EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT BESE

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FACULTY OPENINGS

The Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division invites applications for faculty positions at all ranks (Assistant, Associate and Full Professor). Active searches are listed below; please use the dropdown links to view further information and to navigate to the application page.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only applications submitted through the online form will be considered. Applications received by the advertised deadline will receive full consideration. However, positions will remain open until filled.​


Faculty position in Groundwater Hydrology

​The Biological and Environmental Sciences and Engineering (BESE) Division at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), in collaboration with the Water Desalination and Reuse Center, invites applicants to apply for a Faculty position in Groundwater Hydrology.

The successful candidate will lead a cutting-edge research program that seeks to address critical problems in the management of the regions groundwater systems, as well as to explore research opportunities relevant to the water, oil and gas industries.

Applications are sought across a broad range of specializations. Candidates with expertise in aquifer storage and recovery, subsurface characterization and resource assessment, groundwater flow and transport, or groundwater engineering and subsurface systems are particularly encouraged to apply. An interdisciplinary background in geophysics, hydrogeology, hydrogeochemistry or geostatistics will be viewed favorably. Previous experience with groundwater management in water scarce regions is advantageous, as are complementary skills in numerical modeling, laboratory or field scale measurement and groundwater hydraulics and engineering.

Candidates should provide evidence of a high impact research program and have a commitment to teaching at the graduate level. Applications received by June 30th will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

 

 

​As part of a major initiative in strengthening research on human and animal health, the Biological and Environmental Sciences and Engineering (BESE) Division in KAUST is seeking to expand research and innovations in the fields of Infection Biology, Microbiomics and innovative technology-driven Diagnostics. Applications for faculty positions at all ranks (Assistant-, Associate- or Full-Professor) are invited from highly competitive candidates, willing to pursue innovative, fundamental-question and cutting–edge technology-oriented research to advance the fields of Infection Biology, Microbiomics and Diagnostics. Successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in Biological Science or related fields, as well as a strong publication track record in the top-tier venues of their respective areas.  KAUST is particularly interested in hearing back from high caliber individuals in the fields of Virology, Antimicrobial Resistance, Host-pathogen Interactions, vaccinology, Microbiome Engineering and Molecular Diagnostics.    

The KAUST Bioscience program offers a unique combination of an intellectually stimulating environment and access to world-class laboratories, instrumentation, and generous funding schemes. These facilities include state-of-the-art core laboratories in Genomics, Proteomics, Imaging & Characterization, Extreme Computing and Informatics, and an animal resource lab. The positions come with an internationally competitive salary, benefits, and start-up packages.

Please enclose a cover letter; a copy of full curriculum vitae with complete list of publications; a research statement; a teaching statement; and a list of at least 4 academic referees.

KAUST (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST please go to www.kaust.edu.sa. More information available at the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) (https://bese.kaust.edu.sa/).

The positions will remain open until filled.

 

KAUST is inviting applicants for a lecturer or senior lecturer position in its newly launched Bioengineering Degree Program (MS and PhD levels). This program will bridge KAUST’s strengths in Engineering, Chemistry and Biology and Chemistry. In particular, it will integrate elements of electrical and mechanical engineering, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science and materials science with biology. The program will consist of four tracks: Computational Biosciences and Digital Health, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Bioelectronics, Synthetic Biology and Microbial Engineering.

The candidate is expected to establish and teach general laboratory courses in bioengineering in at least two of the tracks, which include techniques in synthetic biology, 3D printing, fabrication/scaffolds, microfluidics, bioelectronics and measurements, bioreactors, and computational statistical components. The candidate is also expected to teach general bioengineering courses in at least two of the tracks. The candidate will also play a major role in the student admission process by performing assessment academic interviews and evaluation tests.

The candidate should hold a PhD in Bioengineering or related fields. Teaching experience with classroom and/or in laboratory setting in Bioengineering or related fields at the university level is required. The candidate must have a strong communication and organizational skills.  

