Post-doc position in Concrete research

We are seeking to recruit a specialist in the field of cement research, with previous experience in the areas of calcined clay and the use of recycled materials. Candidates should have experience with the advanced characterizations techniques used in synchrotron facilities.

The level of entry is a PhD in Materials Science with a strong cement component.

Please provide evidence of any funded proposals in related domains.

The successful candidate will work on several of our key activities, including:

  • LC3 a breakthrough technology we have developed with potential to save more than 400 million tons of CO2 per year worldwide;
  • synthesis and characterization of C-S-H, the key phase forming in cement;
  • co-supervision of several PhD students and help with writing new research proposals;
  • taking charge of our master’s course on Advanced Cementitious Materials.

We offer:

  • participation in a team that is a world-recognized leader in cement research
  • a dynamic, multidisciplinary, international and collaborative working environment committed to benefitting the global community
  • a modern working environment, based at the Lausanne campus of EPFL


Please send letter of application, CV, list of publications and list of referees to :

   [email protected]

Laboratory of Construction Materials
EPFL/STI/IMX/LMC
Building MXG 232
Station 12
CH – 1015 Lausanne