Post-doctoral Positions (Lithium-Ion… at King Abdullah… · Thuwal

We are seeking postdoctoral researchers with experience in the field of lithium-ion battery recycling. The focus of this position is on material recovery from cathode materials through a groundbreaking filtration and extraction processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in and lead the development of lithium-ion battery recycling technologies.
• Develop advanced separation technologies including solvent extraction, membranes, and adsorption, for recycling and purification of selected elements from the cathode materials.
• System level performance optimization of metal recovery processes.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.

Compensation Package:

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Free on-campus housing
• Health insurance
• 22 days of annual vacation
• Additional benefits

About CREST:

The Center for Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies (CREST) at KAUST aims to develop

renewable energy and storage technologies that help Saudi Arabia achieve its environmental and

economic goals. Through strategic partnerships, cutting-edge research, and workforce training, the

center will spearhead the prototyping and eventual commercialization of renewable energy and storage

solutions that secure the Kingdom’s industrial competitiveness and empower its ambition to expand

into new sustainability-centered economic sectors. CREST aims to focus on home-grown technologies,

invented at KAUST.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of mass transport processes, with a preference for candidates experienced in microfluidics. Experience in lithium-ion battery recycling or cathode material development is considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated expertise in experimental design and system setup.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for advancing sustainable technologies.

Application instructions

We look forward to welcoming candidates who are eager to advance technological innovations in the lithium-ion battery-recycling field and contribute to the development of green energy technologies! If interested, please send your resume (a detailed list of publications, and the names of three references) to Prof. Husam N. Alshareef at: crest.energy@kaust.edu.sa

ONLY SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED BY E-MAIL.