Post-doctoral fellow (M/F) in synthesis and optical characterisation of scintillating halide nanoparticles

Organisation/Company

CNRS

Department

Institut de Recherche de Chimie Paris

Research Field

Chemistry
Physics
Technology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

France

Application Deadline

16 Feb 2024 – 23:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

35

Offer Starting Date

1 Mar 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

A post-doctoral research position is available at the IRCP as part of the ANR SCINAPS (Scintillating NanoComposite Sensors for enhanced detection) project. The aim of this project is to develop new nanocomposite scintillators based on the association of plastic scintillators with halide nanoparticles. The candidate will be in charge for the synthesis and characterisation of new rare earth-doped halide nanoparticles. The main objective will be to develop a methodology for producing nanoparticles of controlled size while maintaining the highest possible scintillation efficiency.

The main tasks are :
– Development of halide nanoparticles (fluoride, chloride, bromide) of controlled sizes and morphologies
– Structural and spectroscopic characterisation of these nanoparticles
– Autonomy and ability to work as part of a team.
– written and spoken English

The MPOE Group at IRCP (https://www.ircp.cnrs.fr ) is renowned for developing a large range of materials for photonics applications. We are currently looking for an outstanding, creative and highly motivated young post-doctoral researcher to develop highly performant hybrid scintillators based on rare earth doped nanoparticles embedded in polymer. The contract is offered for a period of 12 months that can be extended.
The applicant will be involved in the French national project, SciNapS (Scintillating NanoComposites Sensors for enhanced detection) which consists of evaluating a variety of high-Z nanomaterials for the design of polymer nanocomposite scintillators for high-energy sensitization. SciNapS project will gather three academic teams (IRCP, French Nuclear Agency CEA, LLB), a start-up company, and an industrial leader.

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Physics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Technology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Languages

FRENCH

Level

Basic

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 – 4

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

1 – 4

Research Field

Technology

Years of Research Experience

1 – 4

Additional Information
Eligibility criteria

The candidate should hold a PhD in nanoparticle synthesis and have a strong interest in interdisciplinary research. Previous experience in optical spectroscopy of nanocrystals will be considered an asset. The candidate must have demonstrated the ability to write and publish high-quality articles.

Website for additional job details

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR8247-ALBFER-001/Default.aspx

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Institut de Recherche de Chimie Paris

Country

France

City

PARIS 05

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Candidat/Offre/UMR8247-ALBFER-001/Candidater.aspx

Contact

City

PARIS 05

Website

http://www.ircp.cnrs.fr

STATUS: EXPIRED