KAUST offers an attractive teaching career path with a promotion scheme. The initial appointment will be up to 3 years and is renewable upon evaluation. KAUST ( https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST please go to www.kaust.edu.sa. More information available at the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) (https://bese.kaust.edu.sa/).

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, complete CV, teaching statement, teaching portfolio, and names and contact information of at least three referees. The university invites applicants from all qualified individuals but female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 30, 2019.

 

 

 

As part of a major initiative to strengthen its research in marine science, the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering (BESE) Division in KAUST is seeking to expand research and innovations in the field of marine genomics. Applications for faculty positions (Assistant or Associate Professor) are invited from highly competitive candidates willing to pursue innovative research addressing fundamental questions and developing cutting–edge technologies as applied to marine fauna. Successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in Marine Science, Biological Science, or related fields, as well as a strong publication record in the top-tier venues of their respective areas. The candidate will be expected to be affiliated with KAUST’s Red Sea Research Center. KAUST is particularly interested in applications from high-caliber individuals with expertise in adaptations to unique environmental conditions, evolutionary ecology, holobiont studies, comparative “-omics", non-model organisms, epigenetics, or other relevant topics. Preference will be given to candidates who can take advantage of KAUST’s unique access to the Red Sea, although it is not expected that this will be an exclusive focus. Few, if any, other universities offer the same combination of access to diverse tropical marine habitats and world-class laboratory facilities.

KAUST’s Red Sea Research Center offers a unique combination of an intellectually stimulating environment and access to world-class laboratories, instrumentation, and generous funding schemes. KAUST facilities include state-of-the-art core laboratories with specializations in bioscience (including genomics and proteomics), marine operations (including aquaria and a research vessel), analytical chemistry, advanced imaging, and others. Faculty positions come with an internationally competitive salary, benefits, and start-up packages.

Please enclose a cover letter; a copy of full curriculum vitae with complete list of publications; a research statement; a teaching statement; and a list of contact information for at least 4 academic referees.

KAUST (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST, please visit http://www.kaust.edu.sa. More information about the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) is available at http://bese.kaust.edu.sa/.

The positions will remain open until filled.

 

 

 

As part of a major initiative to strengthen its research in marine science, the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering (BESE) Division in KAUST is seeking to expand research and innovations in the field of coastal habitat resilience. Applications for faculty positions (Assistant or Associate Professor) are invited from highly competitive candidates willing to pursue innovative research addressing fundamental questions and developing cutting–edge technology as applied to marine habitats. Successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in Marine Science, Biological Science, or related fields, as well as a strong publication record in the top-tier venues of their respective areas. The candidate will be expected to be affiliated with KAUST’s Red Sea Research Center. KAUST is particularly interested in applications from high-caliber individuals with expertise in coastal development, climate change, adaptations to stress, ecosystem management, disturbance ecology, habitat restoration, risk mitigation, or other relevant topics. Preference will be given to candidates who can take advantage of KAUST’s unique access to the Red Sea, although it is not expected that this will be an exclusive focus. Few, if any, other universities offer the same combination of access to diverse tropical marine habitats and world-class laboratory facilities.

KAUST’s Red Sea Research Center offers a unique combination of an intellectually stimulating environment and access to world-class laboratories, instrumentation, and generous funding schemes. KAUST facilities include state-of-the-art core laboratories with specializations in bioscience (including genomics and proteomics), marine operations (including aquaria and a research vessel), analytical chemistry, advanced imaging, and others. Faculty positions come with an internationally competitive salary, benefits, and start-up packages.

Please enclose a cover letter; a copy of full curriculum vitae with complete list of publications; a research statement; a teaching statement; and a list of contact information for at least 4 academic referees.

KAUST (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST, please visit http://www.kaust.edu.sa. More information about the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) is available at http://bese.kaust.edu.sa/.

The positions will remain open until filled.

