Postdoctoral fellow (M/F) in mineralogy and crystallography
New
- Researcher in FTC
- 6 months
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Centre de recherches pétrographiques et géochimiques
Contract Type
Researcher in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
54501 VANDOEUVRE LES NANCY
Contract Duration
6 months
Date of Hire
01/01/2027
Remuneration
3,072 euros gross monthly minimum (based on experience)
Apply Application Deadline : 13 November 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
-The post-doctoral fellow will have the task of characterizing samples of demantoid garnet, particularly those from Type I and Type II deposits, using several analytical techniques (microscopy, diffraction, spectroscopy, etc.). This work aims to identify the mineralogical and chemical signatures associated with different formation conditions, as well as the presence of variable water contents in the structure of these nominally anhydrous minerals. He or she will also be responsible for analyzing the variations of the mesh parameter a, as well as the symmetry reductions from single-crystal X-ray diffraction data. A good knowledge of crystallography and a mastery of the group/sub-group relationships between groups of possible spaces is necessary for the processing of diffraction data.
Activity
- Mineral characterization and analysis (FTIR, UV-VIS, EMPA, LA-ICP, etc.)
- Single crystal X-ray diffraction and electronic diffraction
- Optical transmission microscopy
- Data processing, analysis, and interpretation
- Presentation of results at international congresses and writing scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals
Your Profil
Skills
- Mastery of various analytical techniques in mineralogy
- Strong knowledge of crystallography, as well as mineralogy
- Ability to conduct a research project independently
- Ability to integrate into a team and collaborate with researchers from various disciplines
- Scientific rigor, motivation and initiative
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Your Work Environment
The Petrographic and Geochemical Research Center (CRPG, UMR 7358), located in Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, in the Grand Est region, is a geoscience research laboratory associated with both the National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) and the University of Lorraine (UL) (https://crpg.univ-lorraine.fr/). The recruited person will interact at the CRPG with research support staff from other UL laboratories to acquire data on experimental techniques that are missing from the CRPG. Numerous interactions are planned with members of the research group of the crystallography laboratory (CRM2).
Additional Information
Candidates must send a CV (maximum 4 pages) and the contacts of two references to Dr. Isabella Pignatelli (isabella.pignatelli@univ-lorraine.fr)
Constraints and risks
- Risks related to X-ray diffraction.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
3,072 euros gross monthly minimum (based 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
| Offer reference | UMR7358-CHRFOR-009 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Earth System: superficial envelopes |
| Relevant experience | 1 to 4 years |
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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