Temporary contract | 24 months | Hautscharage
Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.
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How will you contribute?
You have experience in surface treatment and interface engineering? You already worked with thin coatings deposition and adhesion promotion?
Then we have a new opening for you! The Structural Composites (SC) Unit at LIST is looking for a passionate post-doctoral fellow for a 24-months contract.
The postdoctoral activity will focus on the structure-adhesion relationships of the interfacial region in ultrathin material assemblies utilized in electronics (printed circuit board). The challenge of this research is to both develop thin coatings deposition and identify their physico-chemical structure at the interfacial region, requiring the use of complementary cutting-edge characterization techniques (transmission electron microscopy (TEM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), x-ray photoelectron spectrometry (XPS), secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS)...). Based on the gathered knowledge, assemblies with new interfacial functionalities will be developed and tested.
This position is in the frame of an industrial collaboration with Circuit Foil Luxembourg, a high-quality electrodeposited copper foils manufacturer. By combining fundamental and applied approaches, we intend to develop advanced materials highly demanded for the development of advanced electronics.
You will be mainly in charge of:
Developing surface preparation methods and thin coating deposition methods
Characterize thin coatings
Manufacture ultra-thin materials assembly and characterize their interface
Understand structure-adhesion relationships from characterization data
Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!
Education
PhD in Material Science and Engineering or Material Chemistry
Experience and skills
Strong experimental background in surface treatment, surface characterisation, interface engineering or materials assembly, as demonstrated by first author-publications in Q1 journals
Knowledge and know-how on the physico-chemical aspects of material adhesion, interface engineering in multi-materials assemblies, or on the surface treatment of materials will be considered as an asset
Ability to quickly adapt to issues by proposing new solutions, open to other researchers’ ideas
Team player spirit, and ability to work in a timely fashion to meet deadlines
Language skills
Fluency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory.
Fluency in French, both oral and written, is an important asset.
Other relevant languages (German, Luxembourgish) are considered to be a plus.
Your LIST benefits
An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do
An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
Personalized learning programme to foster our staff’s soft and technical skills
Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
32 days’ paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers
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Your application must include:
A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience
A scientific CV with contact details
List of publications (and patents, if applicable)
Contact details of 2 references
Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
Application procedure and conditions
We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.
LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.
Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.
Please note that by applying you consent to share your application with Julie MOUZON and Zainhia KAIDI from Circuit Foil Luxembourg.
Your PhD diploma must be recognized in Luxembourg. Please refer to: