This PhD position at the Institut de Recherches sur la Catalyse et l’Environnement de Lyon (IRCELYON) focuses on the quantitative characterization of photo-excited carriers in TiO₂ and SrTiO₃ photo-electrocatalysts. This interdisciplinary project, funded by the CNRS, aims to understand polaronic mobility and surface photochemistry through advanced spectroscopy across various timescales.
PhD Opportunity: Polaronic Dynamics of Photo-electrocatalysts, CNRS, France
Designation
FTC PhD Student
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
| Contract Type | Fixed-Term Contract (36 months) |
| Location | Villeurbanne, France |
| Start Date | 02/11/2026 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | 2,300 € |
| Application Deadline | 27 July 2026 |
Research Area
Investigating polaronic dynamics and carrier mobility in photo-electrocatalysts using multi-scale, time-resolved spectroscopy.
Physical chemistry, theoretical and analytic.
Eligibility & Qualification
- Education: BAC+5 (Master’s degree or equivalent).
- Additional: The offer is open to people with a document recognizing their status as a disabled worker.
Job Description
The project aims to distinguish between mobile polarons and trapped states that limit photocatalytic efficiency in TiO₂ and SrTiO₃. Key responsibilities include:
- Materials Synthesis: Independent control of phase, doping, and defects at IRCELYON.
- Spectroscopic Characterization: Utilizing UV/XPS and THz spectroscopy in static and photonic excitation modes.
- Large-Scale Experiments: Participating in campaigns at international facilities, including time-resolved photoemission (tr-PES) at the European XFEL and resonant inelastic X-ray scattering (RIXS) at the SOLEIL synchrotron.
- Data Analysis: Processing large data volumes from XFEL experiments and contributing to multimodal analysis.
Note: The candidate must be available to travel to large-scale research facilities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official CNRS Employment Portal.
Last Date for Apply
27 July 2026, 23:59
