PhD position in the ERC Advanced Grant “SPRING” on molecular machines and motorized self-assemblies

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Strasbourg, ALSACE
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Apr 2026

13 Mar 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Strasbourg
Department

CNRS - Institut Charles Sadron
Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistry
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions

PhD Positions
Application Deadline

15 Apr 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Paris)
Country

France
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

38.5
Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon Europe - ERC
Reference Number

101199917
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The doctoral student will study the integration of molecular motors into supramolecular self-assemblies, and how the mechanical work generated by the actuation of the molecular machine will transform the structure and function of the entire system. This approach will be implemented in soft mater systems, using artificial molecular motors to transduce various kinds of energy sources in mechanical work, and in order to design an entirely new kind of active materials such as those encountered in living systems.

The doctoral candidate will be based in Strasbourg at the Institut Charles Sadron within the SAMS Research Group (http://sams.ics-cnrs.unistra.fr/en/ ).


Where to apply
E-mail

giuseppone@unistra.fr

Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry » Organic chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We are looking for an outstanding highly motivated candidate with a strong academic record holding a Master degree in Chemistry. An excellent theoretical background, experience in synthetic organic chemistry and/or supramolecular chemistry is a prerequisite for this ambitious project. 


Specific Requirements

Applicants should hold MSc degree (or equivalent) with good grades and good English skills. As criteria for the assessment of your qualifications, emphasis will also be laid on relevant work experience and previous publications (if any).

Candidates will be integrated in an international multi-disciplinary environment. The candidate must therefore have excellent personal skills and be able to work in a team.

Women are especially encouraged to apply.


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Research Field
Chemistry » Organic chemistry
Years of Research Experience
None

Additional Information
Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a salary in accordance with the French regulations for doctoral candidates (2300 euros gross salary per month). The contract will be 36 months.


Eligibility criteria

Applicants must hold a master degree in organic chemistry and/or supramolecular chemistry. An experience in soft matter characterization would be an asset. Regarding the multicultural context of the research group, fluency in spoken and written English is a requirement along with an ability to work in a team.  


Selection process

The selection process will consist in two rounds: 1/ selection based on the application file, 2/ interview of the selected candidatse after round 1.

All applications must include:

- a curriculum vitae and contact information of two referees.

- a one-page “expression of interest”, stating the applicant's interest in working on that particular project.

- a short report of the master internship (to be included in the CV file)

- grade obtained during the master.

All incomplete applications will not be considered. 
 


Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Institut Charles Sadron
Country
France
City
Strasbourg
Postal Code
67034
Geofield


Contact
City

Strasbourg
Website

http://sams.ics-cnrs.unistra.fr/
Street

23 Rue du Loess
Postal Code

67083

STATUS: EXPIRED

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