PhD in Eco-friendly Polysaccharide-Based Electrodes for Electrochemical Degradation of Persistent Organic Pollutants Université Paris-Saclay in France

PhD opportunity at Université Paris-Saclay (SATIE Laboratory, Cnam Paris site) in electrochemistry, materials science, chemistry, and environmental science.

The project is titled Eco-friendly polysaccharide-based electrodes for the electrochemical degradation of persistent organic pollutants. It aims to design and develop sustainable, bio-derived electrode materials combining functionalised polysaccharides and layered double hydroxides for advanced electro-oxidation of persistent organic pollutants in water.

Research topics include pollutant degradation and mineralisation, electron-transfer enhancement, in situ generation of highly oxidative radical species, and conversion of contaminants into CO₂ and H₂O. The work is positioned at the intersection of green materials, electrochemical water treatment, and sustainable remediation technologies.

Eligibility: candidates should hold a Master’s degree or engineering degree in chemistry, materials science, or materials engineering. A strong background in materials synthesis and electrochemistry is required. Experience with surface chemical modification, bio-based materials, polymers, polysaccharides, hybrid materials, or environmental/electrochemical systems is especially valued.

Skills sought: experimental rigor, careful data management, growing independence, critical analysis of results, interdisciplinary curiosity, and strong scientific communication in French and/or English.

Supervision: Sohayb Khaoulani and Najla Fourati Ennouri. Doctoral School: Electrical, Optical, Bio-physics and Engineering. Research unit: SATIE Laboratory / Systèmes et Applications des Technologies de l'Information et de l'Energie.

Timeline: start date 2 November 2026; application deadline 15 September 2026 (ADUM page). The LinkedIn post also mentions 1 September 2026, so applicants should verify the deadline on the official ADUM listing and apply as early as possible.

Application: use the ADUM link provided in the post to submit the application. For further information, contact the supervisors listed in the announcement.