Postdoc in Mechanics of Soft and Biological Matter Laboratory

Postdoc in Mechanics of Soft and Biological Matter Laboratory

EPFL - Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne

Lausanne, Switzerland

Mission

The research focus of this Postdoc position is centered on advancing the knowledge in the following domains:

• gaining fundamental understanding of biological and living systems as well as soft and active materials;
• developing novel theoretical frameworks to better understand emergent structures, dynamics and mechanical properties within these systems using physics and mechanical principles.

We seek outstanding candidates working in theoretical modelling of living multicellular systems, including embryonic tissues and bacteria aggregates

Main duties and responsibilities

• Working and collaborating on research projects. The precise research topic(s) will be discussed with the successful candidate depending on their background, expertise and affinities;
• Analysis and publication of results;
• Build a strong network in the field of research;
• Participate in education, and PhD and master student supervision;
• Embryonic development;
• Tissue morphogenesis;
• Structures and mechanics of soft materials;
• Inherent structures of amorphous materials;
• Non-equilibrium dynamics of active matter.

Profile

• PhD (or nearing completion of) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Applied Physics or Biology;
• Background in Mathematics, Physics and Mechanics;
• Research experience in discrete element modelling is preferred;
• Demonstrated excellence and previous research experience in analytic modelling, numerical methods;
• Publication record (relative to your career stage) in internationally leading journals;
• Independent, creative, and solution-oriented;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (both written and spoken);
• Strong motivation to explore new research domains;
• Good team spirit;
• A self-driven individual with an open mind and a willingness to explore new fields.

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