Research engineer in catalysis and chemical synthesis (M/F)

Job Description

Missions

- Trained chemist in the field of metal-based catalysis.
- The candidate will be involved in specific experimental work targeting the valorization of biomass into fatty alcohols via a catalytic route.
- Literature review (articles, patents).

Activity

- Synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds and catalytic nanomaterials under an inert atmosphere.
- Catalytic testing under pressure (up to 60 bar).
- Writing reports in English and French.
- Oral presentation of results in English and/or French.

Your Profil

Skills

Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in the synthesis of organic products and catalytic nanomaterials.
- Expertise in catalytic testing with transition metals and recyclability studies.
- Knowledge of analytical techniques and spectroscopic characterization.

Soft Skills:
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Rigor and critical analysis of results.

Your Work Environment

The LHFA (www.lhfa.fr) is a joint laboratory of the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and the University of Toulouse (UMR 5069), located in Toulouse, France. It comprises 6 research teams (18 researchers and lecturer-researchers, 9 technical engineers and administrative staff; ~40 PhD students, postdocs, and master's students per year). Research activities focus on the molecular chemistry of p-block elements, with cross-cutting actions in organometallic chemistry, metal nanoparticles, catalysis, and polymers, including mechanistic studies.
The LHFA offers a highly dynamic and international environment (~40% foreign students), with cutting-edge research. Teams maintain academic (inter)national and industrial collaborations. In recent years, the SYMAC team has focused on developing immobilized catalysts in liquid phases (ionic liquids, glycerol) or solid supports (original functionalized supports). Understanding observed reactivity is central to our research, leading to detailed mechanistic studies through reaction monitoring using various techniques (ReactIR, NMR, EPR).
The SYMAC team has experience in managing national and European projects, spanning fundamental and applied research, such as the Interreg POCTEFA TRIPyr and VADOLI projects (Occitanie Region), which focus on the valorization of industrial residues. The FATOLCAT project for this position, funded by CNRS Innovation, aims to valorize biomass-derived fatty derivatives into fatty alcohols through catalytic transformations.

Constraints and risks

For this position, there are no specific risks or constraints. General and task-specific safety training will be provided in the lab.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Between 2497 and 2832€ gross monthly according to 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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