Research engineer in synthesis processes and bio-based nanomaterials

We are looking for a research engineer to join the CLIPS project at the University of Technology of Compiègne as part of the PUI-ASU Prematuration programme, within the Industrial Process Engineering department, TIMR joint research unit.

The CLIPS project aims to develop eco-compatible synthesis and functionalisation processes for bio-based nanomaterials.

Your mission will be to participate in research on the development and optimisation of these processes and to characterise the nanomaterials obtained and their functionalisation using various techniques.

• Participate in an innovative project.

• Contribute to major technological advances.

• Contribute your technical expertise to solve complex challenges and develop innovative solutions.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and benefit from a stimulating and enriching work environment.

ACTIVITIES

• Development of production processes for bio-based nanomaterials.

• Complete physical and chemical characterisation of the nanomaterials obtained and their functionalisation.

• Evaluation of the physical and chemical properties, and possibly biological properties, of these nanomaterials.

• Synthesis, presentation and drafting of progress reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS

Experience

This position could be a first professional experience for a candidate with a PhD in chemistry, materials, chemical engineering and/or physical chemistry formulation.

Type of contract and expected date of recruitment

Fixed-term contract, planned duration of 13 months, immediate recruitment – end date no later than 30/09/2026

Gross monthly salary

According to experience and funding

Hours worked

37 hours and 30 minutes/week – 1,607 hours/year

Working environment and context

The activity is carried out within the industrial process engineering department – Integrated Renewable Material Transformation Laboratory (TIMR UTC-ESCOM) https://timr.utc.fr/

TIMR's mission is to develop, validate and implement knowledge and expertise for processes and reactions involved in the transformation of renewable materials. Its research activities address scientific and technological issues, as well as current societal challenges related to optimising resource use and renewing industrial processes, in line with a sustainable development approach (https://timr.utc.fr/). Through its activities, the laboratory is part of the Bioeconomy For Change (B4C) competitiveness cluster.

Funding for the CLIPS project, ‘Colloidal Lignin Particle Synthesis,’ is part of the implementation of a Pre-Maturation Programme of the Sorbonne University Alliance University Innovation Cluster (PUI-ASU). It aims to develop eco-compatible synthesis and functionalisation processes for bio-based nanomaterials.

Diploma, training and accreditation

Degree : doctorate or PhD

Field of study: chemistry, chemical engineering, materials or physical chemistry

Skills

Knowledge

• Chemistry (master's degree)

• Materials and nanomaterials

• Physicochemical characterisation

• Written and oral communication skills

• Oral and written presentation skills

• English language: B2 to C1 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Operational skills

• Conduct experiments

• Write analysis reports and summary documents in English

• Work in a multidisciplinary environment

• Work as part of a team

Behavioural skills

• Organisational skills

• Initiative

• Listening skills

• Interpersonal skills

• Conceptualisation skills

• Adaptability.