Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F) for the Synthesis and Characterization of Metal-Rich Chalcogenides for Thermoelectric Applications

Job Description

Missions

As part of the MetCha2D project, the postdoctoral researcher will explore various synthesis methods (polycrystalline and single-crystal) of metal-rich chalcogenides. The synthesized materials will undergo in-depth structural characterization to study the structure–property relationships for thermoelectric applications.

Activity

The researcher will be responsible for:
- Synthesis of metal-rich chalcogenide materials (polycrystalline and single-crystal) and Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS)
- Structural characterizations (X-ray diffraction and electron microscopy (SEM))
- Measurements of electronic, thermal, thermoelectric, and magnetic properties
- Interpretation of structure–property relationships

Your Profil

Skills

- Excellent skills in materials chemistry and synthesis (in particular chalcogenides and/or intermetallics)
and basic knowledge of solid-state physics.
- Proficiency in structural characterization of materials (powder and single-crystal X-ray diffraction using FullProf or Jana, electron microscopy, experience with Origin).
- Basic knowledge of Density Functional Theory (DFT)-based first-principles methods is desirable.
- Autonomy in managing research projects and ability to interpret complex data.
- Strong scientific communication and collaborative skills, fluency in English (written and oral).

Your Work Environment

The candidate will work within the CRISMAT Laboratory, a joint research unit of CNRS, ENSICAEN, and Université de Caen Normandie. The project will be carried out as part of a Label of Excellence project (MetCha2D), in collaboration with the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids (Germany) for the use of large-scale facilities (e.g. ESRF) and the University of Genoa (Italy) for modeling the properties of the synthesized materials. He/She will have access to the experimental techniques provided by the CRISMAT laboratory for synthesis, structural characterization, and the measurement of magnetic and electronic properties. Short-term travel within France or abroad may be required as part of the project.
The contract is for 14 months, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.
This position is in a sector subject to the protection of scientific and technical potential (PPST) and therefore requires, in accordance with regulations, that your arrival be authorized by the competent MESR authority. This job offer is subject to obtaining funding and applications are submitted to the Human Resources department for consideration.

Constraints and risks

Short-term travel, whether within France or abroad, is to be expected.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Between €3071 et €4258 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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