Postdoctoral Associate Crystallography - UAE

Postdoctoral Associate Crystallography

New York University Abu Dhabi is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in Crystallography to join the Smart Materials Lab within the Division of Science and Mathematics in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This Higher Education research role focuses on advanced crystal structure determination using electron and X‑ray diffraction techniques, supporting innovative materials science research.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City:
Abu Dhabi
Industry: Higher Education
Function: R and D-Science
Salary: 22, monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality:
Any
Job Type: Full‑time

• Conduct crystal structure determination using electron or X‑ray crystallography techniques
• Prepare samples and independently collect diffraction data
• Solve and refine small molecule crystal structures, including complex or challenging systems
• Analyze structures exhibiting twinning, disorder, or time‑dependent changes
• Perform structure refinement using electron diffraction data collected via specialized instrumentation
• Contribute to interdisciplinary research projects within the Smart Materials Lab
• Support supervision and mentoring of undergraduate and PhD students
• Collaborate with faculty and research team members to advance laboratory objectives

• PhD in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related field with focus on crystallography
• Strong expertise in structure solution and refinement of small molecule crystals
• Experience with electron diffraction preferred; X‑ray crystallography experience required
• Familiarity with powder diffraction, neutron diffraction, or scattering methods is advantageous
• Ability to independently manage crystallographic experiments and data analysis
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in collaborative research environments

• Electron and X‑ray diffraction data collection
• Crystal structure solution and refinement
• Structural analysis of complex crystalline systems
• Advanced materials characterization
• Scientific data interpretation and reporting
• Research collaboration and mentorship

• Opportunity to work in a leading smart materials research laboratory
• Competitive tax‑free salary with housing and education benefits
• Access to advanced crystallographic instrumentation and facilities
• Collaborative research environment within a globally ranked university
• Professional growth in advanced structural science research
• Multidisciplinary academic community in Abu Dhabi