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Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Scientist Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics

Q: Where is the Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Scientist Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics role at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology based?

This role is based in King, NC, US.

Q: What polymers or materials does this Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Scientist Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics role work with?

conjugated polymers, organic semiconductors, polymer thin films.

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Scientist Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics role?

GIWAXS, Raman, FTIR, UV-vis, electrical transport measurements.

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Research doped conjugated polymers and organic semiconductor thin films, linking processing, microstructure and electrical performance.

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Why it is interesting. Focused work on molecular doping of conjugated polymers, tying processing and microstructure to electrical performance across GIWAXS, spectroscopy and transport.

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Core polymer rolePostdoc on doped conjugated polymers and organic semiconductor thin films; GIWAXS, Raman, FTIR, UV-vis, electrical transport; structure-property relationships

Seniority: Postdoc
Work: On-site
Type: Postdoc
Degree: PhD
Industry: Electronics
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Materials

conjugated polymers3 roles organic semiconductors5 roles polymer thin films1 role

Techniques

GIWAXSRaman18 roles FTIR257 roles UV-vis20 roles electrical transport measurements1 role

Role details

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: Postdoc Positions: Physical Science and Engineering Division (postdoc): Material Science and Engineering (postdoc) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Location

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)

Open Date

Sep 08, 2026

Description

Are you passionate about organic electronic materials and doped conjugated polymers, and how they connect processing, microstructure, and electrical performance?

Prof. Derya Baran’s research group OmegaLab at KAUST is looking for a researcher to help drive projects on doped conjugated polymers and organic electronic materials. The main need is a strong materials-science or applied physics profile with hands-on experience in thin-film processing, molecular doping, and advanced characterization. We are looking for someone who can connect processing, microstructure, spectroscopy, and electrical performance, and who is comfortable working in a collaborative experimental environment.

If you are enthusiastic about working at the forefront of organic electronics and functional polymer materials, please don't hesitate to apply.

We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the following:

Doping of conjugated polymers and other organic semiconductor thin films
Thin-film fabrication, processing optimization, and experimental troubleshooting
Materials characterization using techniques such as GIWAXS, Raman, FTIR, UV-vis, and electrical transport measurements
Understanding structure-property relationships in functional polymer materials
Contributing to collaborative projects in organic electronics, energy-harvesting materials, and related device platforms

Qualifications

We are especially interested in candidates with a PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and with a solid experimental background in organic semiconductors, polymer thin films, or closely related functional materials. The right person should be able to work independently in the lab, interpret complex datasets critically, and communicate clearly with students and collaborators.

Strong candidates may bring experience in one or more of the following areas:

Molecular doping of organic semiconductors
Thermoelectrics, OFETs, OPVs, or related organic electronic devices
Correlative characterization across structural, spectroscopic, and transport techniques
Stability studies, stress testing, and degradation analysis in thin films
Mentoring students and contributing to shared experimental workflows

Experience in Python or similar tools for data analysis, visualization, and automation would be an advantage, especially for handling large experimental datasets and improving reproducibility.

Application Instructions

Application should include:

Cover letter describing your research experience, interests, and plans
CV including list of publications
Names and contact information of 2 references

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.