Postdoc Fellowships 

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified Postdoctoral Researcher to join our research team in the field of carbon capture and conversion, with a focus on developing advanced materials and technologies for sustainable CO₂ separation and transformation. The successful candidate will lead innovative research on CO₂ capture and its catalytic conversion into value-added chemicals and fuels. Additionally, the researcher will investigate and optimize the kinetics and mechanisms of CO₂ adsorption and reduction using novel materials such as MOFs, COFs, and other emerging porous and hybrid materials.

 Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct cutting-edge research on CO₂ capture from flue gases and air using nanostructured materials.
  • Develop, functionalize, and characterize advanced porous materials (e.g., MOFs, COFs, and related composites) for CO₂ capture and conversion
  • Investigate the kinetics, thermodynamics, and mechanisms of CO₂ adsorption, activation, and reduction
  • Explore catalytic and photocatalytic pathways for converting captured CO₂ into useful chemicals (e.g., methanol, formic acid, syngas)
  • Prepare high-impact publications and presentations for conferences and journals
  • Participate in regular group meetings and collaborate with team members and external partners
  • Participate in the support and guidance of graduate students

 Required Skills and Qualifications:

  •  Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering
  • Strong background in CO2 capture (including Direct Air Capture) and catalytic conversion
  • Strong background in the design, modification, characterization, and use of nanostructured materials for adsorption and catalysis.
  • Solid understanding of reaction kinetics and mechanisms related to gas–solid catalytic systems
  •  Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Strong publication record in reputable journals.

Minimum Requirements

(All of the following conditions must be strictly met. Applications not meeting these criteria will be automatically excluded.)  

In addition to the required skills and qualifications, the following criteria are mandatory for consideration for the position:

  • PhD awarded in or after 2021.
  • No D or F grade (or equivalent) throughout the applicant’s academic studies.
  • An average of 5 publications per year in Q1/Q2 journals in the past 2-4 years
  • The PhD-granting university must be ranked in the top 200 by QS University Rankings, both overall and by subject.

 Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in CO₂ capture via adsorption
  • Experience in CO₂ conversion techniques, such as catalytic hydrogenation, photocatalytic reduction, or electrochemical transformation.
  • Experience in the synthesis, characterization, and surface engineering of porous materials, especially MOFs, COFs, or other novel hybrid adsorbents/catalysts  
  • Experience in wastewater treatment (i.e., organic and inorganic pollutants removal from water) is not essential, but highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with reaction kinetics modeling, techno-economic analysis, or life cycle assessment is a strong plus.

     How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

  1. A detailed CV, including a list of publications.
  2. A cover letter highlighting relevant skills and experience.
  3. All Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
  4. Contact information for at least two references.

 

Submit your application to: onaizi@kfupm.edu.sa,  irc-htcm@kfupm.edu.sa
Subject Line: Postdoctoral Application: Carbon Capture and Conversion