 

 

 

As part of a major initiative to strengthen its research in marine science, the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering (BESE) Division in KAUST is seeking to expand research and innovations in the field of climate change and environmental adaptations. Applications for faculty positions (Assistant or Associate Professor) are invited from highly competitive candidates willing to pursue innovative research addressing fundamental questions and developing cutting–edge technology as applied to marine systems. Successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in Marine Science, Biological Science, or related fields, as well as a strong publication record in the top-tier venues of their respective areas. The candidate will be expected to be affiliated with KAUST’s Red Sea Research Center. KAUST is particularly interested in applications from high-caliber individuals with expertise in physiology, biochemistry, ecosystem impacts of climate change, environmental stress, ecosystem modeling, pelagic systems, deep-sea biology, or other relevant topics. Preference will be given to candidates who can take advantage of KAUST’s unique access to the Red Sea, although it is not expected that this will be an exclusive focus. Few, if any, other universities offer the same combination of access to diverse tropical marine habitats and world-class laboratory facilities. The Red Sea may serve as a “natural laboratory” for climate change studies as its present-day conditions (with elevated temperature and salinity) mirror future conditions in other seas under anticipated climate change scenarios. 

KAUST’s Red Sea Research Center offers a unique combination of an intellectually stimulating environment and access to world-class laboratories, instrumentation, and generous funding schemes. KAUST facilities include state-of-the-art core laboratories with specializations in bioscience (including genomics and proteomics), marine operations (including aquaria and a research vessel), analytical chemistry, advanced imaging, and others. Faculty positions come with an internationally competitive salary, benefits, and start-up packages.

Please enclose a cover letter; a copy of full curriculum vitae with complete list of publications; a research statement; a teaching statement; and a list of contact information for at least 4 academic referees.

KAUST (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST, please visit http://www.kaust.edu.sa. More information about the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) is available at http://bese.kaust.edu.sa/.

The positions will remain open until filled.

 

 

 

Position Description:
The Center for Desert Agriculture (CDA) at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) is accepting applications for several faculty positions (open-rank) in the broad area of agroecosystems biology (AgEB). The central premise of AgEB is to treat agriculture as an integrated biological system (more than as individual parts), empowered by big data –omics, phenomics, computational biology, and multifaceted expertise — including diverse researchers who integrate and employ fundamental knowledge of plants, microbiomes, soils, ecology, evolution, and ecosystem resilience to innovate sustainable practices in a rapidly changing environment. To this end, we are seeking talented, creative and collaborative colleagues that will employ AgEB approaches to tackle fundamental and applied questions aimed at the development of sustainable cropping systems under extreme environments. All areas of plant and microbial biology will be considered. (e.g. physiology, biochemistry, genetics, plant breeding, evolution, ecology, ecosystem sciences, soil science, informatics and modeling)

Basic Qualifications: PhD with 2-3 years of Postdoctoral training.

Additional Qualifications:
Demonstrated commitment to research and teaching is desired. Dependent upon experience, candidates should provide evidence of strong scholarly potential and the interest and capacity to make novel and impactful discoveries in a collaborative setting.

Please upload the following documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae which includes full publication list
  • Research Statement (4 pages maximum)
  • Teaching Statement (2 pages maximum, including teaching philosophy an outline of 1-2 graduate course(s) to be taught
  • Diversity Statement (2 pages maximum, describing commitment and strategies to promote diversity and inclusion in a research and teaching environment)
  • a list of contact information for at least 4 academic referees


KAUST (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST, please visit http://www.kaust.edu.sa. More information about the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) is available at http://bese.kaust.edu.sa/.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15th, 2020 and positions will be open until filled.

 

 

 

As part of a major initiative in strengthening research in structural biology and advanced imaging, the Biological and Environmental Sciences and Engineering (BESE) Division in KAUST is seeking structural biologists with a strong expertise in cryo-electron microscopy. Applications for faculty positions at all ranks (Assistant-, Associate- or Full-Professor) are invited from highly competitive candidates, eager to pursue impactful research to advance fundamental biological questions, innovative technology and/or translational research. Successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in Biological Science or related fields, as well as a strong publication track record in the top-tier venues of their respective areas.

