Postdoctoral Position in Soft Matter (M/F).

Job Description

Missions

The successful candidate will conduct experimental research in the physico-chemistry of soft and biological matter, focusing on : Anisotropic Microgels by Controlled Assembly of Viral Particles in Microfluidic Droplets (ViroGel).

Activity

- Preparation, physico-chemical characterization, and functionalization of samples (microgels, phages, etc.)
- Video microscopy (fluorescence, dark-field, etc.)
- Dynamic light scattering (DLS)
- Small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS)

Your Profil

Skills

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a background in physico-chemistry or soft matter physics (or related fields). While not mandatory, expertise in colloidal liquid crystals or basic knowledge of microbiology for viral particle production and bioconjugation would be advantageous.
Essential requirements:
- Fluency in English
- Strong motivation for research
- Interest in working in an international and multidisciplinary environment

Your Work Environment

This position is part of the ViroGel project, an interdisciplinary initiative funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR). The project aims to uncover the physical principles governing the self-assembly and phase behavior of filamentous fd viral particles, confined within microfluidic droplets, and to exploit this understanding to create anisotropic, compartmentalized microgels with programmable structure. By investigating how confinement, interparticle interactions, phase separations, chemical functionalization and external parameters such as temperature, pH, and ionic strength regulate the ordering of viral particles—from dilute to liquid-crystalline phases— the project will investigate and ultimately control the emergence of size, shape, and internal morphology in these soft biological materials. The self-assembly properties of these virogels in aqueous solution will also be determined, along with their enzymatic modification, to explore their catalytic activity.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Gross monthly salary between €3,041 and €4,216, depending on experience.

Annual leave and RTT

44 jours

Remote Working practice and compensation

Pratique et indemnisation du TT

Transport

Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€

About the offer

About the CNRS

The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.

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