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Postdoctoral Researcher in Atmospheric and Astrochemical Reaction Mechanisms Institute of Analytical Sciences and Physical Chemistry for the Environment and Materials in France

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Fixed-term researcher contract for 12 months, with possible extension of 9 months. Salary is between €3,041 and €4,216 gross per month depending on experience.

Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

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France

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Institut des Sciences Analytiques et de Physico-chimie pour l'Environnement et les Matériaux

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Keywords

Chemistry
Quantum Chemistry
Molecular Modeling
Astronomy
Atmospheric Science
Earth Science
Ultraviolet Spectroscopy
Infrared Spectroscopy
Astrochemistry
Physics

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About this position

CNRS is advertising a postdoctoral researcher position at the Institute of Analytical Sciences and Physical Chemistry for the Environment and Materials (IPREM-UMR 5254) in Pau, France, within the Analytical, Physical and Theoretical Chemistry (CAPT) research unit.

The project focuses on the experimental and theoretical study of reaction mechanisms of atmospheric and astrochemical interest. Research topics include cryogenic matrix isolation, infrared spectroscopy, gas-phase UV photoelectron spectroscopy (UV-PES), GC-MS, photolysis, and quantum chemistry calculations to assign spectra and understand electronic/vibrational structure and reactivity. The work also involves reactions of hemiterpene/isoprene derivatives and other organic compounds with oxidants such as halogenated radicals or ozone.

The successful candidate will help design and develop experimental setups, characterize transient species and final products, perform theoretical calculations, analyze data, and contribute to publications and reports. The role also includes supervision of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students involved in the project.

Eligibility: PhD in physical chemistry or chemistry, with experience in cryogenic matrix isolation, molecular spectroscopy, vacuum techniques, and molecular modeling. Strong English, teamwork, communication, and scientific writing skills are expected. Willingness to travel nationally and internationally is also requested.

Contract and funding: 12-month fixed-term contract, extendable by 9 months, with salary between €3,041 and €4,216 gross per month depending on experience.

Deadline: 7 October 2026, 11:59 PM.

Contacts: Alejandro Gutierrez Quintanilla and Karinne Miqueu at IPREM/UPPA.

Funding details

Fixed-term researcher contract for 12 months, with possible extension of 9 months. Salary is between €3,041 and €4,216 gross per month depending on experience.

What's required

PhD in physical chemistry or chemistry; 1 to 4 years of desired experience; experience in cryogenic matrix isolation; skills in developing and fine-tuning experimental setups in physical chemistry; experience with molecular spectroscopies such as FT-IR, UV-Vis, and emission spectroscopy; knowledge of vacuum techniques is highly valued; experience in molecular modeling; good written and spoken English; teamwork and communication skills; ability to write reports and articles; willingness to travel for national and international collaborations.

How to apply

Apply through the CNRS job portal before the deadline. Review the offer details and submit the application online using the posting reference UMR5254-SOPPUY-148.

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