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JOB OPENINGS FOR KEY SCIENTIFIC POSITIONS (Working location: Saudi Arabia)
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SABIC Technology and Innovation (T&I)
SABICs T&I consists of more than 1500 employees across 6 research- and 10 application centers around the world. The T&I organization supports SABICs global businesses in realizing its objectives by providing Best-In-Class Technology solutions.
SABIC Corporate Research and Innovation Center (CRI)
SABIC CRI was established in connection with KAUST university to focus on long term strategic research of business and technological interests to SABIC. The center is located on KAUST campus at the Red Sea with full access to KAUST state of the art core lab facilities. CRI research themes include Fundamental Catalysis, Advanced Materials, Biorenewables, Future Technologies, Solar, Water Management and Computational Science.
Job Title |
Qualification |
Required Competencies |
Responsibilities |
1. Scientist, Computational Biology |
-Ph.D. in computational chemistry, biophysics or related fields |
- Strong experience in computational biology, engineering, bioinformatics, applied mathematics, and statistics, or other field with strong emphasis on modeling and optimization or numerical analysis. - Knowledge of industry standard software development methods - Experience in developing molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo or related algorithms for biomolecular simulation - Experience with molecular modeling, computational biochemistry, bioinformatics, QSAR and ADMET modeling. - Ability to work independently and to interact with a multidisciplinary team of chemists, biologists and engineers. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, good problem solving abilities. |
- Establish general IT infrastructure to support company research including robotics and automation. - Develop data processing tools for the analysis of molecular simulations. - Perform molecular design, modeling and simulation for required molecules and compounds, - Interact with structural chemists, biologists and engineers to fulfill their application requirements. - Algorithm development to support the platform for life cycle analysis, sensitivity analysis, optimization of algae based chemical production. |
2.Scientist, Computational Catalysis |
- Ph.D. in computational chemistry |
- Broad hands-on experience in applying computational chemistry to organic and inorganic compounds. - Strong hands on experience on understanding of quantum chemistry methods, application of various (DFT, QM/MM, ONIOM, TDDFT, MD, VASP, CASSCF, QSAR, etc) computational tools. - Strong knowledge of statistical mechanics and free energy simulations - Experience in the application of quantum mechanics methods. - Programming skills - Experience in examining the chemistry and structure of small molecules and ligands. - Excellent communication skills and work experience with a diverse (experimental and theoretical) research teams. |
- Perform computational modeling of transition metal compounds, metal oxides, nanostructures, catalyzed organic oxidation, and H-H and C-C bond formation/activation processes. - Assist in the evaluation of hardware and software for molecular simulation & modeling. - Development and implementation of innovative methods and algorithms to enhance computational approaches in areas including virtual screening, library design, and cheminformatics. |
3.Scientist, Algae Research |
Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology, microbial biochemistry biology or related discipline. |
- Strong experience in system biology - A solid expertise and experience in algae culture, metabolism, growth and characterization-based research - Strong expertise in photo bioreactor and other culture system design. - Specific experience in genetic transformation tools - Hands-on experience in Gas Chromatography, Mass Spectrophotometry, HPLC, Western Blot, and Flowcytometry. - Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. |
- Create and run a high value and novel sustained research programs. - Plan and execute experiments within the overall research strategic plan. - Interact with KAUST colleagues on joint KAUST-SABIC research projects. - Build and supervise experimental station and photobioreactors. - Develop and submit technical and management reports. |
4.Scientist, CO2 Chemistry |
PhD in Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline. |
- Strong experience in CO2 chemistry, capturing and conversion to useful products such CO2 reduction, and CO2 copolymerization. - Strong hands-on experience in catalyst synthesis, testing and characterization. - Strong innovation track record in CO2 chemistry and catalytic activation. - Highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. |
- Generate innovative research ideas in the field of CO2 capturing and utilization. - Plan and execute research programs within the overall research strategic plan. - Prepare and submit technical and management reports. - Interact with external researchers from KAUST and other research institutes. - Assist/supervise in the daily operation of the CO2 chemistry labs. |
5.Group Leader, Catalysis |
- Ph.D. in Catalysis |
- Strong and diverse fundamental background in heterogeneous and homogenous catalysis for hydrocarbons and polymers. - High track record of innovation in the development of novel catalyst systems for petrochemicals and performance materials. - Strong experience in molecular modeling, reaction engineering and kinetics. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, good problem solving skills and an ability to work effectively with a diverse team of co-workers. - Strong leadership, managerial and project management skills. - Strong knowledge in intellectual property issues. |
- Establish and lead catalysis research group involved in the fundamental studies and development of novel catalysts for hydrocarbons and polymers. - Establish and run high value and sustained research programs. - Set research plan and manage resources effectively to accomplish set targets. - Initiate and execute agreed upon experimental programs aimed at satisfying research goals. - Develop in-depth understanding of the fundamental aspects of catalytic systems. - To liaise with academic and industrial research collaborators. |
