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Postdoc in X-ray Diffraction and Scattering on Biological Membrane Mimics at Liquid Interfaces European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in France
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Temporary full-time postdoc contract for 18 months, renewable for a further 6 to 18 months. The post mentions competitive compensation and allowances, plus financial support for relocation to Grenoble.
Deadline
Oct 8, 2026
Country
France
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Postdoc opportunity at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF), Grenoble, France. The ID10-SURF beamline in the X-ray Diffraction and Scattering Group is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join work on surface and interface science using X-ray surface scattering techniques.
The project focuses on the interactions between biological membrane mimics at liquid interfaces and macromolecules, including polymers and proteins. The successful candidate will participate in beamline operation, support external users as local contact, and develop an independent research programme. The role also includes contributing to advanced data analysis strategies for surface X-ray scattering data and to the development of beamline-specific sample cells.
Research topics at the station include X-ray reflectivity (XRR), grazing-incidence wide-angle scattering (GIWAXS), grazing-incidence small-angle scattering (GISAXS), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and X-ray absorption near edge structure (XANES). The beamline’s double crystal deflector enables studies of liquid surfaces and buried interfaces. Current in-house themes include Langmuir films mimicking cell membranes, nanoparticle assembly at liquid interfaces, and catalysis, including CVD growth of 2D materials on liquid metal catalysts and Fischer–Tropsch synthesis.
Eligibility highlights: PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or a closely related field obtained within the last 3 years; strong instrumentation and data analysis skills; relevant experience with scattering techniques; basic scattering modelling knowledge; and programming experience in Python or MATLAB.
Funding and conditions: Full-time temporary contract for 18 months, renewable for an additional 6 to 18 months. The post advertises competitive compensation and allowances, including relocation support to Grenoble.
Deadline: 8 October 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Paris).
Contact: Dr. Oleg Konovalov ([email protected]).
Funding details
Temporary full-time postdoc contract for 18 months, renewable for a further 6 to 18 months. The post mentions competitive compensation and allowances, plus financial support for relocation to Grenoble.
What's required
PhD or equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, or a closely related field obtained within the last 3 years. Applicants should have strong aptitude for instrumentation and data analysis, knowledge of surface science, liquid surfaces, soft matter, or solid-state physics, experience applying X-ray or neutron scattering to soft matter or related systems, basic scattering data modelling skills, programming experience in Python or MATLAB, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary staff and facility users.
How to apply
Apply through the job application website or the Euraxess vacancy page. Review the ESRF employment terms and submit your application before the deadline.
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