Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F) in Electrochemistry

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A prominent research organization in France seeks a postdoctoral researcher in electrochemistry to develop innovative methodologies based on electron photoinjection. The ideal candidate, holding a PhD, will engage in experimental electrochemical work, analyze data using advanced surface analysis techniques, and contribute to scientific publications. The position requires strong motivation and excellent team collaboration skills, starting in March 2026 at the Institute of Chemical Sciences of Rennes.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a PhD in electrochemistry.
• Strong background in electrochemistry required.
• Experience in developing experimental setups and methodologies is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Develop original electrochemical/photoelectrochemical methodologies.
• Conduct experimental work in electrochemistry.
• Perform analyses using electrochemistry, AFM, XPS, Raman.

Connaissances

Electrochemical methodology

Mechanistic studies of electrochemical processes

Surface analysis techniques

Excellent communication skills

Team spirit

Formation

PhD in electrochemistry

Outils

Raman spectroscopy

X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS)

Atomic force microscopy (AFM)

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Institut des sciences chimiques de Rennes Research Field Chemistry » Physical chemistry Chemistry » Computational chemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country France Application Deadline 24 Dec 2025 - 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

In the general field of surface modification by electrochemistry, understanding these processes and their applications, the postdoctoral researcher will be tasked with developing a new approach/methodology based on the principle of electron photoinjection (EPI), in order to prepare functional surfaces from simple chemical precursors.

As part of an ANR project aimed at better understanding radical grafting reactions in order to guide their reactivity:

• Develop original electrochemical/photoelectrochemical methodologies.
• Conduct experimental work in electrochemistry.
• Perform analyses (Electrochemistry, AFM, XPS, Raman, etc.).
• Prepare a scientific and technical bibliography, as well as scientific reports and research publications.

The research will take place within the MaCSE Team at the Institute of Chemical Sciences of Rennes (ISCR), located on the Beaulieu campus in Rennes, starting in March 2026. The position falls within the area of scientific and technical potential protection (PPST) and therefore requires, in accordance with regulations, that the candidate's arrival be authorized by the relevant authority within the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (MESR).

The candidate must hold a PhD in electrochemistry. He/​she must have a strong background in electrochemistry. Extensive experience in electrochemical methodology, mechanistic studies of electrochemical processes, development of equipment and experimental setups in electrochemistry, and surface analysis (Raman, XPS, AFM, etc.) will be an asset. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced researcher who is committed to their project. Furthermore, the candidate must possess excellent communication skills and team spirit.