Postdoctoral Position (M/F) in Polymer Chemistry and Vitrimer Materials

Job Description

Missions

The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for designing, synthesizing, and characterizing innovative covalent adaptable networks, based in particular on associative exchange mechanisms and, where possible, light-activated processes.

Activity

Select appropriate synthetic methodologies for monomers and materials to obtain the targeted structures.
Develop and optimize experimental procedures and protocols.
Prepare and maintain detailed experimental records, including laboratory notebooks, and write reports on synthesis results and their interpretation.
Prepare scientific publications arising from the research and present results at scientific conferences and meetings.
Transfer knowledge and expertise to other members of the project team.
Supervise undergraduate, master's, and PhD students.

Your Profil

Skills

Organic synthesis, polymer crosslinking, vitrimers, dynamic covalent materials, and photochemistry.
Technical Competencies
Synthetic chemistry applied to materials science.
Synthesis and characterization of dynamic and vitrimer materials.
Thermomechanical characterization techniques.
Scientific writing and presentation skills.
Professional Skills
Adherence to health and safety regulations.
Ability to work efficiently toward project milestones and deliverables.
Team-oriented mindset and supervisory skills.

Your Work Environment

This project is part of the 2026 EXPLORE call for proposals of CNRS Chemistry, under the theme “New Frontiers in Materials Chemistry.” It proposes an innovative approach to address a major scientific challenge associated with vitrimers, namely their limited creep resistance, by introducing a photo-activatable radical-based dynamic mechanism. This strategy aims to provide unprecedented spatiotemporal control over chemical exchange processes within the material.

Constraints and risks

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher holding a PhD in organic chemistry and/or polymer chemistry. Expertise in dynamic materials or vitrimer systems would be considered a strong asset. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong teamwork skills and possess a good command of written and spoken English. The anticipated starting date is September 1, 2026.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Between €3,041 and €4,216 gross per month, 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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