Senior Research Scientist - Covalent Frameworks
Posted date [2026-09-20]
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Job Description and Requirements
Senior Research Scientist - Covalent FrameworksJob Snapshot
Role: Senior Research Scientist - Covalent Frameworks
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Experience: At least 10 years of relevant experience, excluding PhD study
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join the Khalil Research Group in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The position focuses on the development and application of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) for advanced water treatment and energy storage. The successful candidate will lead independent research combining chemistry, reaction engineering, materials processing, device engineering, and manufacturing principles, with particular emphasis on high-throughput COF synthesis, scalability, and practical applications.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: Research
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Research Focus
The Khalil Research Group investigates materials and engineering approaches
addressing challenges in the water and energy sectors.
This position centers on covalent organic frameworks and their development from laboratory-scale synthesis toward scalable and practical technologies. The Senior Research Scientist will work across materials synthesis, automation, characterization, device engineering, and experimental validation for water treatment and energy storage applications.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct independent research on covalent organic frameworks.
* Develop high-throughput methods for COF synthesis.
* Investigate the scalability and practical application of COF materials.
* Design and build automated experimental setups.
* Design devices relevant to water treatment and energy storage research.
* Process and prepare functional materials for experimental applications.
* Plan and conduct rigorous laboratory experiments.
* Characterize materials and evaluate their performance.
* Analyze and interpret experimental findings.
* Develop research from initial concepts through experimental validation.
* Prepare high-quality scientific publications.
* Contribute to research presented through journals and conferences.
* Support the Khalil Research Group\'s research funding efforts.
* Collaborate with researchers across the NYU Abu Dhabi research community.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold a PhD in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field:
* Chemistry.
* Materials Science.
* Chemical Engineering.
Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience in their field, excluding the years spent obtaining the PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Research Experience and Expertise
Applicants must demonstrate:
* Extensive research experience relevant to the position.
* Strong record of publications in established academic journals.
* Conference papers or comparable research accomplishments.
* Excellent device engineering capabilities.
* Strong experimental research skills.
* Advanced characterization skills relevant to the project.
* Ability to conduct independent scientific research.
Experience relevant to covalent organic frameworks, high-throughput synthesis, materials processing, device development, water treatment, or energy storage will directly support the research objectives of the position.
Research Environment
The Senior Research Scientist will join a collaborative research group applying chemistry, reaction engineering, and manufacturing principles to challenges in water and energy.
The position provides access to advanced research facilities at NYU Abu Dhabi and an interdisciplinary research community supporting materials development, experimental engineering, and applied technology research.
Employment and Benefits
The source states that the terms of employment are highly competitive and include:
* Housing support.
* Educational subsidies for children.
* Relocation allowance.
* Access to health and wellness services.
* Support for research activities.
* Support for dual-career families.
Application Requirements
Applications are accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format:
* Cover letter.
* Curriculum Vitae with full publication list.
* Statement of research interests.
* Academic transcript or degree documentation.
* At least two letters of recommendation.
Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. Its academic and research activities span science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
NYU Abu Dhabi supports multidisciplinary research and international academic collaboration, providing an environment for advanced research addressing scientific, technological, environmental, and societal challenges.
This position centers on covalent organic frameworks and their development from laboratory-scale synthesis toward scalable and practical technologies. The Senior Research Scientist will work across materials synthesis, automation, characterization, device engineering, and experimental validation for water treatment and energy storage applications.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct independent research on covalent organic frameworks.
* Develop high-throughput methods for COF synthesis.
* Investigate the scalability and practical application of COF materials.
* Design and build automated experimental setups.
* Design devices relevant to water treatment and energy storage research.
* Process and prepare functional materials for experimental applications.
* Plan and conduct rigorous laboratory experiments.
* Characterize materials and evaluate their performance.
* Analyze and interpret experimental findings.
* Develop research from initial concepts through experimental validation.
* Prepare high-quality scientific publications.
* Contribute to research presented through journals and conferences.
* Support the Khalil Research Group\'s research funding efforts.
* Collaborate with researchers across the NYU Abu Dhabi research community.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold a PhD in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field:
* Chemistry.
* Materials Science.
* Chemical Engineering.
Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience in their field, excluding the years spent obtaining the PhD or equivalent terminal degree.
Research Experience and Expertise
Applicants must demonstrate:
* Extensive research experience relevant to the position.
* Strong record of publications in established academic journals.
* Conference papers or comparable research accomplishments.
* Excellent device engineering capabilities.
* Strong experimental research skills.
* Advanced characterization skills relevant to the project.
* Ability to conduct independent scientific research.
Experience relevant to covalent organic frameworks, high-throughput synthesis, materials processing, device development, water treatment, or energy storage will directly support the research objectives of the position.
Research Environment
The Senior Research Scientist will join a collaborative research group applying chemistry, reaction engineering, and manufacturing principles to challenges in water and energy.
The position provides access to advanced research facilities at NYU Abu Dhabi and an interdisciplinary research community supporting materials development, experimental engineering, and applied technology research.
Employment and Benefits
The source states that the terms of employment are highly competitive and include:
* Housing support.
* Educational subsidies for children.
* Relocation allowance.
* Access to health and wellness services.
* Support for research activities.
* Support for dual-career families.
Application Requirements
Applications are accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.
Applicants must submit the following materials in PDF format:
* Cover letter.
* Curriculum Vitae with full publication list.
* Statement of research interests.
* Academic transcript or degree documentation.
* At least two letters of recommendation.
Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.
About New York University Abu Dhabi
New York University Abu Dhabi is a comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in Abu Dhabi and part of NYU\'s global university network. Its academic and research activities span science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and the arts.
NYU Abu Dhabi supports multidisciplinary research and international academic collaboration, providing an environment for advanced research addressing scientific, technological, environmental, and societal challenges.
