"Post-Doctoral Researcher in Green Electrochemical Synthesis of Phosphorus Derivatives"

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified post-doctoral researcher to join our research team for a groundbreaking project focused on the development of green and sustainable electrochemical methodologies for the synthesis of phosphorus derivatives. This research project aims to address the growing demand for phosphorus-based chemicals while mitigating the environmental impact associated with their production. Expertise in molten salt and/or phosphate electrochemistry would be a plus for this position.

Responsibilities

• Green Electrochemical Synthesis: Conducting research to establish innovative and environmentally friendly electrochemical procedures for the production of green phosphorus intermediates, focusing on the creation of various P-X bonds using electrochemical redox reactions, sequential in-situ transformations, catalysis, and other related techniques.
• Experimental Validation: Designing and conducting experiments at laboratory and pilot scales to validate the feasibility and scalability of the developed processes for potential industrial applications.
• Analysis and Characterization: Employing a wide range of analytical techniques, including EM, SEM, AFM, XPS, UV-Vis, IR, cyclic voltammetry, and NMR to comprehensively characterize synthesized compounds and intermediates.
• Synthesis and Mechanistic Design: Contributing to the design and synthesis of novel phosphorus derivatives while gaining insights into mechanistic aspects of the electrochemical reactions.
• Sustainability: Ensuring that all research activities align with green and sustainable principles, with a focus on minimizing the carbon footprint of phosphorus derivative synthesis.
• Publication and Reporting: Collaborating with the research team to write scientific reports, prepare research publications, and effectively present results and data analysis in both French

Candidate Criteria

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, or a related field, with a strong background in electrochemical methods.
• Proven experience in the development of green and sustainable electrochemical methodologies, and electrochemical synthesis.
• Solid knowledge of electrochemistry, chemical analyses, and structural characterizations using techniques such as EM, SEM, AFM, XPS, UV-Vis, IR, cyclic voltammetry, NMR, etc. Motivated, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively within a research team.
• Proficiency in scientific writing, report preparation, and communication skills in both French and English.

Application and Selection

The application folder must contain:

• Detailed CV,
• Cover letter along with a synthetic presentation of the background, research works, projects and activities, publications, key achievements,
• Research and teaching plans, entrepreneurial ideas and concepts if any, and services to UM6P community: max 3-4 pages,
• 2 reference letters.

UM6P.