The New York University Abu Dhabi- Water Research Center (NYUAD-WRC) is seeking for a highly motivated Research Scientist to work under the supervision of Dr. Nidal Hilal, NYUAD-WRC PI, Professor of Engineering. The research scientist will be required to work on the development of new and modified processes for desalination and water treatment to address the local industrial needs. S/he will have access to state-of-the-art research equipment and facilities at the NYUAD-WRC, and will get an opportunity to work alongside graduate students, postdocs and other research scientists from various backgrounds and diverse cultural ethnicity.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside peers with unique and creative backgrounds in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science engineering and mechanical engineering.
• Conduct research on the development of novel water treatment and desalination materials for various applications including, but not limited to ultrafiltration, MBR, reverse osmosis and nanofiltration.
• Design and conduct multi-step membrane synthesis from the available state-of-the-art equipment.
• Study with due diligence the possibility of extension of lab-scale processes and advanced materials for pilot-sized applications.
• The candidate will be required to develop desk, field, and/or lab based studies to explore issues and address challenges related to desalination.
• Take part in writing grants, drafting patents and attending conferences.
• Train new lab personnel on lab methods, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Drafting SOPs and risk-assessments for laboratory equipment and chemicals.
• Performing analyses in collaboration with senior scientists locally and internationally
• Coordinate the pursuit of funding opportunities to support external collaboration and supplement internal research efforts

Required Qualifications:

• A PhD in either Chemical, Materials Science, mechanical engineering or environmental engineering.
• At least 2-3 years of research experience as postdoc (or related) in the field of research.
• Working knowledge on desalination systems and processes
• Experience writing scientific or review papers; high impact first-author publications.
• A willingness to contribute to a collaborative, supportive team culture encouraging trust and cooperation among all team members
• Detail-oriented and well organized
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• The proven ability to work on multiple projects with competing demands and deadlines.
• Ability to train and mentor students and other trainees
• Proficiency with business applications (Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook)
• Highly developed reasoning and problem-solving skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior expertise in analytical chemistry is an asset.
• Prior experience in organic chemistry
• Lead or conduct complex projects involving multiple disciplines or business units.
• Design and conduct experimental studies to advance fuel cell catalyst technology
• Analyze, interpret and summarize electrochemical data
• Experience in modelling for desalination processes
• Experience in conducting literature reviews, systematic reviews, scoping reviews, rapid reviews, or critical reviews

This position will begin in September 2021 as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance.

The salary for this position is competitive with exciting benefits, including housing, medical insurance, annual home leave allowance and (if relevant) dependent school fees. Salaries are tax-free in the UAE. Questions regarding specifics for this position may be directed to nidal.hilal@nyu.edu All applications must be submitted through Interfolio. Applications should include a 1-2-page cover letter that responds to the required and desired experiences described above, and a copy of a current CV; copies of publications may also be uploaded.

About the NYUAD Water Research Center:

The Water Research Center (NYUAD-WRC) at New York University Abu Dhabi aims to promote innovative research in water desalination, wastewater treatment, environmental policy, and social issues that will lead to water security and sustainability. The center serves as an interdisciplinary innovation hub for water research where scientific knowledge is transformed into practical solutions.

Research at the WRC falls into the following focus areas and/or at the intersection of two or more areas:

• Advanced desalination technologies
• Wastewater treatment and reuse
• Sustainable environmental processes
• Water governance and policy

The WRC is seeking several Post-doctoral Associates and a Research Scientist to develop and conduct research related to desalination and water treatment in several research areas:  1) advanced membrane technology, 2) Porous materials for water treatment, and 4) environmental implications of desalination. A full description of each position and its requirement is available on Interfolio.

About NYUAD:

New York University has established itself as a Global Network University, a multi-site, organically connected network encompassing key global cities and idea capitals. The network has three foundational degree-granting campuses: New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai, complimented by a network of eleven research and study-away sites across five continents. Faculty and students will circulate within this global network in pursuit of common research interests and the promotion of cross-cultural and interdisciplinary solutions for problems both local and global.

Entering its twelfth year, NYU Abu Dhabi has recruited a cohort of faculty who are at once distinguished in their research and teaching. Our students are drawn from around the world and surpass all traditional recruitment benchmarks, both US and global. NYU Abu Dhabi's highly selective liberal arts enterprise is complimented by an institute for advanced research, sponsoring cutting-edge projects across the Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, and Engineering.