NANO-ELECTROCHEMISTRY (M/F)

23 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CNRS

Department

Direction des ressources humaines

Research Field

Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

France

Application Deadline

20 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

35

Offer Starting Date

23 Feb 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

The nanoelectrochemistry theme is included in several priorities that are explicitly set out in the CNRS 2019-2023 Contract of Objectives and Performance. In terms of (electro) analytical aspects, it will contribute to the multi-scale characterization of matter and advanced analytical methods. As for the development of devices or nano-objects using electrochemistry, this will involve both the design of novel functional materials and the design of new materials that break with existing solutions. Applied fields are also at the heart of the CNRS's priority concerns, both in terms of disciplines such as engineering or materials at the ultimate scales, and multi-disciplinary fields such as the energy transition or health and the environment. While electrochemistry is a field in which French teams are well recognized, their involvement in the major challenges raised by nanochemistry has only recently received attention, and needs to be supported. In particular, approaches at the ultimate scales should be able to contribute to the emergence of breakthrough technologies in connection with the transitions (ecological, energy, digital, etc…) towards a safer and less energy-consuming world (one of the priorities of the French Research Programming Law for the years 2021 to 2030, according to the report annexed to law no. 2020-1674). The creation in 2024 of a CNRS Tenure Track position in a laboratory attached to the CNRS Chemistry would strengthen this fundamental and applied sector of French chemistry.

Electrochemistry is a sub-discipline of physical chemistry dealt with by several research teams at the CNRS. It is widely open to inter-disciplinarity and interacts strongly with materials science, physics, biology, engineering and environmental sciences. A number of top laboratories can host a laureate in this field, as demonstrated by the prominent position of French teams within the International Society of Electrochemistry. We have chosen from among the best laboratories those with the experience and capacity to develop the scientific theme proposed, in line with their well-established and recognized position in electrochemistry, particularly at the nanoscopic scale.

The aim of the project will be to explore the effects of size and/or confinement, contributing to advances in nanochemistry and nanoelectrochemistry for the development of new concepts or the design of new-generation devices for analysis (sensors and imagers) and/or the implementation of original electrochemical approaches for access to functional materials at the nanometric scale (nanostructured surfaces, nanoelectrodes, nano-networks) for applications in the fields of the environment, energy, catalysis, biomedicine, molecular electronics or information storage, among others. The aim of the Tenure Track is therefore mainly methodological and experimental, although theoretical and/or artificial intelligence approaches may be used to support the planned developments. Developments involving the coupling of electrochemistry with other physico-chemical techniques (spectroscopies, microscopies), as well as interdisciplinary approaches, are encouraged.

The research theme of this CNRS Tenure track can be applied to the various universities targeted in the territory, depending on the place of recruitment. Depending on his/her profile, the successful candidate will be able to contribute to teaching in physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, materials chemistry, nanochemistry, catalysis, etc. at bachelor's or master's level.
The activity will be assessed in particular on the basis of scientific output (publications, conference papers, patents, etc...), institutional and private partnerships formalised by contracts, international influence, the promotion of work to scientific communities in the broadest sense, innovation and its transfer to society and scientific dissemination to non-specialist audiences.

The CNRS is developing a strong policy in favor of open science. Open science consists of making research results "as accessible as possible and closed as necessary". As such, the CNRS aims to make 100% of the texts of publications resulting from the work of its laboratories accessible , in particular through deposit in HAL. The data produced must also be made available and reusable, except for specific restrictions. In addition, the guiding principles of individual evaluation have been revised in accordance with the DORA declaration, to be more qualitative and to take into account all facets of the researcher's profession.

The dissemination of the results will be done through world-class scientific productions: publications, patents, software... In addition, the results will be communicated to various targets such as scientific communities, media, decision makers, general public, schools, etc., with an adapted calendar. Specific tools may be developed such as websites, newsletters, meetings, international symposia, summer schools and conferences.

The relationship between science and society is now recognized as a full dimension of scientific activity. The project will develop this dimension in synergy with all the partners. The resulting research work will contribute to informing public decision-making. Participatory science initiatives may be initiated with actors from the project's socio-economic and cultural eco-system.

Requirements
Additional Information
Eligibility criteria

holders of a doctorate or a PhD or equivalent degree or applicants who have gained scientific. There is no restriction on the age or nationality of applicants. All CNRS positions are accessible to people with disabilities, with special arrangements for tests made necessary by the nature of the disability.

Website for additional job details

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CPJ/CPJ-2024-021/Default.aspx

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Direction des ressources humaines

Country

France

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Candidat/Offre/CPJ-2024-021/Candidater.aspx

STATUS: EXPIRED