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

KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology) · Thuwal, Saudi Arabiatoday

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Drive research on doped conjugated polymers and organic electronic thin films, connecting processing, microstructure, and electrical performance.

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Why it is interesting. Work at the forefront of organic electronics with GIWAXS, Raman, and transport measurements to link processing, microstructure, and performance.

Might not be for you. Postdoc-level, PhD required; based in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, with heavy hands-on lab work.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge PhD scientists on the teamPublishes regularlyWorks with universitiesRoom for your own research Hiring manager named

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Core polymer roleDoping of conjugated polymers and other organic semiconductor thin films; thin-film processing, molecular doping, GIWAXS, FTIR, structure-property relationships in functional polymer materials

Seniority
Postdoc
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
PhD
Industry
Electronics
Role
Academic / Postdoc
Materials
conjugated polymers2 rolesorganic semiconductors4 rolespolymer thin films1 rolethermoelectric materialsorganic photovoltaic materials2 roles
Techniques
GIWAXSRaman spectroscopy20 rolesFTIR195 rolesUV-vis spectroscopy5 roleselectrical transport measurementsstability/stress testingdegradation analysis

Role details

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

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 Should Include

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

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Common questions

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

This role is based in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.

What degree is required for the Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Scientist Materials Science and Engineering and Applied Physics role at KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology)?

This role requires a PhD.

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.

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

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