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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Postdoc in Mechanics of Soft and Biological Matter Laboratory

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

 

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 students
  • Prospects for participating in collaborations within multidisciplinary projects

 

Informations

Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply:

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

 

And in one PDF:

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

 

For any further information, please contact: Professor Sangwoo Kim (sangwoo.kim@epfl.ch).


Contract Start Date : September 1st, but earlier is possible

Activity Rate : 100%

Contract Type: CDD

Duration: 1 year

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