Phd Position In Bioelectrochemistry / Numerical Modelling

22 May 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company

CNRS UMR7281

Department

Bioenergetics and Protein Engineering

Research Field

Chemistry » Analytical chemistry

Chemistry » Physical chemistry

Chemistry » Computational chemistry

Engineering » Chemical engineering

Engineering » Simulation engineering

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

France

Application Deadline

1 Jul 2023 - 23:55 (Europe/Paris)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38.5

Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2023

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

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our research team as a PhD student. The successful candidate will work on numerical modelling or fabrication, characterisation and optimization of gas-diffusion bioelectrodes. The goal of the project is to develop and optimise electrodes tailored for the use of redox enzymes as sustainable catalysts in energy- related applications. The research will be conducted under the supervision of I. Mazurenko within the framework of Threenzy project funded by ANR-agency.

Key responsibilities:

Conducting research and experiments related to the project

Performing electrode fabrication and electrochemical experiments

Performing numerical modelling and simulation

Collecting and analysing data using other suitable techniques

Writing and presenting research findings in scientific publications and conferences

Collaborating with other team members and researchers in related fields

Requirements:

Master's degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Engineering or another related discipline.

Strong background in electrochemistry and/or numerical modelling methods

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

One or several qualifications from this list will strengthen the application:

Experience in bioelectrochemistry or biochemistry

Experience in conductive materials fabrication and characterization

Knowledge of Comsol® or another FEM software

Knowledge of 3D-modelling and 3D-printing principles and software

Knowledge of Python or other programming languages

Research environment:

The work will be conducted in the interdisciplinary BIP laboratory situated in Marseille (France). The applicant will be employed by CNRS on the basis of a 3-years contract and registered as a PhD-student in the Aix-Marseille University. The position offers a standard salary of 2135 €/month (gross), partial transport reimbursement and an on-site canteen with reduced fares, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment in our research institution.

To apply, please submit the following documents to [email protected] :

Curriculum vitae (CV)

Cover letter outlining your research interests, qualifications, and career goals

Academic transcripts from the university courses

1-2 letters of recommendation from academic referees

The shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Application deadline: 01/07/2023

Expected starting date: 1/10/2023

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry » Analytical chemistry

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Physical chemistry

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Combinatorial chemistry

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Engineering » Chemical engineering

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Engineering » Simulation engineering

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Additional Information Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

BIP, CNRS

Country

France

City

Marseille

Postal Code

13009

Street

31 chemin Joseph Aiguier

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Marseille

Website

https: // bip.cnrs.fr/groups/bip08/

Street

31 chemin Joseph Aiguier

Postal Code

13009

STATUS: EXPIRED