Postdoc in Mechanics of Soft and Biological Matter Laboratory

Mission

• 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

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

We offer

• A stimulating and international working environment
• Competitive salary and excellent working conditions - more information can be found on our website (https://www.epfl.ch/campus/services/human-resources/en/basic-starting-salary-of-doctoral-assistants-and-postdocs/'))
• Opportunity to perform state-of-the-art research in one of the most dynamic scientific institutions in Europe.
• Opportunity to interact with internationally renowned experts, and with a strong team of postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates
• Prospects for participating in collaborations within multidisciplinary projects

Informations

• A brief cover letter (pdf, up to 2 pages)

• A CV with a publication list.
• A research statement (pdf, up to 3 pages).
• Contact details for 3 referees.