PhD: Radiation effects of non-metallic materials for optical systems in extreme environments

PhD: Radiation effects of non-metallic materials for optical systems in extreme environments

Start: 1st October 2024

Duration: 36 months

Application deadline: 30th June 2024

Location: Laboratoire Hubert Curien, Saint-Etienne, France

Note: All employment at the Hubert Curien Laboratory is decided on the sole basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. All are encouraged to apply to job openings regardless of their origin, identity, health, beliefs and orientations.

The PhD topic is focused on the study of the radiation effects on commercial polymeric materials of interest in different irradiation conditions, with special focus on extreme high-radiation applications. 

Prerequisites: 

  • MSc degree or equivalent in applied/experimental physics, engineering, materials science, chemistry or science in general.
  • Analytic and experimental skills proven by MSc-work or work experience.
  • Affinity with practical work to run experiments.
  • Flexible attitude and adaptability towards the operation of experimental settings.
  • Positive attitude towards a multidisciplinary environment with multiple stakeholders.
  • Good knowledge of the English language (oral and writing) or of French language.
  • Good communications skills (soft-skills).

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Information and application: CV, cover letter and copy of ID document to be sent to:

Matteo Ferrari (PhD supervisor) matteo.ferrari @ univ-st-etienne.fr 

Published on May 6, 2024