Associate Research Scientist in the Division of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - Dr. Safiya

NYU Abu Dhabi is pioneering a new model of higher education for a global world, dedicated to excellence in teaching and research and to advancing cooperation and progress on humanity?s shared challenges. Drawing on the strengths of the NYU global network, it offers an outstanding liberal arts and sciences education to students from the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and around the world, with a distinctive focus on intercultural understanding and leadership. It supports innovative research and graduate education programs that push forward the frontiers of knowledge and respond in powerful and interdisciplinary ways to vital global and local challenges.

The Khalil Research Group at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Associate Research Scientist to work on the development and application of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) for advanced water treatment and energy storage solutions. The successful candidate will join a young yet highly energytic team dedicated to leveraging chemistry, reaction engineering, and manufacturing principles to address pressing challenges in the water and energy sectors.

The appointed postdoctoral associate will conduct independent research on COF materials, focusing on their synthesis, scalability, and practical application. Key responsibilities include designing devices, processing materials, conducting experiments, publishing high-quality research, and contributing to the group?s funding efforts. The position provides a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility and engage with a collaborative and diverse research community at NYUAD.

Applicants must have a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, with at least 3 years of relevant experience in their field (not including the years obtaining the PhD or equivalent terminal degree). Excellent device engineering, experimental, and characterization skills relevant to the project are required.

For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests, a transcript, and at least 2 letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Safiya Khalil Alhashmi at Safiya.alhashmi@nyu.edu.

The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.