Post-doctoral position in EPR spectroscopy : Multifrequency study of metallic mononuclear compl[...]

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A research organization based in France is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to conduct experiments in quantum computing using paramagnetic molecules as qubits. The successful candidate will carry out RPE experiments, prepare samples, analyze data, and contribute to research publications. A PhD in physics or chemistry is essential, along with knowledge in molecular magnetism and magnetic spectroscopies. The position offers full-time work and collaboration opportunities in a vibrant research environment.

Qualifications

• PhD thesis in physics or chemistry with knowledge of molecular magnetism.
• Good understanding of physicochemical methods and magnetic spectroscopies.
• Skills in collaboration and teamwork.

Responsabilités

• Carry out RPE experiments in cw and pulse modes.
• Prepare samples and analyze data.
• Write reports and participate in group meetings.

Connaissances

Knowledge of molecular magnetism

Experience with EPR

Understanding of quantum mechanics

Teamwork skills

Autonomy

Formation

PhD in Physics or Chemistry

Outils

Squid magnetometry

X-ray diffraction

Theoretical calculations (DFT, ab initio)

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Laboratoire national des champs magnétiques intenses Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country France Application Deadline 30 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2026 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

: In the field of information processing, different approaches are being followed to build quantum computers that would improve computing performance in many aspects. One of the avenues being explored relies on the use of microwaves to manipulate paramagnetic molecules as quantum bits (qubits). In this project, we are interested in coordination complexes involving integer spin metallic ions as qubits. The objective is to identify those which present the best magnetic anisotropy and relaxation time characteristics through an in-depth EPR (Electron Paramagnetic Resonance) study in continuous wave and pulse mode, carried out jointly at the LNCMI and the laboratory CEA Grenoble/Symmes/Campe.

The successful candidate will be in charge of carrying out RPE experiments, in cw and pulse modes, over a wide frequency range (X and Q bands and at high frequencies). He/She will also participate in the preparation of samples, including synthesis depending on his/her skills.
The successful candidate will analyze data, write reports, participate in the writing of manuscripts, and present the results during group meetings and conferences.

The Laboratoire National des Champs Magnétiques Intenses (LNCMI), located on 2 sites (Toulouse and Grenoble), is a CNRS laboratory (UPR3228) and a 'Très Grand Instrument de Recherche' (TGIR). It is associated with INSA Toulouse, Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA), and Université Paul Sabatier (UPS, Toulouse).
Part of the post-doctoral work will also be carried out in collaboration with the CEA Grenoble/Symmes/Campe. It is part of the Infranalytics research infrastructure and is associated with CNRS and Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA).
These two laboratories are geographically very close and have a long history of fruitful collaboration.

The candidate must have a PhD thesis in physics or chemistry, with a good knowledge of molecular magnetism. A good knowledge of physicochemical methods in general and magnetic spectroscopies in particular (ideally EPR or otherwise NMR and/or IR) is required as well as a good grasp of quantum mechanics. Skills in Squid magnetometry (dc and ac), X-ray diffraction (single crystal), theoretical calculation (DFT, ab initio) will be appreciated. The candidate will carry out collaborative work and must demonstrate good teamwork skills as well as good autonomy.