Job Information
Organisation/Company: KAUST
Department: Physical Science and Engineering Division
Research Field: Engineering » Materials engineering
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1), Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Application Deadline: 10 Mar 2027 - 23:59 (Asia/Riyadh)
Country: Saudi Arabia
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Offer Starting Date: 10 Sep 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
We seek a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our Technology Consortium, ENERCOMP, at KAUST, with a strong background in non-destructive testing (NDT) of composite materials. The successful candidate will lead experimental and computational research; evaluate and develop advanced NDT technologies; analyze data; publish research findings; and collaborate with industry and academic partners to advance inspection and structural health monitoring technologies.
Main responsibilities:
- Initiate the design, development, execution and implementation of NDT technology research projects for inspection of composites,
- Investigate the feasibility of applying new scientific principles and concepts to potential NDT inventions and products
- Evaluate NDT solutions from existing partners and provide recommendations about their suitability and path to applications.
- Define and execute NDT research tasks, analyzing data, publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting research at scientific conferences
- Assist in formulation of long-term plans for NDT development in collaboration with KAUST TTO and partners' business units
- Lead the development of an internationally recognized experimental and computational platform on NDT and Structural Health Monitoring (SHM).
- Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories and may contribute to scientific literature and conferences
- May participate in development of patent applications
- Coordinate inter-partners activities and research effort
- Support the supervision of PhD and MSc students.
Where to apply
Website: https://apply.interfolio.com/193295
Requirements
Research Field: Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Research Field: Engineering » Materials engineering
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- PhD in mechanical, materials, civil, aerospace, or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Experience as a researcher in development NDT methods for composites
- Experience as a researcher in NDT topics such as: Ultrasonic, Digital Radiography, Shearography, Thermography, Microwave, THz, and X-Ray Computed Tomography
- Advanced experience in Ultrasonic Phased Array technology or Terahertz is a must
- Experience in NDT of composite materials for Energy, Oil & Gas and/or Hydrogen is a must
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective team leadership and communication skills
- Proficiency in preparation of research project proposals, in execution of research projects, and in project budget and schedule management
- Fluent written and spoken English.
Specific Requirements
The Postdoctoral fellow will be actively engaged in student mentoring (directed research, Master thesis students). He/She will also be in charge of developing further the facilities of the laboratory. The candidate will also be in charge of delivering regular reports related to the associated grant.
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Good
Additional Information
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will enjoy a generous benefits package, details can be provided by Human Resources.
Selection process
Only applications providing all requirements will be considered further. Applicant requirements are as below. They should be numbered and attached to the application in that order:
- Detailed CV including list of publications, awards, with potential start date.
- Short statement of previous work, title of the post-doc fellowship you apply for, and a description of your vision and of your research plan on that field (the document does not need to be extensive - no more than one A4 page – but should be very high quality. It should clearly highlight a vision of the candidate in the field, a prior understanding of the related literature and the definition of key steps towards innovative results in the field. Special care should be given by the candidate to this document, which is a key element of the decision process towards recruitment.
- Names and contact information of three referees.
- Slides from a recent presentation at a conference or seminar.
- Pdf of a recent publication considered by the candidate as being representative of his research work.
Additional comments
PLEASE USE this as the subject of your email: Post Doc-MCEM24-NDT Laminated Joints/Composite Repairs
Note: Applicant will be evaluated on a rolling basis and closed as soon as the position filled.
Website for additional job details: https://apply.interfolio.com/193295
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Country: Saudi Arabia
Contact
State/Province: Saudi Arabia
City: Thuwal, Makkah
Website: https://pse.kaust.edu.sa
Street: KAUST Campus
Postal Code: 23955-6900
E-Mail: PSE.communication@kaust.ea