Program Overview

Introduction to ESPCI Paris - PSL

ESPCI Paris - PSL is a prestigious engineering school that has been training innovative engineers since 1882. With a rich history of 6 Nobel Prizes and 570 teacher-researchers divided into 10 mixed research units, ESPCI creates innovation by encouraging interdisciplinarity and dialogue between fundamental and applied sciences.

Programs Offered

• Cycle Ingénieur: A 3+1 year multidisciplinary program in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Programmes Gradués: Graduate programs for advanced studies.
• Études doctorales: Doctoral studies for those seeking to pursue research.
• Formation continue: Continuing education for professionals.
• Mastères spécialisés: Specialized master's programs for specific skills.

Research Areas

• Nos thématiques de recherche: Research themes that include physics, chemistry, biology, and more.
• Unités mixtes de recherche: Mixed research units that collaborate on various projects.
• Prix et distinctions: Awards and distinctions received by the school and its researchers.
• Séminaires: Seminars and conferences held at the school.
• Grands Programmes de recherche: Major research programs undertaken by the school.
• Labélisation HRS4R: Labeling for human resources in research.
• Plateformes: Research platforms and facilities available.

Innovation

• L'incubateur PC'up: An incubator for startups and innovative projects.
• Inventions: Inventions and innovations developed at the school.
• Brevets: Patents filed by the school and its researchers.
• Essaimage: Spin-offs and companies created based on research.
• HackLab: A laboratory for hacking and innovation.
• Junior-Entreprise: A junior enterprise for student-led projects.

International Relations

• Venir à l'ESPCI Paris - PSL: Information for international students and researchers.
• Partir à l'étranger: Opportunities for students and researchers to go abroad.
• Double-diplômes: Double degree programs with international partners.

Networks and Partnerships

• Ville de Paris: Partnership with the City of Paris.
• Université PSL: Membership in the University of Paris Sciences & Lettres.
• Université Européenne: European University partnerships.
• ParisTech: Partnership with ParisTech.
• Partenariats académiques: Academic partnerships.
• Partenariats scientifiques: Scientific partnerships.
• Partenariats industriels: Industrial partnerships.
• Devenir partenaire: Information on how to become a partner.

Campus Life

• La Vie étudiante à l'ESPCI: Student life and associations.
• Bibliothèque: The school's library and resources.
• Santé, bien-être et accompagnement: Health, well-being, and support services.
• Egalité et diversité: Equality and diversity initiatives.
• Le développement durable: Sustainable development and environmental initiatives.

Thèse ESPCI/Laboratoire MIE/Univ shenzen

Presentation of the School

ESPCI Paris - PSL is an engineering school that forms innovative engineers capable of inventing the future and responding to the challenges of tomorrow.

Rattachement du poste

The position is attached to the CBI laboratory and the MIE team. The thesis will be directed by Annie Colin and will be conducted in collaboration with the University of Shenzhen in China.

Missions and Responsibilities

The objective of this thesis is to extend the results on non-reactive contacts to reactive contacts that harden over time, such as those present in cement. The thixotropy of cement, essential for its work and shaping, is closely related to these mechanisms.

Profile

We are looking for a physico-chemist with an experimental profile having experience in physico-chemistry of soft matter, hydrodynamics, optics, rheology of complex fluids, and microfluidics. The ability to work in a team and good communication skills are important, as the doctoral student will work in close contact with the entire team.

Formation Required

Master's degree in complex fluids or engineering school.

Poste à pourvoir

The position is available for a duration of three years, starting from 01/08/2025. Applications (CV, cover letter) should be sent by email.