Post-doc ID14 LECOR

KU Leuven; Grenoble; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Join the European Synchrotron (ESRF) in Grenoble for a dynamic research role focusing on light elements in the Earth's core. In this position, you will contribute to innovative experiments using laser-heating technology, collaborating with international experts in a vibrant city. A PhD in a relevant field is essential, along with experience in high-pressure experiments.

Prestations

Innovative international research institute

Collaboration with global experts

Support for quality of life

Competitive compensation and allowances

Financial support for relocation

Qualifications

• Strong interest in experimental work, both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with laser-heating in diamond anvil cells (DAC) is required.
• Background in deep Earth studies or high-pressure physics is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Develop a laser-heating setup at the ID28 beamline.
• Conduct high-pressure experiments and determine elastic properties of materials.
• Assist with the existing laser-heating setup of ID14 beamline.

Connaissances

Experimental work

Computational/data analysis

Formation

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

Description du poste

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

Elastic and plastic properties of iron alloys at extreme conditions

You will join the Nuclear Resonance Scattering (ID14) beamline team at ESRF, composed of 8 members, and contribute to research within the ERC-funded project LECOR (Light Elements in the Core). The project aims to refine compositional models of the Earth's inner core, with a focus on identifying its light element constituents.

As part of your role, you will develop a laser-heating setup at the ID28 beamline and use it to perform high-pressure experiments at ID28. In addition, you will be responsible for the existing laser-heating setup of ID14 and will conduct experiments at various beamlines specialized in extreme conditions to determine the elastic properties of iron-bearing alloys and compounds under pressure-temperature conditions relevant to the Earth's deep interior.

• A highly motivated researcher with a strong interest in experimental work, able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• A PhD in Earth sciences, materials science, chemistry, physics, or a closely 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 in developing DAC experimental setups at large-scale research facilities would be an asset
• Proficiency in English (working language at ESRF) and strong computational/data analysis skills are expected

Contract of 18 months, renewable for a further 6 to 18-month period.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

- Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries

- Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges

- Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022

- Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life

- Benefit from ourcompetitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

The ESRF is an X-ray light source for Europe. It is located in Grenoble, France, and supported and shared by 20 countries.