730 English-speaking jobs in Occitania
Regulatory CMC development Expert -CDI- F/M
- Pierre Fabre Group
- Toulouse
- February 3
Digital Specialist - CDI - H/F
- Pierre Fabre Group
- Albi
- February 3
26-041 Statistical learning for systematics reduction on space coronagraphs
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 3
This PhD thesis focuses on developing advanced image processing methods for space coronagraphs, specifically addressing systematics limiting JWST and Roman observations. The student will explore analytical approaches using JWST wavefront measurements and existing coronagraphic images, and develop hybrid methods combining optical modeling with telemetry and archive data. The goal is to improve exoplanet detection limits by removing starlight contamination and instrumental artifacts.
26-098 Study of the lightning activity with MTG-LI at lightning and storm scale
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 3
This research project analyzes lightning activity observed by the MTG-LI instrument, focusing on flash and storm scales. The study will compare lightning properties and cloud characteristics over Europe, Africa, and the Atlantic Ocean.
26-275 Powder dampers for mitigating satellite micro-vibrations
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 3
This PhD research focuses on developing a new type of powder damper for mitigating micro-vibrations in satellites. The project will involve developing a dynamic model, characterizing the damper through vibration tests, and optimizing its design for maximum energy dissipation.
26-227 Generative model for characterising aerosol plumes from satellite data
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 3
This PhD research aims to develop a method for characterizing aerosol plumes from satellite data by jointly inverting plume and surface reflectance properties. The project will explore the use of variational autoencoders (VAEs) to provide prior information on surface reflectance, overcoming limitations of existing methods that rely on simplifying assumptions and plume-free images.
26-023 Sensor-agnostic fusion and representation learning for Satellite Images
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 3
This research position focuses on bridging the gap between two Earth observation models: TAMRF and RELEO. The work will extend the TAMRF architecture to a fully attention-based system using Perceiver-IO, supporting additional sensors and incorporating exogenous variables. The researcher will also contribute to RELEO's training strategy and architecture validation.
26-237 Characterization of the RCS of electric thruster plasma plumes
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research aims to characterize the radar cross section (RCS) of electric thruster plasma plumes. The work will involve numerical simulation using a multi-physics tool, development of advanced signal processing techniques for RCS measurement in reverberant environments, and experimental characterization in both anechoic and reverberant chambers.
26-040 Development of a reduced-order model of the Earth's radiation belts
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This thesis focuses on developing a reduced-order model for the Salammbô 3D electrons code, used to simulate Earth's radiation belts. The research will explore dimensionality reduction, dynamic modeling in latent space, and the impact of dimensionality reduction on model accuracy.
26-044 Robust Collision Probability Assessment with Parametric Uncertainties
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This thesis develops a probabilistic framework for collision risk assessment in space, addressing uncertainties in covariance matrices, Time of Closest Approach, and nonlinear dynamics.
26-071 COSMOS - Crop Optim. in Space w/ ML & Offline computation of Strategies
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This thesis develops AI tools to optimize plant cultivation in closed-loop life support systems for space missions. It focuses on using machine learning and computer vision to estimate plant and environmental states, and reinforcement learning to compute autonomous cultivation strategies.
26-215 Multisensor/method fusion to estimate bathymetry and intrinsic certainty
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This research project focuses on developing a multi-sensor fusion approach to estimate bathymetry and associated uncertainty. The project will integrate existing methods, develop new agile methods for various sensors, and incorporate uncertainty estimation for fusion. The goal is to create a new global atlas of bathymetric data.
26-008 Defect-Based Method for Predicting the Fatigue Life of Metal L-PBF Parts
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research aims to develop a method for predicting the fatigue life of metal parts produced by L-PBF additive manufacturing, considering the influence of defects. The research will involve developing a two-scale approach linking a local model detailing defects to a large-scale model of the assembled structure.
26-097 Synergies between SWOT and CO3D for RIver FloodPlain DEM and DischArGe
- CNES
- Montpellier
- February 2
This project aims to improve river flood modeling by combining data from the SWOT and CO3D missions. Researchers will use CO3D's high-resolution topography to refine SWOT-derived bathymetry, particularly in narrow and complex river reaches. The project will also investigate the potential of CO3D for surface velocity retrieval and discharge estimation.
26-076 Reliability Quantification and Improvement in Antenna Measurements
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research aims to improve the reliability of antenna measurements by developing new methods for assessing far-field patterns from raw data and quantifying uncorrectable uncertainties. The research will explore narrow-band delay-based models, wavelet-based deconvolution, and stochastic methods to address challenges related to spurious scatterings and environmental randomness.
26-177 Dynamic analysis of a fast planetary rover
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research develops robust models of four-wheeled rovers for dynamic behavior, aiming to increase cruising speed to five meters per second. The research integrates structural characteristics, damping, control, and interface capabilities with emerging technologies.
26-052 Robust attitude control design & validation applied to balloon pointing
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This doctoral project focuses on designing robust attitude control laws for balloon-borne pointing systems. The work will involve developing control techniques that address system uncertainties and actuator limitations, including online adaptation strategies and control allocation schemes. Validation will include robustness analysis and experimental testing on a CNES test-bench.
26-196 Numerical modeling of transition from multipactor effect to RF discharge
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This PhD research aims to develop a numerical model predicting the transition from multipactor to RF discharge inception in high-frequency and radio-frequency payloads. The work will investigate electron avalanche processes, gas ionization dynamics, and the influence of geometry and material properties.
26-059 Blue economy and sustainable development in Madagascar
- CNES
- Montpellier
- February 2
This PhD project investigates the impact of blue economy interventions (marine protected areas, mariculture, eco-tourism) on poverty and outmigration in coastal villages of Madagascar. Using satellite imagery, AI algorithms, and statistical methods, the research will assess the causal link between blue economy development and socioeconomic outcomes over a 20-year period.
26-208 Neural and Cognitive Consequences of Hypobaric Lunar Environments
- CNES
- Toulouse
- February 2
This research investigates the neural and cognitive adaptations to hypobaric environments simulating future lunar habitats. Using neuroimaging and physiological monitoring, the study examines the effects of reduced ambient pressure on brain function, autonomic regulation, and cognitive performance during simulated lunar habitat tasks.
















