PhD Positions in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Cryoporometry (NMRC)
Direction Sciences de la Terre et Technologies de l’Environnement

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PhD Positions in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Cryoporometry (NMRC)

We are excited to announce two open PhD positions - fully funded research projects within the ANR-DFG French-German collaboration.

This is a unique opportunity to join an international team dedicated to advancing cutting-edge research at the intersection of nanoporous materials and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) techniques.

These PhD projects, one located in Germany and one in France, focus on the advancement of nuclear magnetic resonance cryoporometry (NMRC), a powerful yet under-represented technique for the structural characterization of nanoporous solids.

Over the past few years, there have been significant theoretical advancements in NMRC, but its full potential remains untapped—especially for multiscale porous materials.

In a tightly collaborative way, you will help to unlock this technique's capabilities for practical applications, including battery research, green catalysis, and natural clay systems. The project will give you hands-on experience with a diverse array of experimental setups, from custom-built low-field NMR devices to state-of-the-art NMR spectrometers operating at frequencies up to 750 MHz.

Key Highlights:

• Collaborative environment: Work closely with top researchers in Germany and France, with regular interactions and annual short research stays at the partner laboratories.
• Cutting-edge facilities: Access to unique experimental equipment for both low-field and high-field NMR studies.
• Interdisciplinary research: The project spans physics, physical chemistry, materials science, and chemical engineering, providing a rich interdisciplinary experience.
• Real-world applications: your research will have a direct impact on fields such as energy storage and environmental science.

Qualifications:

A university degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.

• Basic knowledge of NMR is highly desirable, though candidates with a strong background in related fields and a keen interest in learning NMR techniques are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer:

Funded position for 3 years with a 75% E13 salary based on German public sector regulations.

• Funded position for 3 years (a gross salary of 2400 €/2600 €/2800 € each year) 
• The opportunity to publish in top-tier journals and present your work at international conferences.
• A vibrant and supportive research environment at Leipzig University and IFPEN.
• An international collaboration with regular interactions between German and French colleagues.

Interested applicant should send the motivation letter and a curriculum vitae to:

Prof. Dr. Rustem Valiullin
Leipzig University, Faculty of Physics and Earth System Sciences
Felix Bloch Institute for Solid State Physics
Applied Magnetic Resonance Division - Linnestr. 5, 04103, Leipzig, Germany,

Dr Marc Fleury
IFP Energies Nouvelles
1 et 4, avenue de Bois-Préau - 92852 Rueil-Malmaison Cedex France