The KAUST Bioscience program offers a unique combination of an intellectually stimulating environment and access to world-class laboratories, instrumentation, and generous funding schemes. KAUST provides outstanding structural biology research facilities, including a Titan KRIOS [with phase plates, Quantum GIF Gatan filter (model 968), K2 Summit direct detector and access to powerful GPU computer clusters], NMR spectrometers (600, 700 and 950 MHz) and an in-house X-ray source. KAUST facilities also include state-of-the-art core laboratories in Genomics, Proteomics, Imaging & Characterization, Extreme Computing and Informatics, and an animal resource lab. The KAUST structure and organisation is particularly suitable for out-of-the-box interdisciplinary collaborative research, and offers strong support for translating research into impactful innovations.

The positions come with an internationally competitive salary, benefits, and start-up packages.

Please enclose a cover letter; a copy of full curriculum vitae with complete list of publications; a research statement; a teaching statement; and a list of at least 4 academic referees.

KAUST (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST please go to www.kaust.edu.sa. More information available at the Biological and Environmental Science and Engineering Division (BESE) (https://bese.kaust.edu.sa/).

The positions will remain open until filled.

 

 


POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW & RESEARCH SCIENTIST OPENINGS​

For postdocs and research scientists, KAUST offers an excellent academic and social atmosphere. These researchers enjoy highly competitive salaries and benefits, along with a truly global experience with colleagues from over 100 nationalities. Join us for an adventure!

 

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Structural and Molecular Biology (1)

Position focus:

  • Bio-inspired and self-assembly materials, protein aggregation
  • Intrinsically disordered and flexible proteins

The candidate for the postdoctoral position should be able to carry out interdisciplinary projects to study the structural and dynamic properties of Intrinsically Disordered Proteins (IDPs) and their complexes. Dr Mariusz Jaremko is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral fellows with extensive experience in the protein biochemistry and biophysical methods used for characterization of proteins and to study protein-protein/peptide interactions. Dr Mariusz Jaremko's interdisciplinary research group is focused on the design and physico-chemical and structural characterization of novel peptide/protein-based bio-inspired materials (hydro-gels, aggregates), inhibitors of protein interactions, aggregation, and liquid-liquid protein phase separation. Depending on their interests and skills, candidates will have an opportunity to expand expertise in various biophysical methods relevant to state-of-the-art Integrated Structural Biology, with a particular emphasis on solution, solid-state NMR spectroscopy and X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM, and molecular dynamics simulations (MD).

Requirements:
  • PhD in biochemistry or a related field.
  • Extensive experience in the bacterial expression systems (E.coli) and purification of recombinant proteins.
  • A strong knowledge of biophysical methods and molecular biology techniques.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
  • Effective judgment and problem solving with little or no supervision.
  • A high level of motivation and commitment to academic research.
  • Additional experience in structural biology will be regarded as an advantage.

 

 

Position focus:

  • Large multi-domain proteins, protein-nucleic acid complexes;
  • Protein structure and dynamics determined by cutting-edge NMR techniques.


The research of the group is focused on atomic-level insight into essential and topical questions of biochemistry and molecular medicine. The candidate for the postdoctoral position should be able to carry out interdisciplinary projects to study the structural and dynamic properties of multi-domain proteins and their complexes. Dr Lukasz Jaremko is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral fellows with extensive experience in the protein biochemistry and biophysical methods that are used for characterization of proteins and to study protein-protein interactions. The key experimental technique used and developed in the lab to tackle challenging macromolecular assemblies is the biomolecular nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Depending on their interests and skills, a candidate will have the opportunity to expand expertise in various biophysical methods relevant to state-of-the-art Integrated Structural Biology, with a particular emphasis on the solution, solid-state NMR spectroscopy and X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM, and molecular dynamics simulations.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry or a related field
  • Extensive experience in biological NMR
  • Familiarity with the bacterial expression systems (E.coli) and purification of recombinant proteins
  • Knowledge of biophysical methods and molecular biology techniques
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
  • Effective judgment and problem solving with little or no supervision
  • High level of motivation and commitment to academic research
  • Additional experience in structural biology will be regarded as an advantage.

