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Postdoctoral Position in Analytical Chemistry for Paint Layer Analysis CNRS in France

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

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France

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CNRS

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Keywords

Chemistry
Materials Science
Analytical Chemistry
Art
Mass Spectrometry
Hplc
Chromatography
Archaeometry
Art Conservation

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Postdoctoral position in analytical chemistry focused on the study of paint layers, offered through a collaboration between Sorbonne Université / CNRS (LAMS, Paris) and École Polytechnique / CNRS (LCM, Palaiseau), in France.

The project, titled Novel Analytical Approaches for the Study of Paint Layers, aims to develop new analytical methodologies to better understand the molecular mechanisms of ageing, drying, and degradation in oil-based paint layers containing lake pigments. The work combines chromatography, mass spectrometry, and advanced imaging approaches for the analysis of model samples, historical paint samples, and potentially samples from artworks.

Main activities include preparation and artificial ageing of model samples; development of HPLC and SFC separation methods coupled with mass spectrometry; multimodal imaging using MALDI, TOF-SIMS, and AFM-IR; development of data-processing methods; and analysis of historical and model materials. This is a strong fit for candidates interested in analytical chemistry, separation science, mass spectrometry, imaging, and data analysis in an art/heritage science context.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD in analytical chemistry and have solid expertise in separation techniques and mass spectrometry, with experience in chromatography and/or imaging. An interest in data processing is also expected.

Funding: 18-month postdoctoral contract with a gross monthly salary of €3,081.33 to €3,519.85 for candidates with less than two years of experience, according to the current salary scale.

Application deadline: 15 September 2026. Interested candidates should first send a CV and cover letter to Lucie Arberet and David Touboul. The formal application will then be submitted through the CNRS Job Portal once the official posting is available.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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