Postdoc: Nanocomposite Mechanics & Electronics

CNRS; France; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partial reimbursement of transport

Job summary

The CNRS SIMaP/LMGP collaboration seeks a PhD candidate to characterize Cu2O/CuCrO2 nanocomposites using mechanical, electrical and microstructural techniques. The project involves advanced in-situ measurements and collaboration with Grenoble-based laboratories.

The candidate will synthesize and analyze materials, operate nanoindenters, AFM, SEM, and MOCVD-related equipment, and contribute to publications and conferences. English proficiency is required; autonomy is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or Materials Physics.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical and microstructural characterizations.
• Strong synthesis and communication skills; autonomous work; English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical and microstructural characterizations of Cu2O/CuCrO2 nanocomposites.
• Conduct in-situ electrical measurements during mechanical testing in SEM or dedicated setups.
• Collaborate with LMGP and SIMaP teams; analyze data and interpret results.
• Prepare reports and contribute to publications and conference presentations.

Skills

Mechanical characterization

Electrical characterization

Microstructural characterization

Nanoindentation

Tensile testing

AFM

SEM

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Materials Physics

Tools

MOCVD deposition

Nanoindentation instrument

SEM

AFM

Job description

The CNRS SIMaP/LMGP collaboration seeks a PhD candidate to characterize Cu2O/CuCrO2 nanocomposites using mechanical, electrical and microstructural techniques. The project involves advanced in-situ measurements and collaboration with Grenoble-based laboratories.

The candidate will synthesize and analyze materials, operate nanoindenters, AFM, SEM, and MOCVD-related equipment, and contribute to publications and conferences. English proficiency is required; autonomy is essential.