 

​The overall goal is to support a multi-disciplinary program of research and development of Multi-Modalities Imaging (MMI) technologies in optical microscopy. The proposed interdisciplinary approach favors synergies between life and engineering sciences at KAUST. Candidates will work with Professor Pierre Magistretti and Visiting Professor Christian Depeursinge.

Multimodality imaging: The coherent imaging approach (DHM: Digital Holographic Microscopy) could be combined with fluorescence imaging, which constitutes the backbone of most investigations in biology. In particular: visualization and quantification by fluorescence of molecules through tagging and contrast agents will be related to the signals obtained with DHM (notably changes in the refractive index) to monitor ionic concentrations and transmembrane movements. Tagging or labelling structures, membrane proteins and cytoskeletal proteins are of particular concern. Nonlinear microscopy will further complete and enhance the assortment of imaging modalities, by providing more specific and intrinsic information: Raman spectroscopy, SRS, CARS, SHG, THG. Finally, Multi-modality imaging requires image processing in order to make the different images coincide and provide complementary data. International cooperations are planned.

 

​The Hydrology, Agriculture and Land Observation (HALO) are seeking to fill a number of post-doctoral positions across a range of exciting research topics. Candidates will need to have experience and training in at least two areas of agro-hydrological modeling, machine learning, high-resolution remote sensing or the application of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Applicants will ideally have prior experience in product or process retrieval (hydrological, agricultural or vegetation), the use of advanced remote sensing analysis techniques (i.e. data integration and analytics), as well as a strong background in programming and modeling. We are looking for outstanding multi-disciplinary researchers with interest in any of the following broad topics:

  1. Application of big-data machine learning approaches to remote sensing (e.g. land use classification, process retrieval, object tracking and monitoring, anomaly detection);
  2. Application of high-resolution satellite data for earth and environmental science applications, particularly as relates to retrieving aspects relevant to enhancing food and water security;
  3. Advanced modeling and data-integration approaches for improving crop health, nutrient and water use, or yield estimation in precision agricultural systems;
  4. Plant phenotyping approaches using UAVs, with particular experience integrating hyperspectral, lidar or thermal platforms with ground and lab based assessments.

These positions present an exciting opportunity to exploit emerging sensors and platforms for advanced earth observation, and to develop new tools and techniques for the analysis and interpretation of vast quantities of data. Evidence of published research in these areas is a prerequisite for application.

 

 

 

​The Mahfouz laboratory for genome engineering at KAUST has two postdoctoral positions in the area crop bioengineering via CRISPR/Cas systems. The goal of our research is to develop innovative tools for efficient genome engineering for targeted improvement of crop traits.

These postdoctoral research positions are focused on the following research projects:

  1. Tissue culture-free genome engineering via CRISPR/Cas9 system.
  2. Foreign DNA-free cereal genome engineering.
  3. Targeted insertions and gene stacking via HDR in cereal genomes.

 

 

 

A postdoctoral position is currently available in the Vibrational Imaging group, headed by Prof. Carlo Liberale, in the Biological and Environmental Science & Engineering Division at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST, Saudi Arabia).

The Liberale group is a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers and biologists committed to the development and application of new-generation label-free microscopy methods for biomedical research.
Among its applications, a major focus is towards understanding the role of altered lipid metabolism in cancer and, in particular, in defining the distinct characteristics of Cancer Stem Cells when compared other cells of the tumor bulk.
The laboratory is equipped with cutting edge instruments and technology in the field of vibrational micro-spectroscopy (Coherent Raman microscopy, Infrared microscopy). Additionally, KAUST offers exceptional infrastructure for scientific research and is equipped with state-of-the-art core facilities.

We are looking for an ambitious and self-motivated candidate to work on an interdisciplinary project aimed at investigating lipid dysregulation in Cancer Stem Cells by a combined approach involving biological methods and the use of our innovative Stimulated Raman Scattering microscope for quantitative imaging of lipids in live cells.

