Summary
United Arab Emirates University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department to research advanced membranes and electrochemical technologies for sustainable energy and environmental applications. The fellow will develop and characterize functional materials, conduct laboratory experiments, analyze results, and contribute to publications and technical reports. The role also involves supporting student supervision and collaborating with a multidisciplinary research team. Applicants need a PhD in a relevant field, research experience in membranes or electrochemical systems, hands-on experimental skills, and relevant peer-reviewed publications.
The posting
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Job description
The Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to conduct research on advanced membranes and electrochemical technologies for sustainable energy and environmental applications. The successful candidate will develop and characterize functional materials, perform laboratory experiments, analyze results, and contribute to publications and technical reports. Responsibilities also include supporting student supervision and collaborating with a multidisciplinary research team.
Minimum qualification
- A PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated research experience in membrane technology, electrocatalysis, or electrochemical systems.
- Hands-on experience in materials synthesis, characterization, and experimental data analysis.
- A record of relevant peer-reviewed publications.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a commitment to laboratory safety.
Preferred qualification
- Experience in membrane fabrication, catalyst development, or electrochemical reactor operation.
- Familiarity with carbon capture, conversion, or sustainable energy applications.
- Experience mentoring students and supporting laboratory activities.
- Knowledge of technoeconomic analysis or life-cycle assessment.
Special instructions to applicants
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Department
Chemical & Petroleum Eng.- (COE)
College or division
College of Engineering - (COE)