2 MSCA Postdocs 2026 @ Centrale Nantes: Underwater Radiated Noise/CFD & Robotic Binder Jetting

Centrale Nantes invites highly motivated researchers to apply for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026. We offer a world-class research environment, cutting-edge facilities, and personalized support for your proposal.

Why Choose Centrale Nantes?

As a leading French institution, Centrale Nantes consistently ranks among the best globally:

• 1st and only French institution in the global Top 75 for Ocean Engineering (Shanghai Ranking 2025).
• Top 102 worldwide in Mechanical Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).
• 3rd French Engineering School in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 for Engineering, Digital, and Physical Sciences.
• Leader in Sustainability: Ranked 4th among French engineering schools in the QS Sustainability 2026 rankings and featured in the Top 10 of the "Engineering Schools to Change the World" ranking by Les Echos START & ChangeNOW.

Choose Your Research Pathway

We are seeking candidates for two cutting-edge projects:

Theme 1: Advanced Numerical Simulations in Computational Fluid Dynamics and Fluid-Structure Interaction for Naval Hydroacoustics (LHEEA Lab)

• Topic: Use advanced numerical simulations to understand and mitigate Underwater Radiated Noise (URN) from shipping to protect marine ecosystems.
• Focus: Multiphysics coupling (CFD, FSI) and hydroacoustics using High-Performance Computing (HPC) and machine learning for real-time noise estimation.
• Ideal Profile: Strong background in fluid mechanics and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
• Supervisor: Laetitia Pernod.

Theme 2: Robotic High-Throughput Binder Jetting for Large-Scale (GeM Lab)

• Topic: Develop an AI-augmented CAD/CAM framework for low-energy robotic binder-jetting systems dedicated to large-scale sand mold fabrication.
• Focus: 6-axis robot trajectory optimization, multi-scale geometric modeling, and life-cycle assessment (LCA) to support low-carbon design strategies.
• Ideal Profile: Expertise in CAD/CAM, robotic manufacturing, and/or computational design.
• Supervisor: Tugdual Le Neel.

Candidate Profile & Eligibility

• Academic Level: You must hold a doctoral degree by the call deadline (Sept 9th, 2026) and have a maximum of 8 years of research experience.
• Mobility Rule: You must not have resided or worked in France for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to the deadline.
• Skills: Fluency in English, team spirit, and a strong academic track record are essential.

Attractive Employment Conditions

• Salary: Approximately €6,000 monthly (fully loaded cost of employment).
• Allowances: Mobility allowance (€710/month) and family allowance (€660/month) if applicable.

Benefits: Flexible teleworking, 75% transport reimbursement, and sustainable mobility bonuses (cycling/car-pooling).

Application Process

Submit your application in English to pauline.rouaud@ec-nantes.fr.

Your application must include:

1. A detailed CV with a list of publications.
2. A proposal outlining your project idea based on the theme 1 or 2.

Centrale Nantes is committed to equality and diversity; this call is open to all.