Assistant Professor position in the field of Atmospheric Sciences - Permanent position - IMT Nord Europe

Discipline: Atmospheric aerosols

Supervisor: Director of the Center of Education, Research and Innovation Energy and Environment (CERI EE)

Workplace: Campus Bourseul, Douai

Type of contract and duration: Permanent full-time position

CONTEXT:

Public establishment belonging to IMT (Institut Mines-Télécom), placed under the supervision of the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty, IMT Nord Europe has three main objectives: to train  students with ethical engineering practice, enabling them to solve 21st century issues; to carry out R&D activities leading to outstanding innovations; and to support territorial development through innovation and entrepreneurship. Ideally located in the heart of Europe, 1 hour away from Paris, 30 minutes from Brussels and 1.5 hour from London, IMT Nord Europe has strong ambitions to become a key player in the current industrial, digital and environmental transitions, by combining education and research in engineering and digital technologies.

Located on two main campuses dedicated to research and education in Douai and Lille, IMT Nord Europe offers research facilities of almost 20,000m² in the following areas:

- Digital science,

- Energy and Environment,

- Materials and Processes.

For more details, visit the IMT Nord Europe’s website : www.imt-nord-europe.fr and CERI EE’ website : https://research.imt-nord-europe.fr/energy-and-environment/

The CERI EE has a vacant position in the research axis Observations, Sources, and Processes in the Atmosphere (OSPA). OSPA focuses on the physicochemistry of atmospheric trace species through both laboratory and field experiments, with the aim of improving the understanding of the characteristics, sources, and fate of air pollutants. Some of the OSPA members participate in the European Research Infrastructure Consortium ACTRIS (https://www.actris.eu/) and as such, provide long-term aerosol observations at the ATOLL platform located on the campus of the University of Lille. CERI EE offers a multicultural working environment, with laboratories located in Douai, a medium-sized town close to Lille, a cosmopolitan city known for its vibrant cultural scene and lively atmosphere.

We invite applications for a new permanent full-time position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of atmospheric aerosols.

BRIEF ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Under the guidance and responsibility of the Director of the CERI EE, the successful candidate should conduct the following missions/activities:

• Teaching (~25%)
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (from lab work to lectures) in the field of environmental sciences, general chemistry and/or process engineering
• Mentor and advise students, participate in internship defenses and project presentations, and develop new educational practices and pedagogies

• Research and technology transfer (~75%)
  • Develop and lead research projects in partnership with other laboratories
  • Master field and lab instrumentation and data analysis related to atmospheric aerosols
  • Introduce or develop complementary techniques for better characterization of aerosol properties
  • Supervise technical staff, PhD students and postdoctoral scholars
  • Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences and meetings.
  • Prepare an “Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches” (which allows to directly supervise French PhD theses)
  • Ensure the promotion and development of the Centre Energy and Environment
  • Participate to scientific networks in their research area of expertise
  • Participate to the organization of scientific events

The base salary is defined at the national level and based on the civil servant status. It will be adjusted for research experience. This position has telework options (2 days maximum per week).

REQUIRED PROFILE:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Demonstrate strong scientific qualifications in the area of atmospheric physics and/or chemistry, especially related to aerosol observations. An experience abroad relevant to these topics is highly recommended and field experience would be appreciated.
• Demonstrate technical and scientific skills in aerosol mass spectrometry and data analysis by source-receptor modelling.
• Demonstrate good communication skills, along with an ability to work effectively and creatively as part of a research team.
• Be available to actively participate in field campaigns, and attend scientific working groups and networks, as well as national and international conferences.
• Demonstrate ability or significant potential for teaching excellence in the graduate and undergraduate programs in French or English language, and a strong desire to develop teaching programs based on digital technologies.

The applicant will hold a PhD degree in atmospheric science with a strong expertise on aerosol measurements. He/she will demonstrate scientific rigor, a proven track record of international publications in leading conferences and journals, as well as organization and good interpersonal skills with faculty staff, technical engineers, students, etc. and other partners.

CONDITIONS:

The job is to be filled as to 01/03/2025.

The administrative residence is in Douai.

Eligibility requirements: Doctorate degree.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT AT IMT NORD EUROPE:

• Possibility of partial teleworking
• Exceptional working environment
• Plenty of time off
• Collective catering on site
• Public transport paid for home-work commute (75%)
• Sustainable mobility package (for carpooling or cycling)
• Family supplement according to family situation
• Wide range of social benefits
• Stimulating innovation ecosystem (startups, students, research, companies

INFORMATION AND APPLICATION PROCESS:

For any information on the missions, please contact

Prof. Nadine LOCOGE, Director of the CERI EE (nadine.locoge@imt-nord-europe.fr ; +33 327 712 619)

Prof. Véronique RIFFAULT, Deputy Head of CERI EE for Environmental Research (veronique.riffault@imt-nord-europe.fr; +33 327 712 636)

For any administrative information, please contact the Human Resources Department: jobs@imt-nord-europe.fr

This job is offered to civil servants on a mobility basis, or on a contractual basis under public law.

In addition, the position can be adapted for a disabled person.

This position is available to civil servants on a temporary basis or on a contract basis under public law.

Information for internal use by staff on Cadre de Gestion IMT : Reference job category: II-C

Applicants are invited to provide:

- A CV specifying in particular your activities in research (including a list of publications and conference presentations) and teaching, administration and other collective responsibilities,

- Add the names and contact details of two referees, who will be contacted separately.

- Copies of degrees and diplomas,

- A letter of motivation,

- A 4-page summary of your qualifications, work and experience,

- An identity document,

- A project for integration into CERI EE, describing the research activities you wish to develop, taking into account the complementary skills of the host team (please contact the research team mentioned above).

We will begin reviewing applications as they are received. Shortlisted candidates will be informed before 20/12/2024. They will be invited: (1) to present their work and their teaching and research plan for joining the laboratory - in person or remotely, and (2) to attend a recruitment interview on mid on January. The interview can be held in English.

DEADLINE DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 08/12/2024