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University of Bordeaux

Postdoctoral Researcher in Organic Chemistry and Photoredox Catalysis at University of Bordeaux University of Bordeaux in France

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

24-month fixed-term postdoctoral contract starting in January 2027. Gross monthly salary from 2750 € to 3000 € according to the salary grid. Not funded by an EU programme.

Deadline

Oct 11, 2026

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France

University

University of Bordeaux

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Keywords

Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Spectroscopy
Mechanistic Studies
Photoelectrocatalysis

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Postdoctoral researcher in organic chemistry at the University of Bordeaux (Institut des Sciences Moléculaires, Talence, France).

This 24-month postdoc is part of the CoCat-Light project funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR). The project focuses on photoredox catalysis, HAT catalysis, supramolecular photocatalysis, and the functionalization of alkanes under mild conditions with high selectivity. The work combines methodological development, mechanistic studies, photoreactivity analysis, organic synthesis, spectroscopy, and DFT calculations.

The successful candidate will optimize catalytic conditions, study reaction scope and kinetics, determine association constants, characterize complexes by vibrational/electronic static and transient spectroscopy, synthesize substrates, and compare newly developed photocatalytic systems with existing ones. The postdoc will contribute to publications and scientific dissemination within the research group.

Supervision is by Jean-Marc Vincent and Thierry Tassaing, within the Organic Nano-Structures (NEO) and Molecular Spectroscopies (GSM) groups. The position is based in Talence, Gironde, France, with a start date of 1 January 2027.

Requirements include a PhD in organic chemistry, ideally prior experience in photoredox catalysis or related work, strong skills in organic synthesis and optical spectroscopy, autonomy, rigor, communication skills, and English proficiency. Applications are reviewed as they arrive.

To apply, submit a CV, a short statement of qualifications and motivation, a publication list, and the email addresses of two references through the University of Bordeaux/Euraxess application route.

Funding details

24-month fixed-term postdoctoral contract starting in January 2027. Gross monthly salary from 2750 € to 3000 € according to the salary grid. Not funded by an EU programme.

What's required

PhD or equivalent in organic chemistry; ideally prior experience in photoredox catalysis for alkane functionalization or a similar topic; proficiency in organic synthesis, photoredox catalysis, and optical spectroscopy techniques; ability to work rigorously and autonomously; good communication skills; English proficiency at an excellent level (C1/B2); compliance with Working Laws (Passeport Talent).

How to apply

Apply via the University of Bordeaux job website or the Euraxess posting. Send a CV, a brief statement of qualifications and motivation, a list of relevant publications, and the email addresses of two appropriate references.

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