Physical Chemist and/or chemist scientist in sustainable hydrometallurgy (M/F)

European Commission; France; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research organization in France is seeking a researcher for experimental research in physico-chemistry related to sustainable metal recovery. The role involves developing techniques for monitoring metal dissolution and conducting bibliographic research. Ideal candidates should have expertise in physical chemistry, analytical techniques, and a good command of English.

Qualifications

• Experience in physical chemistry and foams required.
• Knowledge in extractive metallurgy and solution chemistry necessary.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques and computer processing expected.

Responsabilités

• Conduct experimental research in physico-chemistry for hydrometallurgy.
• Develop and adapt analytical techniques for metal layer dissolution.
• Disseminate research results via reports and conferences.

Connaissances

Physical chemistry of foams

Foam formulation

Extractive metallurgy

Solution chemistry

Complexation reactions

Liquid-liquid separation processes

Analytical techniques (ICP AES, spectroscopy, NMR, microscopy, etc.)

Computer data processing

Presentation skills

English level B2

Description du poste

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Organisation/Company: CNRS

Department: Institut de chimie séparative de Marcoule

Research Field: Chemistry > Physical chemistry, Physics > Chemical physics, Physics > Biophysics

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country: France

Application Deadline: 20 Aug 2025 - 23:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract: Temporary

Job Status: Full-time

Hours Per Week: 35

Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 2025

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The project involves experimental research in physico-chemistry for hydrometallurgy, focusing on ion flotation as a sustainable method for recovering noble metals from thin layers on steel, silica, or aluminium substrates. The researcher will collaborate with the L2IA and LHYS teams, providing expertise in separation processes using liquid foams.

The candidate will develop and adapt techniques spanning analytical chemistry, materials chemistry, and the physical chemistry of complex fluids, to monitor the dissolution of thin metal layers in the presence of metal ions and surface-active molecules, while controlling foam stability. This includes developing a quantitative approach to study dissolution kinetics and addressing complexing species for selective metal extraction or precipitation.

The role involves bibliographic research, dissemination of results through conferences, reports, scientific articles, and patents, and participation in laboratory tasks.

Contextually, this research addresses the need for efficient recovery of strategic metals from ores and waste, emphasizing environmentally friendly processes that minimize water and reagent use, aligned with circular economy principles. The work is conducted at the Institut de Chimie Séparative de Marcoule, equipped with advanced analytical tools, in collaboration with the L2IA and LHYS teams.

Required skills include: Physical chemistry of foams, foam formulation, extractive metallurgy, solution chemistry, complexation reactions, liquid-liquid separation processes, analytical techniques (ICP AES, spectroscopy, NMR, microscopy, etc.), materials sciences, computer data processing, presentation skills, and English level B2.