
• Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.

About KAUST

KAUST, located on the Red Sea near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is a globally renowned research university with world-class facilities and a diverse community representing over 100 nationalities. KAUST ranks first in the world for citations per faculty according to QS rankings and offers an unparalleled environment for innovation and research. For more information, visit .

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.

Where to apply

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Requirements

Research Field Engineering " Materials engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Engineering " Electrical engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Physics " Other Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physical Science, or a related field with a focus on 2D materials growth and devices.
• Strong experience in growing 2D materials and fabricating devices. Experience with PLD, CVD, MBE, MOCVD, Sputtering and ALD with be a big surplus.
• Proficiency in advanced characterization techniques (XRD, SEM, TEM, Raman spectroscopy, microprobe station) and cleanroom nanofabrication processes.
• Proven ability to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results effectively.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Specific Requirements

To apply, please send your resume, a detailed publication list, and contact information for three references to:

• Prof. Husam N. Alshareef/ Dr. Xiangming Xu

ONLY SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED BY E-MAIL.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Engineering " Materials engineering Years of Research Experience None

Additional Information

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Free on-campus housing
• Health insurance
• 22 days of annual vacation
• Additional benefits
  

Eligibility criteria

• Strong experience in growing 2D materials and fabricating devices. Experience with PLD, CVD, MBE, MOCVD, Sputtering and ALD with be a big surplus.
• Proficiency in advanced characterization techniques (XRD, SEM, TEM, Raman spectroscopy, microprobe station) and cleanroom nanofabrication processes.
• Proven ability to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results effectively.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  

Selection process

To apply, please send your resume, a detailed publication list, and contact information for three references to:

• Prof. Husam N. Alshareef/ Dr. Xiangming Xu

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Country Saudi Arabia State/Province Makkah City Thuwal Postal Code 23955 Geofield