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Post-doctoral researcher – experimental study of air emissions from vehicle braking

IMT Nord Europe · State civil service

En français : Post-doctorant·e – étude expérimentale des émissions atmosphériques issues du freinage

This job in plain words

A 13-month post-doctoral research job at the CERI Energy and Environment unit of IMT Nord Europe, in Douai. The project studies particles and VOCs released when vehicles brake, using lab tests.

Open to non-civil servants

Can you apply?

Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff can apply. No nationality condition is stated.

Category
Category A (executive)
Diploma
Ph.D. · PhD in materials physical chemistry or atmospheric analytical physical chemistry
Contract
Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff. Fixed-term contract (CDD) of 13 months.

The profile they want:

  • PhD in materials physical chemistry or atmospheric analytical physical chemistry.
  • Able to run experiments.
  • Process data using Python.
  • Good written and spoken English.
  • Scientific rigour and autonomy.
  • Project management and teamwork.

What you would do

  • Expand VOC measurements to PAHs using adsorption cartridges.
  • Analyse samples using TD-GC-FID/MS.
  • Develop two composite materials with controlled formulations.
  • Characterise the physical and chemical properties of the materials.
  • Run controlled braking tests and analyse the emissions.
  • Publish and present the project results.

How to apply

Apply on the school's online recruitment platform, using the link in the offer. Applications are reviewed as they arrive until the job is filled.

Documents to send:

  • CV
  • Cover letter describing the research areas of interest for the job
  • Contact details of at least two referees
  • Major publications (optional)

Good to know:

  • Regular travel between Douai and Villeneuve d'Ascq (30 km) is required.
  • Work is done at the Douai and Villeneuve d'Ascq campuses.
  • Selected candidates will have a video interview.
  • Job starts on 1 October 2026.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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