A fully funded PhD position is currently available at the Institut de Chimie et Procédés pour l’Energie, l’Environnement et la Santé (ICPEES) in Strasbourg, France. This interdisciplinary project combines materials chemistry and analytical chemistry to address urgent challenges in environmental remediation and healthcare.
PhD Position in Materials Chemistry for Environment & Health, CNRS, France
Position Details at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
| Designation | FTC PhD Student / Offer for Thesis |
| Contract Duration | 36 Months (3 Years) |
| Date of Hire | September 1, 2026 |
| Remuneration | €2,300 gross monthly |
| Location | Strasbourg (Bas-Rhin), France |
| Application Deadline | July 31, 2026, at 23:59 |
Research Area
- Primary Domain: Materials, nanomaterials, and processes chemistry.
- Core Focus: Development of functionalized materials capable of capturing and detecting targeted organic molecules, such as aldehydes in the air, PFAS in water, or chemical submission drugs.
Job Description & Core Tasks
The successful candidate will join the Analytical Chemistry and Materials for Environment and Health group. The doctoral research involves a metrological approach to sensor development using surface derivatization reactions to form fluorescent or light-absorbing molecules.
Key responsibilities include:
- Synthesis & Functionalization: Preparing hierarchical or hybrid support materials and functionalizing them via impregnation or grafting.
- Testing & Analysis: Carrying out adsorption (capture) tests under controlled laboratory conditions and determining the analytical performance of the developed sensors.
- Material Characterization: Utilizing advanced techniques to characterize materials before and after functionalization (e.g., $N_2$ adsorption for porosity, DRIFT for active phases, XPS for surface elemental composition, and DRX for crystalline structure).
- Reporting: Comparing sensor performance against conventional analytical methods (like chromatography) and writing scientific articles in English.
Eligibility & Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following theoretical, operational, and administrative criteria:
- Academic Requirement: Must hold a Master’s degree (Master 1 and Master 2) with a minimum average score above 12/20.
- Disciplinary Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Materials Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and materials characterization techniques. Thorough understanding of gas/liquid chromatography, spectroscopy (fluorescence and colorimetry), and air pollution metrics.
- Operational Skills: Ability to develop/synthesize complex materials, draft technical documents, and utilize analytical equipment control software.
- Language: Minimum B1 level proficiency in English.
Benefits & Workplace Perks
- Leave: 44 days of annual leave and RTT.
- Commuting: The CNRS covers 75% of public transportation pass costs, alongside a sustainable mobility package up to €300.
- Dining: Access to subsidized meals at the university dining hall on the Cronenbourg campus.
- Remote Work: Hybrid/teleworking practices and allowances are available.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should prepare an application package including a CV outlining their grades, class ranking, and averages for each academic year (including the BAC).
Applications must be submitted formally through the official CNRS job portal.
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- Offer Reference: UMR7515-JULBER-111
- Last Date to Apply: July 31, 2026
