Researcher (M/F) in polymer chemestry

Job Description

Missions

The researcher will be responsible for developing waterborne dispersion of bio-based polyurethanes (PUD) with properties suitable for the intended applications and characterising the properties of these materials. This will involve producing PU dispersions from polyols synthesised from recycled waste cooking oils and optimising the formulations for applications such as varnishes and paints for the construction industry.

Activity

- Development of a range of polyols derived from waste cooking oils.
- Synthesis of polyurethanes from selected polyols.
- Characterisation of the structures and properties of the obtained polyols and polymers (NMR, DSC, TGA, FTIR, mechanical and rheological properties, etc.)
- Development of waterborne polyurethane dispersions (PUDs).
- Identification of the best formulations meeting specifications for the intended application (varnish, paint).
- Conducting bibliographic research.
- Analysing, formatting and communicating the results.

Your Profil

Skills

- Hold a PhD in polymer chemistry
- Have solid knowledge of polymer chemistry
- Have knowledge in the fields of polymer formulation and characterisation
- Experience in polyurethane synthesis or formulation would be an asset
- Maintain a laboratory notebook
- Present the results of syntheses and characterisations, ensuring their follow-up and quality
- Master basic IT tools, ability to learn new ones
- Work with rigour, reliability and initiative
- Demonstrate motivation and commitment to your work with good team spirit
- English: starting level B2 according to the European framework

Your Work Environment

The work will be carried out at the Institute of Chemistry and Processes for Energy, Environment and Health (ICPEES - UMR 7515). ICPEES is a joint research unit between the CNRS and the University of Strasbourg, comprising 140 people working in the fields of chemistry, materials, and processes for applications related to energy, the environment, and health. The laboratory is located within the European School of Chemistry, Polymers and Materials of Strasbourg (ECPM) on the Cronenbourg campus.

The candidate (M/F) will work in the ICPEES's “Bio-based and Renewable Polymers (BioTeam)” team, which is an international reference team in the field of bio-based polymer materials with extensive experience in the development and characterization of new renewable macromolecular architectures.

The candidate (M/F) will carry out their work as part of a European project involving a dozen academic and industrial partners.

The candidate (M/F) will work under the supervision of the professor responsible for the project, while interacting closely with other students, doctoral students, and post-doctoral researchers in the team, as well as with the European partners in the project.

The candidate (M/F) will be offered a fixed-term employment contract established by the CNRS.

Working conditions:
- Easy access to the Cronenbourg campus by public transport
- Possibility of partial reimbursement of transport costs by the CNRS
- Possibility of dining in a university restaurant on the Cronenbourg campus with meal subsidies from the CNRS.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

starting 3 071,50€ (gross salary 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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