Postdoctoral Position in Green Hydrogen Production
Institution: | Prince Sultan University |
Location: | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
Category: | Chemistry, Physics |
Posted: | September 01, 2022 |
Application Due: | Open Until Filled |
Type: | Full-Time |
The Energy, Water, and Environment (EWE) Lab at Prince Sultan University is seeking a talented postdoctoral researcher in the field of materials science focused on green hydrogen production. The candidate is expected to have experience in the design of new complex nanostructures for the green hydrogen production. The candidate is expected to have excellent skills in the synthesis and characterisation of nanomaterials besides conducting experiments on hydrogen production as well as modelling and simulation. The candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with theoretical researchers.
Requirements:
- Recent PhD degree in physics / chemistry / materials science from a reputable institution
- Strong background in energy production, storage, and conversion in particular green hydrogen
- Excellent skills in the synthesis of nanomaterials using different methods and characterisation including but not limited to TG/DSC, XRD, FTIR, Raman, XPS, SEM & TEM, AFM, UV-vis, PL, etc
- Design and build of a reactor for the hydrogen production, calibration, and conduct experiments
- Data analysis and interpretation using fundamental concepts alongside modelling and simulation
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
- Can work independently with a cross-disciplinary team and take responsibility for the progress and quality of the work
- Has the ability to work with challenging complex projects
- Motivated and active
- Must have published a good number of papers in reputable journals related to the field
Expectations and outcomes:
- Conduct high quality research using state-of-the-art characterisation techniques
- Collaborate with the lab members to tackle interesting problems
- Contribute to EWE Lab activities and participate actively in seminars, trainings, and workshops
- Establish internal and external collaboration
- Write research proposals and attract funds
- Co-supervise postgraduate students
- Publish a good number of papers yearly in top ranked peer-reviewed journals
Position details and benefits:
- The employment will be based on a one-year contract renewable upon mutual agreement up to 4 years.
- PSU offers a competitive salary besides housing, health insurance, yearly round-trip tickets
For additional position details, benefits, and requirements please refer to https://ric.psu.edu.sa/postdoc-researcher-program.php
To apply send the following documents in one PDF file by email to nano-ewe@psu.edu.sa
- Cover letter, including motivation, research experience and skills
- Curriculum vitae including a full list of publications and the contact details of at least two references
- Undergraduate and graduate certificates and transcripts
Note: Due to high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to proceed further with their application.