A Ph.D. degree in Biology or a related field is required. The candidate must have experience in cell culture and in standard cellular and molecular biology techniques. Experience in cancer or metabolism related research will be considered a plus.

The offered appointment is a full-time research position with a two-year contract.
A highly competitive salary is provided. Benefits: free housing; relocation support; health insurance; one round-trip airline ticket per year to visit home country.

Applications should include:
- CV
- cover letter that summarizes the research experience and areas of interests of the applicant
- Academic transcripts (unofficial/scanned is acceptable)
- contact information of at least 2 academic references.

The postdoctoral position will be open until filled.

 

 

A postdoctoral research position is immediately available in the Vibrational Imaging group, headed by Prof. Carlo Liberale, in the Biological and Environmental Sciences & Engineering Division at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST, Saudi Arabia).

The Liberale group is a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers and biologists committed to the development and application of new-generation label-free microscopy methods for biomedical research. The laboratory is equipped with cutting edge instruments and technology in the field of vibrational micro-spectroscopy. Additionally, KAUST offers exceptional infrastructure for scientific research and is equipped with state-of-the-art core facilities for imaging, characterization and micro-\nano-fabrication.

We are looking for an ambitious and self-motivated post-doctoral researcher to work on the development and application of a novel fast and broadband Stimulated Raman Scattering microscopy system, in the framework of a recently awarded grant and of an interdisciplinary project investigating lipid dysregulation in cancer cells.

A Ph.D. degree in engineering, physics, or a related field is required. The candidate must have hands-on experience with optical instrumentation, optical microscopes and ultrashort pulse laser sources. Proficiency using Matlab and LabVIEW is preferred. Experience in image analysis and Multivariate Analysis of spectroscopic data will be considered a plus.

The offered appointment is a full-time research position with a two-year contract.
A highly competitive tax-free salary is provided. Benefits: free housing; relocation support; health insurance; one round-trip airline ticket per year to visit home country.

Applications should include:
- CV
- cover letter that summarizes the research experience and areas of interests of the applicant
- academic transcripts (unofficial/scanned is acceptable)
- contact information of at least 2 academic references.

The postdoctoral position will be open until filled.

 

 

 

​We solicit applications for a postdoctoral position in Professor Himanshu Mishra’s research Group at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia (https://interfaciallab.kaust.edu.sa/Pages/Home.aspx).

Job Description:
This project lies at the intersection of physics and chemistry. We are developing and using advanced surface science platforms, including surface force apparatus (SFA) and atomic force microscopy (AFM), to understand how liquids behave under nanoscale confinement. For instance, simple vdW liquids and hydrogen bonded liquids with/without salts/zwitterions in low to ultra-high concentrations and spanning a wide pH-range. Complementary expertise in the Group affords insights through molecular simulations and analytical chemistry platforms, including mass spectrometry, chromatography, NMR, and spectroscopy. Sample publications: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpclett.9b01835https://doi.org/10.1039/C8SC05538F

KAUST offers excellent academic and social atmosphere. Postdocs and PhD scholars enjoy highly competitive salaries and benefits, along with a truly global exposure through colleagues from over 100 nationalities. Join us for an adventure!

Further information:
http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v532/n7600_supp_ni/full/532S19a.html
https://interfaciallab.kaust.edu.sa/Pages/Home.aspx
  https://postdoc.kaust.edu.sa/Pages/Home.aspx
https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Abdullah_University_of_Science_and_Technology

Qualification:

  1. The candidate should have a solid background in experimental surface science, for example, hands-on experience with surface forces apparatus and/or atomic force microscopy.
  2. Curiosity-driven, dedicated, and a team player
  3. Strong communication, analytical, and scientific writing skills

Terrific opportunities to work with experimentalists in our Group and external collaborators; mentoring young researchers and interns.

