Postdoc position on the development of antibacterial coatings for 3D printed implant structures

Karlstad University; Nancy; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institution in France is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to develop antibacterial coatings for 3D printed implant structures. The role involves synthesizing nanomaterials, optimizing coatings for biocompatibility, and working collaboratively in a research team. Applicants should have a PhD in chemistry or material science with relevant experience. This position offers an 18-month contract starting February 1, 2026 and will enhance your expertise in a cutting-edge field.

Qualifications

• Experience in nanomaterial synthesis and surface treatment.
• Strong background in electrochemistry and vibrational spectroscopy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in research.

Responsabilités

• Develop antibacterial coatings for 3D printed implant structures.
• Optimize structure and chemical composition for biocompatibility.
• Participate in project meetings and publish scientific results.

Connaissances

Nanomaterial synthesis

Surface treatment

Electrochemistry

Vibrational spectroscopy

SEM

Excellent English communication

Formation

PhD degree in chemistry, material science or relevant domain

Description du poste

Postdoc position on the development of antibacterial coatings for 3D printed implant structures

For several years now, additive manufacturing has experienced a major boom thanks to the possibility of manufacturing architectural parts by replacing the bulk material with a lattice structure, which leads to a gain in mass without reducing the mechanical properties. These aspects have opened up a new horizon in the biomedical field, particularly in the manufacture of metallic prostheses. A main challenge is that for the biocompatibility with body the tissues are expected to colonise the printed lattices, while for preventing inflammation bacteria should be repelled.

This postdoc work is targeted at treating the printed surface by depositing antibacterial ZnO nanowires inside metallic lattice structures. The shape and size of the lattices, the deposition parameters, will be optimized to enhance the selective biocompatibility (facilitate the adhesion and growth of host cells while inhibiting the colonisation of bacteria) and corrosion resistance. The main activities include:

• Elaboration of metal nanoparticle-based coatings by chemical and electrochemical methods.
• Optimization of the structure and chemical composition for the expected properties.
• Study the morphology, structure and chemical stability of the deposits.

The candidate is also expected to participate in the work meetings of the project, write scientific publications and project reports, and supervise internship students.

This work is supported by ANR Project “Functional improvement of 3D-architectural metal alloy parts for biomedical applications” (ICARUS-FALL). The work will be carried out at the LCPME – Laboratory of Physical Chemistry and Microbiology for Materials and the Environment (https://www.lcpme.ul.cnrs.fr/) located in Villers-lès-Nancy. The candidate will join the ELAN (Analytical Chemistry and Electrochemistry) and SIMAVI (Spectroscopy of Material and Living Interfaces) teams at the LCPME. The postdoctoral researcher will have an 18-month fixed-term contract with CNRS. The starting date is Feb. 1, 2026.

Requirements.

• PhD degree in chemistry, material science or relevant domain.
• Experience in nanomaterial synthesis and surface treatment.
• Experience in electrochemistry (electrodeposition, EIS), vibrational spectroscopy (IR, Raman) and SEM.
• Excellent oral and writing in English. French is not mandatory.
• Self‑motivated independent working in a collaborative environment.
• An interest in (micro)biology would be appreciated.