PhD Position: M/F Design and development of catalysts based on abundant metals for reactions of nitrous oxide and carbon dioxide with hydrocarbons

Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique

Posted: 3 September 2026 - Toulouse, France

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This PhD position at the CNRS Coordination Chemistry Laboratory in Toulouse involves designing and developing new catalysts based on abundant transition metals for activating nitrous oxide (N₂O) and carbon dioxide (CO₂). The research aims to transform these greenhouse gases into valuable compounds, utilizing bimetallic coordination strategies and integrating computational modeling with experimental catalysis techniques. The project is part of a collaboration with the University of Oklahoma and is funded by the ANR.

Position details

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  • Role: phd candidate
  • Employment type: temporary
  • Research field: Chemistry
  • Research topic: Catalysis
  • Language: French
  • Start date: 1 November 2026
  • Application deadline: 23 September 2026