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Opportunities

Research at the Integrated Telecommunication and Sensing Systems Lab at KAUST demands a combination of creative thinking, technical expertise, and a strong work ethic. While a background in electrical engineering is preferred, the interdisciplinary nature of our research encourages applications from individuals with expertise in computer engineering, physics, materials science, nanoengineering, and related fields who are passionate about advancing wireless communication and sensing technologies.

We are actively seeking talented individuals for the following positions:

  • Undergraduate Students: Opportunities are available for summer internships.
  • Graduate Students: Openings are available at both the M.Sc. and Ph.D. levels.
  • Postdoctoral Researchers: Applicants are encouraged to include a detailed CV and a list of references when applying.

If you are interested in joining our group, please email Prof. Abdulrahman Alhamed at abdulrahman.hamed@kaust.edu.sa and include your your CV, research or work experiences, and transcripts (with GPA and/or GPA ranking).

For student applicants

We are looking for highly motivated undergraduate or master graduates with an academic background in optoelectronics, physics, material science, or other related areas. Successful applicants will be offered a full-time scholarship. 

This includes your:

  • Free Tuition
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Medical Insurance
  • Relocation costs (including visa & airfare)
  • Monthly Living Allowance
  • For students from Europe and North America, successful applicants with KAUST Discovery Doctoral Fellowship receive a generous package worth approximately USD 95,000 per year (https://admissions.kaust.edu.sa/Discovery_Fellowship.html).

For​ postdoctoral fellow applicants

The applicants are expected to have a solid publication record, capacity for teamwork and leadership, and strong experimental and/or theoretical background in semiconductor design and devices. The salary for postdoctoral fellows is extremely competitive and is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications and experience. Successful applicants will also receive attractivecompensation and benefit packages provided by KAUST, including:

  •  Fully furnished housing free (up to a 2 bed-roomed townhouse) 
  • Free education at KAUST schools for the children 
  • Medical and dental insurance 
  • Job opportunities for spouse

About KAUST 

KAUST ranks No. 1 in the world for citations per faculty (research impact) in the QS World University Rankings 2016/17​ and QS World University Rankings 2015/16, two years in a row! In addition, KAUST was ranked #1 in the percentage of international students, #1 in the percentage of international faculty, and #19 in the world of the fastest rising universities for high-quality research output.

  • KAUST is a premier research university in the world supported by a generous endowment (after Harvard and Yale). With a large group of world-leading faculty, an extremely low student/faculty ratio (6.7:1), and state-of-art facilities, KAUST has attracted a large group of exceptional students, professors, and staff. 
  • Through a Global Research Partnership, KAUST has built strong partnerships with other premier institutions (e.g., Stanford, UIUC, Berkeley, Cornell) and biggest companies. They provide students and researchers ample opportunities to work with other top scientists and to commercialize their research projects. 
  • KAUST has world-leading facilities for semiconductor material growth, device nano-fabrication, and characterizations. Those facilities are supported and maintained by excellent and experienced scientists and technicians to make full use.
  • The students, staff, faculty, and their families enjoy enriched culture thanks to outstanding diversity (104 nationalities). In addition, KAUST's award-winning campus has everything you need to live, work, study, and play, including state-of-art fitness facilities, a golf course, numerous fine dining and casual restaurants, and elementary and secondary schools. And, of course, the scenic Red Sea is just steps away. There is something for everyone.

For administrative questions related to student application and admission, please check Frequently Asked Questions or email admissions@kaust.edu.sa. ​

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