 

 

 

KAUST is an international graduate-level, merit-based research university dedicated to advancing scientific and technological education and research, acting as a catalyst for innovation, economic development and social prosperity in the region and the world. Our research strives to enhance the welfare of society with a special focus on four areas of global significance – food, water, energy and the environment. Based near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, KAUST has attracted top-notch faculty and staff from all over the world, with more than 80 nations represented on campus.

Project: Simulating physical and chemical processes at water-hydrophobe interfaces

We solicit applications for a postdoctoral position in Professor Himanshu Mishra’s research Group (Interfacial Lab) at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia (https://interfaciallab.kaust.edu.sa).

Research opportunities include:

  1. Simulating nanoconfined liquids: estimating entropy, enthalpy, free energies, and nuclear quantum effects by classical MD, Two-phase thermodynamics model, thermodynamic integration, etc., methods
  2. Chemical reactions in bulk water, gas-phase, and interfacial water – DFT, ab initio MD
  3. Wetting transitions on nanotextured surfaces; heat and mass transfer across porous media: continuum models, MD, CFD

Terrific opportunities to work with experimentalists in our Group and external collaborators. Sample publications: https://doi.org/10.1039/C8SC05538Fhttps://doi.org/10.1039/C9SC02702Ehttps://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpclett.9b01835https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-018-05895-x

Qualifications:
The candidate should have a PhD in theoretical/computational chemistry or materials science.  We expect the individual to be

  • Curiosity-driven, meticulous, dedicated, and a team player
  • Solid background in thermodynamics, quantum chemistry, statistical mechanics, computer programming, and transport phenomena; prior experience in modeling water preferred

 

 

 

​Prof. Suzana Nunes at KAUST has open positions for highly qualified postdoc candidates to work in polymeric membrane development from lab to semi-technical scale to start in April 2021.
Information on the research group is available at Nanostructured Polymeric Membranes https://npm.kaust.edu.sa
KAUST is a leading international research university in the Middle East (kaust.edu.sa) with unique facilities for chemical and morphological characterization.
The candidate should preferentially have a PhD in chemistry, polymer science, or membrane preparation and characterization. Besides the salary (contract of 2 years), KAUST will cover flight, health insurance and accommodation on campus.

 

The Mahfouz laboratory for genome engineering & Synthetic Biology at KAUST has two postdoctoral positions and one research technician position in synthetic biology and CRISPR- based diagnostics for the point-of-care applications. The goal of our research is to develop innovative technologies for pathogen diagnostics.

These postdoctoral research positions are focused on the following research projects:
1. Developing innovative technologies in CRISPR-based virus diagnostics.
2. Large-scale production and formulation of reagents into a diagnostic kit for in-field applications.
3. Design-Build and Test diagnostic point-of-care virus detection devices.
4. Design clinical validation assays of the testing kits or devices for practical field deployment and end-user applications.
These positions are available immediately and remain open until filled.

Required qualifications:
* A Ph.D. in synthetic biology, molecular diagnostics, biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, or related field is required.
* Demonstrated strong record of research productivity as evidenced by high-quality publications.
* Effective writing and presentation skills.
You are expected to have the expertise to perform the following duties efficiently:
* Design, build, test, and engineer a variety of plasmid constructions for diverse applications.
* Protein purification and catalytic activity assays.
* In vitro transcription and translation and the generation and use of cell-free systems.
* Use of CRISPR-Cas systems in biosensing.

The successful candidate will be highly self-motivated and eager to work in cross-disciplinary settings with multiple research groups and talented individuals of different scientific and cultural backgrounds. The successful candidate will join a highly interactive group with strengths in bioengineering, genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry.

Applications should include:
* A full CV with publication list,
* A 2-3-page statement of translational research interests and goals.
* Contact information for three academic references.

KAUST  (https://www.kaust.edu.sa/en), located on the shores of the Red Sea in Thuwal (80km north of Jeddah) in Saudi Arabia, is an international graduate-level research university dedicated to advancing science and technology through bold and collaborative research and to addressing challenges of regional and global significance. For more information about KAUST, please visit http://www.kaust.edu.sa.

 

 

 

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