The Laboratory of Advanced Membranes and Separations (LAMS) at LUMS, led by Dr. Faheem Hassan Akhtar, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our innovative, high-impact project on membrane-based technologies. This project, comprising a consortium of researchers, involves collaboration with leading industrial and academic partners and focuses on developing next-generation multicomponent membrane solutions for clean, efficient, and durable energy-efficient applications.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing and developing polymeric membranes with tailored surface properties. Specific responsibilities include:

• Advanced Membrane Fabrication: Developing thin-film composite membranes with functionalized surfaces for gas/vapor or liquid applications.
• Comprehensive Characterization: Utilizing techniques such as SEM, EDS, TGA, BET, contact angle measurements, FT-IR, Raman spectroscopy, and other state-of-the-art methods.
• Performance Evaluation: Conducting lab-scale tests to establish critical relationships between fabrication methods, membrane structure, and performance.
• Research Dissemination: Writing reports, authoring peer-reviewed publications, drafting patents, and presenting findings at leading conferences.

The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team comprising scientists, engineers, graduate researchers, and undergraduates.

Key Qualifications

• A PhD in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in membrane fabrication, particularly thin-film composite membranes and surface functionalization.
• Strong expertise in testing developed membranes for various applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based, multidisciplinary research environment.

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-Edge Research: Contribute to transformative technologies that advance clean and energy-efficient solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside leading researchers bridging academia and industry.
• Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience, develop leadership skills, and expand your professional network in a high-demand research area.
• Competitive Support: Access to state-of-the-art facilities, resources, and funding opportunities.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and access to high-quality research infrastructure.
• A dynamic and supportive environment for career growth in cutting-edge research.

If you are passionate about clean energy technologies and eager to make a meaningful impact in the field of membrane-based innovations, we encourage you to apply.