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Subject: Oxidation and Fluorination Reactions at High Pressure and Temperature You will join Prof. Ulrich Häussermann (Stockholm) and Dr. Wilson Crichton (ESRF) to synthesize solid-state compounds with higher oxidation states through oxidation and fluorination reactions at high pressure and temperature.

The beamline ID06-Large Volume Press aims to study the synthesis, phase diagrams, transitions, and physical properties of materials at high pressure and temperature using X-ray diffraction, often combined with other techniques.

For further information, please contact Wilson Crichton (tel.: +33 (0)4 76 88 22 69, email: crichton@esrf.fr), or Ulrich Häussermann (+46(0)8 16 23 90, email: Ulrich.haussermann@mmk.su.se).

Qualifications:

• Degree enabling PhD enrollment (e.g., MSc, Master 2 de Recherche, Laurea or equivalent) in chemistry, physics, materials science, geosciences, or a related field
• Background in solid-state chemistry, high-pressure synthesis, or X-ray diffraction is desirable
• Proficiency in English (the working language at ESRF)

The salary will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative international research institute with staff from 38 different countries
• Collaborate with global experts to advance science and tackle societal challenges
• Live in a vibrant city in the heart of the Alps, 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 relocation to Grenoble

For more details on employment terms and conditions, please visit https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html.

ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.