PhD in Catalysis & Bio-Based Chemistry with Ultrasound

CNRS - National Center for Scientific Research; France; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

CNRS - Institut de Chimie des Milieux et Matériaux de Poitiers invites applications for a Doctoral Thesis position. The project focuses on high-frequency ultrasound technology for regenerating coke catalysts used in bio-based chemistry, conducted at the University of Poitiers (IC2MP) and in collaboration with IFPEN.

The candidate will join a cross-lab consortium under the PPST framework, with the aim of evaluating industrial feasibility and environmental impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry or related field.
• Solid knowledge in chemistry, catalysis and engineering.
• Interest in project management and industry collaboration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct doctoral research on ultrasound-assisted regeneration of coke catalysts for bio-based chemistry.
• Collaborate with IC2MP (CNRS, Univ. Poitiers) and IFPEN within the France 2030 project.
• Evaluate energy consumption, regeneration rates and catalyst stability under ultrasound.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Catalysis

Engineering

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

CNRS - Institut de Chimie des Milieux et Matériaux de Poitiers invites applications for a Doctoral Thesis position. The project focuses on high-frequency ultrasound technology for regenerating coke catalysts used in bio-based chemistry, conducted at the University of Poitiers (IC2MP) and in collaboration with IFPEN.

The candidate will join a cross-lab consortium under the PPST framework, with the aim of evaluating industrial feasibility and environmental impact.