6.Scientist, Heterogeneous Catalysis |
- Ph.D. in Catalysis |
- Strong and diverse fundamental background in heterogeneous catalysis. - Hands-on experience in high pressure, high temperature vapor-phase reactions. - Expertise in catalyst characterization techniques including surface analysis, porosimetry, powder XRD, XPS, DRIFT, HRTEM, UV-vis and EXAFS. - Expertise in experimental design and high throughput screening techniques. - Ability to play a key role in research group in developing independent research pathways. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. |
- To carry out synthesis, characterization and testing of heterogeneous catalysts. - Carry out reaction kinetics, simulation and investigate reaction mechanisms. - Perform analysis, interpretation of and reporting of experimental data. - Maintain safe and high quality lab operation. - Supervise and mentor lab chemists. Engineers and technicians. - Contribute to SABIC intellectual properties for catalysis through filing of relevant patent disclosures. |
7.Scientist, Polymer Catalysis |
- Ph.D. in Catalysis |
- Strong and diverse fundamental background in advanced polymer catalysis including metallocene and post metallocene . - Hands-on experience in molecular design and synthesis. - Hands-on experience in setting up and operation of bench scale reactors. - Expertise in catalyst and polymer characterization techniques including surface analysis, NMR, IR, GPC and HPLC. - Expertise in experimental design and high throughput screening techniques. - Ability to play a key role in research group and developing of independent research pathways. - Self motivated with excellent interpersonal problem solving and communication skills. |
- Initiate innovative ideas for development of novel catalysts (outside the box) for new types of polymeric materials. - To carry out synthesis, characterization and testing of polymer catalysts. - Carry out reaction kinetics, simulation and investigation of reaction mechanisms. - Perform analysis, interpretation of and reporting of experimental data. - Maintain safe and high quality lab operation. - Supervise and mentor lab chemists, engineers and technicians. - Contribute to SABIC intellectual properties for catalysis through filing of relevant patent disclosures. |
8.Scientist, Membrane Technology |
- Ph.D. in Materials/membrane science or relevant discipline. |
- Deep scientific insight in both organic and inorganic membrane separation technologies - Strong experimentation skills. - Hands on experience in synthesis, fabrication and evaluation of different types of membrane support materials for gases and liquid separations such as hydrocarbons, H2, and CO2. - Ability to play a key role in research group and developing of independent research pathways. - Self motivated with excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills. |
- Build and lead a research team in the area of membrane technology and support materials. - Work closely with the membrane science and engineering teams to evolve new technology platforms and devise innovative solutions - Initiate and execute innovative research projects within the research strategic plans. - Work with team members to ensure that experimental work plans, data analysis and interpretation are meeting high scientific standards. - Supervise and mentor lab chemists, engineers and technicians. - Prepare and submit technical and management reports. |
9.Scientist, Advanced Materials |
- Ph.D. in Material Science, Organic Chemistry or relevant discipline |
- Strong knowledge and know-how in synthesis and evaluation of polymeric materials for solar/membrane/ electronic applications. - Profound insight in photovoltaic research. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, good problem solving skills and an ability to work effectively with a diverse team of co-workers. - knowledge with electrical circuit theory and analysis as well as semiconductor device theories. - Acquaintance with semiconductor device design, fabrication and characterization. |
- Work closely with solar energy group at KAUST focusing on synthesis and development of advanced materials for photovoltaic cells. - Initiate and execute innovative research programs within strategic plan. - Build and supervise materials synthesis lab. - Mentor lab chemists, engineers and technicians. - Prepare and submit technical and management reports. |
10.Chemist/Chemical Engineer, Catalysis |
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering. - Min. 5 yrs of hands on experience in the field |
- Good knowledge in polymer and/or chemical catalysis. - Very good skills in catalyst synthesis, supporting and characterization. - Very good skills in operation and troubleshooting of bench scale polymerization reactors - Familiarity with DOE, statistical and high throughput screening tools - Able to work under pressure and flexible hours to meet deadlines. - Must be a team player, self motivated, ability to perform multitasks with minimal supervision. - Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. |
- Plan and execute assigned experimental plans. - Safe and efficient operation of catalysts synthesis and polymerization reactors. - Maintain good Lab housekeeping - Controlling of lab supplies and chemicals inventory - Arrange for sample analysis, data collection and reporting. |
11. Chemist/ Chemical Engineer Advanced Materials |
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemistry, Material Science or Chemical Engineering - Min. 5 yrs of hands on experience in the field |
- Good knowledge in material synthesis and characterization especially advanced materials for photovoltaic and membrane applications. - Familiarity with DOE and statistical tools - Able to work under pressure and flexible hours meet deadlines. - Must be a team player, self motivated, ability to perform multitasks with minimal supervision. - Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. |
- Plan and execute assigned experimental plans. - Responsible for day to day operation of material science lab. - Controlling of lab supplies and chemicals inventory - Arrange for sample analysis, data collection and reporting. |