ESRF - Post-doc (f/m) on ID16B in the X-ray imaging and microscopy

At a glance

Job title: Post-doc (f/m) on ID16B in the X-ray imaging and microscopy
Ref.: PDID16B-2
Contract type: Time-limited contract
Working time: Full-time job
Salary range: 49.8 K€ minimum
Publication start on Front Office : Site internet: 22/10/2025
Contract duration: 18 months, renewable for a further 6 to 18 months

Context & Job description

Beamline ID16B is dedicated to hard X-ray nano-analysis, combining X-ray fluorescence (XRF), X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), X-ray excited optical luminescence (XEOL), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and 3D/4D X-ray nano-imaging (nano-CT) techniques. The instrument enables world-leading research across a wide range of scientific disciplines from earth and environmental science to life science and materials science. ID16B is exploiting a wide energy range from 6 to 33 keV while routinely offering beamsizes down to 50 nm. It can accommodate sample environments (furnace, cryostat, electrochemical cells…) providing unique in situ nano-analysis capabilities.

You will pursue your own in-house research program using the 3D nano-imaging capabilities available at the beamline (ex-situ and in-situ), bring in your own field of expertise and collaborate with the ID16B team and its collaborators specifically. You will develop innovative projects using X-ray computed nano-tomography techniques.

You will also support international research in areas with a very large scientific and social impact such as bio-medicine, sustainable materials, energy related devices, geosciences and/or nanotechnology. These disciplines seek for non-destructive and/or in situ investigation of the morphology of complex systems.

Further information may be obtained from Julie Villanova (tel.: +33 (0)4 76 88 23 46; email: julie.villanova@esrf.fr

Expected profile

PhD in Energy and Materials science, physics, or related discipline obtained less than 3 years ago
A strong background in imaging analysis is required, a knowledge in DVC is an asset
Aptitudes in programming (Python) is an asset
Experience in synchrotron radiation experiments is an advantage
Team player and ability to interact with multi-disciplinary staff and facility users
Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF)

Working conditions

Contract of 18 months, renewable for a further 6 to 18-month period.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and 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 your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html

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

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Company description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.