About the Position
INRAE, France’s leading research institute in agriculture and environmental science, is offering a Postdoctoral Position: Implementing IRMS and Laser Spectroscopy Systems to Measure Soil and Plant Fluxes of COS, CO₂, and Their Isotopologues. Based in Bordeaux, this ERC-funded project focuses on understanding carbon cycling by investigating how rising CO₂ levels and mycorrhizal partnerships influence soil–plant–atmosphere interactions. The successful candidate will join the ECODIV–AgroEcoSystems department under the supervision of Dr. Lisa Wingate, contributing to innovative research using Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) and laser spectroscopy. This interdisciplinary role bridges biogeochemistry, functional ecology, and atmospheric science, offering international collaboration and access to state-of-the-art analytical facilities.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
- Institution: INRAE (National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment)
- Department: ECODIV–AgroEcoSystems
- Research Field: Environmental Science – Global Change, Geosciences
- Location: Villenave d’Ornon Cedex, Bordeaux, France
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (Horizon Europe – ERC Project)
- Start Date (Anticipated): February 2026
- Working Hours: 38:40 per week
- Salary Range: As per INRAE postdoctoral scale
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Stable isotope analysis (¹³C, ³⁴S) in soil and plant systems
- Carbon cycle and atmospheric chemistry
- Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) and laser spectroscopy
- Soil–plant–atmosphere gas exchange
- Environmental and biogeochemical modelling
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in chemistry, environmental science, geosciences, or a related field
- Proven experience in Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) or laser spectroscopy
- Proficiency in ISODAT software and statistical data analysis
- Excellent written and spoken English
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with atmospheric chemistry or soil/plant biogeochemistry
- Basic knowledge of French (training available through INRAE)
- Ability to work effectively in international, interdisciplinary teams
- Strong experimental design and instrument calibration skills
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and calibrate COS isotope measurement systems using IRMS and laser spectroscopy
- Conduct microcosm experiments to quantify isotope fractionation in soil and plant materials
- Analyse and interpret stable isotope data related to CO₂ and COS fluxes
- Collaborate with postdocs, engineers, and PhD students within the ERC project team
- Contribute to publications and presentations at international conferences
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit your complete application via email to secretariat-ispa@inrae.fr with all required documents in PDF format.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter outlining research experience and motivation
- Detailed CV including publication list
- Contact information for two referees
- Copies of degree certificates
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 7 November 2025
- Deadline: 07/12/2025
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: INRAE Bordeaux – ISPA Unit
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply Now: email to secretariat-ispa@inrae.fr
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