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The open PhD positions in materials engineering in France listed here are at Université de Toulouse.
Université de Toulouse
France
1 month ago
PhD opportunity in hybrid PVD/ALD multilayer thin films for improving dielectric breakdown strength in future high-voltage electronic devices for sustainable aeronautics. The project is hosted by the University of Toulouse (LAPLACE Institute) in collaboration with the University of Nottingham . The research combines materials engineering , electrical engineering , inorganic chemistry , and thin-film science to develop nanolaminate dielectric stacks based on AlN and Al2O3 . Research topics includ...
1 month ago
Sombel Diaham
Université de Toulouse
France
1 month ago
PhD opportunity in hybrid PVD/ALD multilayer dielectrics for high-voltage power electronics in sustainable aeronautics. This MSCA COFUND BEST doctoral project is hosted by the University of Toulouse, LAPLACE Institute, in collaboration with the University of Nottingham. The research addresses a major challenge for future More Electric and All Electric Aircraft: how to build thin, reliable electrical insulation layers that can withstand very high electric fields while remaining compatible with in...
1 month ago
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Eléna Ishow
Université de Nantes
France
3 months ago
PhD funding is available at CEISAM laboratory (CNRS 6230), Nantes University, France for an interdisciplinary project at the interface of organic synthesis , photochemistry , and nanomaterials , with a research focus on magneto-optical coupling . The post seeks a highly motivated and competent/high-level candidate for a doctoral contract. The opportunity is framed as a shared partnership project and is suitable for applicants interested in cross-disciplinary research spanning chemistry and mater...
3 months ago
European Synchrotron Radiation Facility
France
2 months ago
PhD opportunity in operando TEM analysis of ionotronic materials with a focus on functional oxides , two-dimensional free-standing membranes , epitaxial growth, oxygen-vacancy ordering, and topotactic phase transitions. The project is hosted at the Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons (ER-C) at Forschungszentrum Jülich and is part of the Nextstep Doctoral Programme . The research combines transmission electron microscopy , electron holography , electrical and optical...
2 months ago
Sombel Diaham
Université de Toulouse
France
1 month ago
PhD opportunity in hybrid PVD/ALD multilayer dielectrics for high-voltage power electronics in sustainable aeronautics. This MSCA COFUND BEST doctoral project is hosted by the University of Toulouse, LAPLACE Institute, in collaboration with the University of Nottingham. The research addresses a major challenge for future More Electric and All Electric Aircraft: how to build thin, reliable electrical insulation layers that can withstand very high electric fields while remaining compatible with in...
1 month ago
Estimated costs in France.
MonthlyYearly | |
|---|---|
![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €368 $400/yr |
![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.5k $6,000/yr |
![]() Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €552 $600/yr |
![]() Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | €91 $99/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Assistant Professor
INSA Lyon
France
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Science
Semiconductor Physics
Sintering
Université de Toulouse
France
Materials Chemistry
Tissue Engineering
Biomaterial
Materials Science
Bioceramics
Professeur dot. Science et Génie des matériaux
Université Paris 13 Institut Universitaire de Technologie de Saint-Denis
France
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Solid State Physics
Alloy Chemistry
Nanomechanics
Université de Toulouse
France
Polymer Physics
Solid Mechanics
Ceramics Engineering
Soft Matter Physics
Rheology
Professor
École normale supérieure de Lyon
France
Polymer Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Rheology
Poroelasticity
Granular Physics
Université Grenoble Alpes
France
Semiconductor Physics
Metal Oxide
Ceramics Engineering

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