Post Doctoral Fellow Optoelectronic Khalifa University UAE

KU is seeking a highly motivated Post Doctoral Fellow to work on the design and synthesis of novel conducting organic polymers for optoelectronic applications. The rationally designed polymers will be well characterized and tested for device fabrication and testing. The university announced this job on 21 December 2023, and they’re actively accepting applications.

Responsibilities of Post Doctoral Fellow

• Design and synthesis of both p and n type semiconducting organic polymers (supervised by Dr. Dinesh).
• Development of new approaches for polymer integration/fabrication steps (supervised by Dr. Ammar Nayfeh). University are planning to implement a novel process to fabricate thin film devices including new etching methods and lithography techniques.  The polymers will be synthesized in house and optimized before being used in two different device architectures.
• Function autonomously, ethically, and responsibly.
• Collaborate and work in a collegial manner with the research team members.
• Develop learning initiatives, and engage in appropriate technical training and professional development opportunities as required by the project leader and the University.
• Support the research group in the design and advancement of the research program.
• Carry out a specified research program under the direction of the project supervisor.
• Engage in the wider activities of the research group.
• Take responsibility for documenting the minutes of technical group meetings, and reporting the technical progress to the project supervisor and research group, periodically and in a timely manner.
• Engage in the dissemination of results in high quality peer reviewed publications as well as oral forms, independently, as directed by the project leader, and with the support of the research group.
• Aid supervision, mentorship, and training to graduate students working within the research group, as appropriate, and as directed by the project supervisor.
• Adhere to the University’s information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager.

Job Requirements

The requirements for the job role of Post Doctoral Fellow are as under:

• PhD from a reputable university in Chemistry or Material Science.
• Minimum 2 years experience in similar role.

Skills & Knowledge Desired

• Experience writing scientific or review papers.
• A willingness to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Excellent English language communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• The proven ability to work on multiple tasks with competing demands and deadlines.
• Ability to train and mentor students and support fellow researchers.
• Highly developed reasoning and problem solving skills.
• High impact first author publications in top 10% journals in the relevant field.

Research Scientist Khalifa University UAE