Postdoctoral fellow

Université de Strasbourg; France; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research university in France seeks a Postdoctoral fellow to work on an innovative project in organic chemistry focusing on novel self-assembled lipid systems. The role requires a PhD in organic chemistry, with a solid grounding in organic synthesis and good communication skills. The position is full-time with a contract duration of 12 months and a starting date in January 2026. Apply by December 11, 2025.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge in organic synthesis
• Experience required: < 2 years after PhD

Responsabilités

• Build novel self-assembled lipid systems capable of light-triggered adaptation of their surrounding pH.
• Combine light-responsive molecular machines with self-assembling systems.

Connaissances

Organic synthesis

Good communication skills (written and oral)

Ability to interact with several partners in a multi-disciplinary environment

Independent and proactive

Formation

PhD degree in organic chemistry

Description du poste

Organisation/Company Université de Strasbourg Department Direction des ressources humaines Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country France Application Deadline 11 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Paris) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 15 Jan 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

1. Position identification

Title of post: Postdoctoral fellowp>

Type of contract: Fixed-term contract

Category (A,B or C) : A

Contract/project period: 12 months Expected date of employment: 15/01/2026

Proportion of work 100%

Desired level of education: PhD

Experience required : < 2years after PhDp>

Contact(s) for information on the position (identity, position, e-mail address, telephone):

Closing date for the receipt of applications: 11/12/2025

2. Research project or operation

Photo-Induced Adaptation of Bio-Inspired Vesicles Surroundings

3. Activities

• Description of the research activities :

The project aims to build novel self-assembled lipid systems capable of light-triggered adaptation of their surrounding pH that would be the path for a directional cargo flux. The innovation relies on the emergence of a spatio-temporal controlled proton gradient in the surrounding of vesicles due to the use of molecular machines. This bio-inspired system will be built in a supramolecular bottom-up approach combining light-responsive molecular machines and selfassembling systems.

4. Skills

• Qualifications/knowledge :

PhD degree in organic chemistry with a solid knowledge in organic synthesis

• Operational skills/expertise :

Organic synthesis

Good communication skills (written and oral)

Ability to interact with several partners in a multi-disciplinary environment

Independent, proactive with driving force

5. Environment and context of work

• Presentation of the laboratory/unity :

The Charles Sadron Institute (ICS) is a world‑class research institute specializing in polymers and self‑assembled systems.

Located in Cronenbourg, the ICS is a “Unité Propre” (UPR 22), i.e., an independent research unit of the CNRS, associated with the Institute of Chemistry (INC) and the Institute of Physics (INP) of the CNRS. It is also associated with the University of Strasbourg and INSA Strasbourg, with strong links to the Physics and Engineering UFR, the ECPM and the Faculty of Chemistry. The ICS is a key player in the Carnot Mica Institute and in the Federation of the Materials and Nanosciences Research of the Grand Est, and is involved in numerous national and international networks.

Structured in eight research teams and Seven platforms, the ICS brings together 53 researchers and teacher‑researchers, 38 engineers, technicians and administrative staff and around 100 doctoral students, post‑docs, associate researchers and internship students.

Following a multidisciplinary approach, the scientific mission of the Institute covers the science of polymers and self‑assembled systems, from the mechanisms of formation of macromolecules to the fundamental understanding of their properties, both in dilute and condensed phases.

With more than 100 publications per year, our current project focuses on the interface between chemistry, physical chemistry, and experimental and theoretical physics, addressing both fundamental and applied questions related to societal needs.

• Hierarchical relationship :

The researcher will join the SAMS team under the supervision of Dr. Rémi Plamont (CNRS Research Scientist).

• Special conditions of practice (notice attached): /

To apply, please send your CV, cover letter and diploma to: