Researcher (M/F) in Atmospheric Chemistry and Glaciochemistry

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Institut des géosciences de l'environnement Research Field Mathematics History » History of science Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 3 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Country France Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Manage the operation of an Orbitrap-IRMS. Analyze, process, and interpret results; promote the work through scientific publications

• Analysis of ice core samples and atmospheric aerosols
• Day-to-day operation of an Orbitrap (maintenance, management, data acquisition, and processing)
• Writing scientific reports and articles
• Facilitating meetings
• Presentations at symposia, conferences, workshops, etc.
• Designing and managing analytical chemistry experiments and analyses

The Institute of Environmental Geosciences (IGE) is a research laboratory (CNRS/UGA/Grenoble INP/INRAE/IRD) in the field of environmental sciences with approximately 350 staff members that conducts research on climate, the water cycle, the ocean, the cryosphere, and natural and human-altered environments.
The purpose of this position is to utilize Orbitrap analyses as part of an ERC project aimed at constraining the oxidative capacity of the past atmosphere.
The successful candidate will be based full-time at the Institute of Environmental Geosciences in Saint-Martin d'Hères. The position reports to Joël Savarino and Nicolas Caillon.

In-depth knowledge of the operation and data processing of the isotope ratio Orbitrap, experience in data processing, expert-level programming in Python, proficiency in atmospheric and isotopic chemistry, strong writing skills, and experience in scientific publishing.

• Proficiency in programming languages (R, Python);
• Proficiency in collaborative tools;
• Fluency in written and spoken English—Level B2/C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages;
• A good command of French is preferred;
• Strong ability to work independently, organize, be thorough, and respond quickly;
• Ability to work in a team, particularly in a multicultural setting;
• Adaptability and strong communication skills;
• Ability to synthesize information and explain European regulations and procedures in layman's terms;

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