Postdoc in Circular Economy and Environmental Assessment in Arts et Metiers – France

Summary

The postdoctoral position at Arts et Métiers ENSAM Bordeaux focuses on developing a decision‑support tool for circular economy applications in the construction sector. The role involves material flow analysis, life‑cycle assessment, and creation of multi‑criteria decision matrices using existing databases. Candidates must hold a PhD in engineering‑related fields and have experience with end‑of‑life product analysis. The contract is full‑time for 18 months with a salary range of 29‑40 K€ and offers teleworking up to three days per week, generous leave, transport subsidies, health coverage, and professional development support. Applications are submitted via email with a CV and motivation letter.

Key Facts

Department	I2M – Equipe IMC
Position Type	Post-doctorant ou Ingenieur de Recherche F/H
Discipline	Environmental Engineering
Research Area	Circular Economy and Environmental Assessment
Degree Required	PhD in engineering sciences, management, materials sciences or related field
Experience	Significant experience in analysis of end-of-life product management sectors
Salary	29 – 40 K€
Funding	Salary (range 29 – 40 K€)
Contract Duration	18 months
Required Documents	Curriculum Vitae (CV), Motivation letter
Employer Contact	Carole CHARBUILLET ([email protected]), Stephane POUX ([email protected]), Jade BIRET ([email protected])

About the Project

The project, part of the PEPR_VDBI SINITERE initiative, aims to create a decision‑support tool that maps circularity and evaluates environmental impacts of construction waste flows in the Bordeaux metropolitan area. By combining material flow analysis, life‑cycle assessment, and circularity indices, the tool will help stakeholders assess and select sustainable circular economy models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a decision‑support tool (dashboards, matrices) for circular sector actors
• Conduct quantitative material flow analysis combined with LCA using existing databases
• Map circularity of construction waste flows in Bordeaux
• Evaluate environmental impacts of circular economy models via multi‑criteria matrices
• Integrate quantitative and qualitative data from materials science, engineering, economics, and sociology
• Adapt existing laboratory tools to the construction sector context

Required Skills

• Knowledge of recycling sector and EPR
• Understanding of circular economy principles
• Experience with environmental analysis (LCA)
• Ability to map material flows and actors
• Strong writing capacity
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams
• Curiosity, rigor, and motivation for environmental impact

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a PhD in engineering sciences, management, materials sciences or a related discipline, who have significant experience in end‑of‑life product management analysis and possess knowledge of recycling, EPR, circular economy, and LCA, are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Telework possible up to 3 days per week
• Up to 52 days of leave per year
• 75% participation in public transport costs (capped at 104.04€/month)
• Sustainable mobility package up to 300€ per year
• Collective health contract with employer participation (MGEN)
• Professional training and local HR support
• Collective catering, leisure, sports and cultural offers

About the Employer

Arts et Métiers ENSAM is a large technological establishment with 14 sites, dedicated to training leaders for responsible industries and supporting socio‑economic development. It educates over 6,000 students from bachelor to master levels, operates 15 laboratories, and engages in partnership research. The institution emphasizes discrimination‑free work environments, quality of life, and ecological transition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the contract duration?

The contract lasts for 18 months.

What is the salary range?

The salary range is 29 - 40 K€.

How can I apply?

Send your CV and motivation letter by email to [email protected].