Postdoc: High-Rate Mechanical Testing via Laser-Plasma Shock

CNRS - National Center for Scientific Research; France; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CNRS, at the PIMM laboratory in France, seeks a researcher to lead mechanical testing experiments using a laser installation, velocimetry, and high-speed imaging. The role focuses on elasto-plastic material behavior under extreme pressures within the Astrid Philae project, collaborating with industrial partners and LULI.

The candidate must hold a PhD in materials under extreme pressure and have hands-on experience with laser-driven shock waves and velocimetry.

Qualifications

• PhD in materials subjected to extreme pressure conditions.
• Knowledge of laser-plasma-generated shock waves for mechanical testing.
• Experience in time- and space-resolved velocimetry.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop experiments for high-rate mechanical testing.
• Fabricate/assemble samples for laser-driven tests.
• Adapt or install the experimental setup at the Hera facility.
• Develop software for data acquisition and analysis if needed.
• Conduct experiments and collect data with the laser-plasma system.
• Analyze datasets and relate results to elasto-plastic challenges.
• Coordinate with project partners and permanent staff.

Skills

Laser-plasma techniques

Time- and space-resolved velocimetry

Data acquisition software development

Education

PhD in materials under extreme pressure

Job description

CNRS, at the PIMM laboratory in France, seeks a researcher to lead mechanical testing experiments using a laser installation, velocimetry, and high-speed imaging. The role focuses on elasto-plastic material behavior under extreme pressures within the Astrid Philae project, collaborating with industrial partners and LULI.

The candidate must hold a PhD in materials under extreme pressure and have hands-on experience with laser-driven shock waves and velocimetry.