PhD Thesis Student on ID14 LECOR

Job title:

PhD Thesis Student on ID14 LECOR

Company:

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility

Job description

Context & Job descriptionSubject: Elastic and plastic properties of iron alloys at extreme conditionsYou will join the team of the Nuclear Resonance Scattering (ID14) beamline composed of 7 people and perform the research within the ERC-funded project LECOR (Light Elements in the Core). The project is aimed to refine compositional models of the Earth’s inner core, particularly the nature of its light elements. The candidate will conduct experiments to determine the elastic and plastic properties of various iron-bearing alloys and compounds at conditions of the deep Earth’s interior. Experiments at high-pressure-temperature conditions will be performed at ID14 and also at other beamlines specializing in the experiments under extreme conditions.Further information may be obtained from Ilya Kupenko ( ).Expected profile

• We seek a highly motivated individual with a keen interest in experimental work and with the ability to work both independently and as a part of the team
• The applicant should hold a degree allowing enrollment for a PhD (such as MSc, Master 2 de Recherche, Laurea, or equivalent) in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a closely related field
• Experience in high pressure, solid-state physics, nuclear resonance scattering, x-ray diffraction, and/or other synchrotron techniques is desirable but not required
• Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF) and computational skills

Working conditionsYour shall be enrolled in XXX University / Doctoral School as a condition of your hiring.Contract of two years renewable for one year.Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!What we offer: * Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries

• Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
• Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe’s Green Capital 2022
• Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
• Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer toThe ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.Company descriptionThe European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.Supported by 21 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

Expected salary

€31500 per year

Location

Grenoble, Isère

Job date

Fri, 17 May 2024 00:17:21 GMT

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