LE STUDIUM® RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
(Open to non-French citizens and non-French residence)
Research Field: Refractory corrosion
CONTEXT
The laboratory Conditions Extrêmes et Matériaux : Haute Température et Irradiation (CEMHTI, Extreme Conditions
and Materials: High Temperature and Irradiation) has high-level skills in the field of spectroscopy (XRD, Raman, NMR,
and IR). Also, It has developed aerodynamic levitation for a long time and applied this technique to spectroscopy. It
already performed few viscosity measurements few years ago. The host team (Refractory Material: Design and
Corrosion) has a long experience in the field of refractory corrosion and is developing methods for in situ monitoring
of phase changes due to corrosion. Corrosion kinetics plays a key role in design of new and optimized refractory
material involving raw materials and refractory producers. Industrial applications are then numerous: Hightemperature material making, waste incineration and biomass gasification. Today, the group studying refractory
corrosion at CEMHTI intends to strengthen its skills and its knowledge of corrosion kinetics or of viscosity by
recruiting a top-level scientist in one of these topics.
MISSION OF THE RESEARCH SCIENTIST
LE STUDIUM® fellow should be a leader either in heterogeneous kinetics modeling or in the study of molten oxides
viscosity. Depending on his/her background and skills, the selected applicant will work on one or both of these two
topics which are more detailed below.
1/ Study of the corrosion: reaction kinetics and thermodynamic modelling
The laboratory has developed an in situ experimental method for quantifying product of high-temperature
corrosion. In addition, the laboratory plans to perform corrosion tests associated with the Diffabs beamline at the
SOLEIL Synchrotron. The recruited person will take part in the high-temperature XRD analyses setting and in
modeling of the reactions : thermodynamic and kinetics.
2/ Study of the viscosity of molten oxides:
The CEMHTI has developed various devices based on aerodynamic levitation for more than 15 years. It is currently
developing an aerodynamic levitation setup to measure viscosity and surface tension of liquid oxides at very high
temperatures.
The viscosity can be also evaluated from the diffusion coefficient using Stoke-Einstein equation. The diffusion
coefficient will be measured by studying the liquid dynamics at neutron sources (quasielastic neutron scattering.
Experiments will be performed at the Institute Laue Langevin (ILL). The recruited scientist will contribute to the
development and setting of the experience and to the modeling of the composition-dependent viscosity and surface
energy.
The successful candidate will benefit from the international scientific environment of Region Centre Val de Loire and
work under the leadership of the CEMHTI, UPR3079, CNRS, in Orléans, France.
LE STUDIUM ® Loire Valley Institute for Advanced Studies
1, rue Dupanloup- 45000 Orléans, France
Tél. 33 (0)2 38 21 14 82 – e.mail : contact@lestudium-ias.fr
http://www.lestudium-ias.com
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:
• To perform research in the field of refractory corrosion, in a strong multiphysics approach
• To contribute to the improvement of the experimental method for reaction kinetics identification or
thermophysical properties measurement
• To contribute to the modeling
• To publish results obtained from experiments and modeling
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The position is intended to attract candidates with at least five years but preferably ten years postdoctoral
experience. The candidate will work within a research group dedicated to refractory corrosion, especially kinetics or
viscosity. Successful candidate for this position will have a PhD with extensive experience in refractory corrosion and
will be an experienced researcher with at least five years but preferably ten years post PhD experience.
Required skills are:
 Experience in refractory material
 Able to work independently
 Strong organizational and time management skills - able to prioritize work, manage time effectively and
deliver results on time
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make clear and concise
presentations and prepare compelling grant proposals
 Team-oriented and capable of working in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
 Fluent (both spoken and written) in English – French language could be an advantage
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The position is based in Orleans, France and offers a contract of one year. The host laboratory might support later
application of the candidate for permanent CNRS position. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience
conforming to EU standards.
The position includes a personal salary and accommodation for the applicant and his/her family. The successful
applicant would be encouraged to take up the post as from January 2016 but there is some flexibility over starting
dates. A scientific committee working according to European Union recommendations will independently assess and
select applications.
Entitlements detailed in the contract of employment for the fellowship, include a monthly gross remuneration and
the rental costs of a fully furnished apartment. Utilities (water, heating, electricity, tax) have to be paid by the fellow.
LE STUDIUM® offers a social protection scheme for all health costs complementing the French basic protection
deductible form the monthly net salary for the research fellow and her/his family.
Working hours, vacation and travelling expenses are bound by the same regulation as those effective for the
personnel of the hosting laboratory, allowing the achievement of a balance between private and professional life.
In addition, the work contract describes the way the activity reports have to be provided by the research fellow and
specifies the agreement on how intellectual property and confidentiality rights are ensured.
Members of LE STUDIUM® operational team assist with all administrative and logistical matters (visa, residence
permit, housing, registration to social agencies, medical coverage, school for children, diverse activities…) to host the
selected fellow and her/his family in the respect of the French and European legislations and to make her/his
experience in region Centre Val de Loire successful.
CONDITIONS OF APPLICATION
Deadline for application is the 15 January 2016
LE STUDIUM ® Loire Valley Institute for Advanced Studies
1, rue Dupanloup- 45000 Orléans, France
Tél. 33 (0)2 38 21 14 82 – e.mail : contact@lestudium-ias.fr
http://www.lestudium-ias.com
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Your candidacy should contain 3 documents:
- completed LE STUDIUM application form
- resume of no more 2 pages
- and motivation letter
The 3 documents must be submitted to LE STUDIUM® General Secretary- Sophie.gabillet@lestudium-ias.fr
LE STUDIUM ® Loire Valley Institute for Advanced Studies
1, rue Dupanloup- 45000 Orléans, France
Tél. 33 (0)2 38 21 14 82 – e.mail : contact@lestudium-ias.fr
http://www.lestudium-ias.com
LE STUDIUM ® Loire Valley Institute for Advanced Studies
1, rue Dupanloup- 45000 Orléans, France
Tél. 33 (0)2 38 21 14 82 – e.mail : contact@lestudium-ias.fr
http://www.lestudium-ias.com
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