KAUST Postdoctoral Positions Scholarship 2026 in Saudi Arabia
Apply for the KAUST Postdoctoral Positions Scholarship 2026 in Saudi Arabia, offering fully funded research roles with tax-free salaries and housing. Most positions are open until filled.
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Overview
The KAUST Postdoctoral Positions Scholarship 2026 provides fully funded research opportunities for international and Saudi PhD holders at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology. Located on the Red Sea coast near Jeddah, KAUST supports work across biological, environmental, computational, physical, and engineering sciences with state-of-the-art facilities.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary
- Furnished housing or accommodation
- Relocation support and travel assistance
- Medical and dental insurance
- Schooling support for eligible dependent children
- Access to Core Labs and advanced research facilities
- Professional development and innovation resources
Eligibility
- Open to Saudi and international applicants
- Must hold a PhD or expect to complete one soon for postdoctoral roles
- Degree must match the named discipline of the vacancy
- Demonstrated experience with required models, instruments, software, or field methods
- Publications or projects addressing a related problem
How to Apply
- Search the official KAUST Careers portal and filter positions by academic division or appointment type.
- Review vacancy details, duties, qualifications, and closing dates.
- Tailor your application by matching your evidence and publications to the specific project requirements.
- Submit your application online through the vacancy’s dedicated button using the official portal.
Deadline
Deadlines vary by vacancy. Most positions are open until filled, while specific openings feature fixed dates ranging from August to December 2026.