Post-doc ID14 LECOR

ESRF; Grenoble; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Join ESRF's Nuclear Resonance Scattering beamline team for an exciting ERC-funded project aimed at refining models of the Earth’s inner core. As a researcher, you'll develop laser-heating setups and carry out groundbreaking high-pressure experiments, with a focus on deep Earth studies. Enjoy competitive compensation and the vibrant life of Grenoble.

Prestations

Innovative international research institute environment

Collaboration with global experts

Support for quality of life

Competitive compensation and allowances

Financial support for relocation

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess a PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience with laser-heating in DAC is essential.
• Strong computational data analysis skills required.

Responsabilités

• Develop a laser-heating setup at the ID28 beamline.
• Conduct high-pressure experiments to study elastic properties of alloys.
• Manage existing laser-heating setup at ID14.

Connaissances

Experimental work

Computational data analysis

Proficiency in English

Formation

PhD in Earth sciences, materials science, chemistry, physics, or related field

Outils

Laser-heating in diamond anvil cells (DAC)

Inelastic X-ray scattering (IXS)

Description du poste

Join the ESRF Nuclear Resonance Scattering (ID14) beamline team, consisting of 8 members, and contribute to the ERC-funded project LECOR (Light Elements in the Core). The project aims to refine models of the Earth’s inner core, focusing on identifying its light element constituents.

Your role involves developing a laser-heating setup at the ID28 beamline and conducting high-pressure experiments. You will also manage the existing laser-heating setup at ID14 and perform experiments at various beamlines to study the elastic properties of iron-bearing alloys under conditions relevant to the Earth's interior.

Expected profile

• A highly motivated researcher with a strong interest in experimental work, capable of working independently and in a team
• A PhD in Earth sciences, materials science, chemistry, physics, or a related field
• Experience with laser-heating in diamond anvil cells (DAC) is required
• Background in deep Earth studies and/or high-pressure physics or chemistry, with experience in inelastic X-ray scattering (IXS), is desirable
• Experience developing DAC experimental setups at large-scale facilities is an asset
• Proficiency in English and strong computational/data analysis skills

Working conditions

Contract duration of 18 months, renewable for an additional 6 to 18 months.

If you fit this profile, apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

• Join an innovative international research institute with a diverse workforce from 38 countries
• Collaborate with global experts to advance science and societal challenges
• Live in a vibrant city in the Alps, Europe's Green Capital 2022
• Enjoy a workplace supporting your quality of life
• Benefit from competitive compensation, allowances, and financial support for relocation to Grenoble