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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Postdoctoral Fellow in Non-Destructive Testing King Abdullah University of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Mechanical Engineering

Funding

Available

Deadline

Mar 10, 2027

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Saudi Arabia

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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
Radiology
Terahertz Technology
Non-destructive Testing
Thermography
Materials Engineering
Inspection Technology
Ct Imaging

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About this position

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow in Non-Destructive Testing within the Physical Science and Engineering Division and the ENERCOMP Technology Consortium.

The position focuses on non-destructive testing (NDT) of composite materials, with an emphasis on developing and evaluating advanced inspection technologies for structural health monitoring (SHM). The successful candidate will lead both experimental and computational research, define and execute NDT research tasks, analyze data, publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and help advance inspection technologies toward real-world applications.

Research activities include the design, development, execution, and implementation of NDT projects for composite inspection; assessment of emerging scientific principles for NDT inventions and products; evaluation of partner-provided NDT solutions; and development of an internationally recognized platform for NDT and SHM. The role also involves coordinating with KAUST TTO, industrial partners, and academic collaborators, with potential contributions to patent applications.

The postdoctoral fellow will also support the supervision of PhD and MSc students, contribute to laboratory development, and provide regular reports related to the grant. The posting highlights a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.

Required expertise includes a PhD or equivalent in mechanical, materials, civil, aerospace, or a closely related engineering discipline. Strong experience in NDT methods for composites is essential, particularly ultrasonic phased array technology or terahertz. Familiarity with techniques such as digital radiography, shearography, thermography, microwave, and X-ray computed tomography is also mentioned, along with experience in energy, oil & gas, and/or hydrogen applications.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may close as soon as it is filled. The application deadline shown is 10 March 2027. Candidates must submit the requested application package through Interfolio, including a CV, a short research vision statement, three referees, recent presentation slides, and a representative publication.

Funding details

Available

What's required

PhD or equivalent in mechanical, materials, civil, aerospace, or a closely related engineering discipline. The candidate must have experience developing NDT methods for composites and NDT topics such as ultrasonic, digital radiography, shearography, thermography, microwave, THz, and X-ray computed tomography. Advanced experience in ultrasonic phased array technology or terahertz is a must. Experience in NDT of composite materials for energy, oil & gas, and/or hydrogen is a must. Applicants should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective team leadership and communication skills, proficiency in preparing research project proposals and managing research projects, budgets, and schedules, and fluent written and spoken English.

How to apply

Apply through the Interfolio application page. Prepare and upload the required documents in the stated order: detailed CV, short research statement/vision, three referees, recent presentation slides, and a recent representative publication. Use the email subject line exactly as requested in the posting.

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