Postdoctoral Research Associate - Biophysics and Soft Matter Theory (northeastern)

Job Description

About the Opportunity

SUMMARY

The research group of Dapeng "Max" Bi at Northeastern University in Boston, MA, USA, is seeking highly motivated candidates for multiple postdoctoral positions. We are specifically looking for candidates who possess a strong background in theoretical and computational modeling of biological systems, soft matter, or statistical physics.

The positions will commence in January 2025, and we will begin reviewing applications immediately. We will continue accepting applications until all positions are filled.

If you are passionate about these research areas and wish to join a dynamic and collaborative team of researchers, we encourage you to apply.

We offer flexibility in the research topic for these postdoctoral positions. Our current research interests in the group cover a broad range of topics, including developing integrative biophysical models for collective tissue mechanics and studying glassy dynamics in soft and active systems. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will have the opportunity to work on projects such as investigating multicellular organization in curved geometries, exploring the rheology of multilayered epidermal organoids, and designing amorphous mechanical metamaterials.

Furthermore, our group values collaboration and interdisciplinary research. As such, you will have ample opportunities to work with other experimental and theory groups not only in Boston but also worldwide.

We encourage prospective candidates to explore our recent publications, which can be found on our group website: https://dapengbi.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting in initiating, executing, and completing research

• Preparing and writing research papers

• Working with collaborators on analyzing and interpreting experimental data

• Preparing and presenting talks to the scientific community to disseminate research results

QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must have (or be about to receive) a PhD in physics, biophysics, systems biology, applied mathematics, bioengineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field of experience.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, as well as oral presentation skills.

• Organization and time management skills.

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the subject discipline.

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Candidates should provide:

1.         Curriculum Vitae, including a full list of publications

2.         Statement of Research Interests

3.         Contacts of 3 references

Position Type

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.