PhD Position (M/F) in Chemical Physics (Experimental and Theoretical)
New
- FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
- 36 months
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Laboratoire de Chimie Physique - Matière et Rayonnement
Contract Type
FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
75252 PARIS 05
Contract Duration
36 months
Date of Hire
01/11/2026
Remuneration
2300 € gross monthly
Apply Application Deadline : 17 August 2026 23:59
Job Description
Thesis Subject
This PhD project aims to investigate, both experimentally and theoretically, the Auger relaxation of solvated metal ions. The main objective is to understand how the nature of the ion, including its charge and ionic radius, its solvation shell, and its counter-ions govern the conversion of electronic relaxation energy into measurable kinetic energy.
In particular, the project will seek to determine the extent to which Auger emission in the liquid phase retains a local character or, conversely, becomes sensitive to the collective electronic dynamics of the solvated environment.
The experimental component will constitute a central part of the project. It will be based on Auger spectroscopy measurements performed on solutions of metal salts, notably at the GALAXIES beamline. Model systems will initially be investigated before extending the approach to chemical series in order to identify systematic trends, for example across Mg²⁺, Ca²⁺, Sr²⁺, and Ba²⁺ ions, or through comparisons between monovalent and divalent ions.
Concentration, counter-ions, and the solvent may modify the local structure of the liquid and will therefore be examined as key parameters. The aim will be to relate the observed spectral changes to the microscopic properties of the ionic environment.
Under the supervision of the project advisors, the PhD candidate will contribute to the preparation and writing of proposals submitted to programme committees to obtain beamtime, as well as to the preparation and performance of the corresponding experiments.
Your Work Environment
The successful candidate will be based at the LCPMR (Sorbonne University, Paris) and at the SOLEIL synchrotron, within a dynamic and internationally recognised scientific environment. The project brings together a multidisciplinary theoretical team, with expertise in electronic correlation theory and quantum chemistry, and an experimental team specialised in X-ray spectroscopy.
Sorbonne University is fully committed to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from women and candidates from all backgrounds. Selection will be based exclusively on scientific excellence and the candidate's potential.
Constraints and risks
Synchrotron experiments may require working outside standard hours, including nights and weekends.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
2300 € gross monthly
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 | UMR7614-CAMLEV-005 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Physical chemistry, theoretical and analytic |
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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