Postdoctoral Researcher in Laser Ultrasonics at the Nano- and Microscale (M/F)

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research organization in France is seeking a talented researcher to conduct experiments in picosecond acoustics and laser ultrasonics. You will prepare samples, perform non-destructive experiments, and analyze data within a multidisciplinary project. A PhD in Physics-related fields, expertise in pump-probe techniques, and fluency in English and French are required. This full-time temporary position offers opportunities for published work and international presentations.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field is required.
• Strong mastery of pump-probe techniques and picosecond acoustics.

Responsabilités

• Preparing and mounting samples.
• Conducting picosecond acoustics experiments.
• Performing non-destructive shock-wave experiments.
• Acquiring, analyzing, and interpreting experimental data.

Connaissances

Pump-probe techniques

Picosecond acoustics

Programming (Matlab, LabVIEW)

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Formation

PhD in Applied Physics, Physics, or Optics

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Institut de physique de Rennes Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country France Application Deadline 4 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Mar 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

We are seeking a talented and motivated researcher with expertise in picosecond acoustics and laser ultrasonics. The experimental researcher will conduct fully optical picosecond acoustic measurements on multilayer opaque materials, combined with dynamic loading experiments and high‑intensity laser injection.

The research project involves implementing and operating an optical experimental setup based on a femtosecond laser for time‑resolved measurements of acoustic phonons in opaque and/or semi‑transparent materials. The femtosecond setup must be coupled and synchronized with a sub‑nanosecond system capable of applying intense dynamic stresses simultaneously with picosecond acoustic phonons and/or with optical injection of electron flux.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and mounting samples.
• Conducting picosecond acoustics experiments.
• Performing non‑destructive shock‑wave experiments.
• Acquiring, analysing, and interpreting experimental data.

The independent researcher is expected to propose new ideas, publish results in high‑impact journals, and present findings at international conferences.

The researcher will work autonomously and carry out laser ultrasonics experiments within a multidisciplinary project, in collaboration with members of the CNRS IETR laboratory.

Qualifications

• PhD in Applied Physics, Physics, or Optics.
• Strong mastery of pump‑probe techniques and picosecond acoustics.
• Experience with programming and data acquisition (Matlab, LabVIEW at minimum).
• Fluency in written and spoken English and French.
• Interest in multidisciplinary research.