Postdoc position in Statistical Physics of Bio-Nano Complex Matter (POST205_23102026_33)

Universitat de Barcelona; España; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Universitat de Barcelona invites applications for a Postdoctoral position in the field of Statistical Physics of Advanced Research in Kinetics of Bio-Nano Complex Matter. The project Bio-Nano-SPARK aims to understand hydration-mediated mechanisms affecting biomolecular condensates using multiscale approaches, combining statistical physics, simulations, and machine learning.

The researcher will perform MC free-energy calculations and MD simulations, develop ML approaches, and contribute to

Qualifications

• PhD in the specific research field.
• Excellent command of English.
• Knowledge of High Performance Computation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform Monte Carlo free-energy calculations and Molecular Dynamics simulations independently.
• Develop machine learning approaches to the problem.
• Report results and write technical documents and scientific manuscripts.

Skills

Monte Carlo methods

Molecular Dynamics simulations

Machine Learning basics

GPU coding

English fluency

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Tools

Molecular Dynamics packages

High Performance Computing

Job description

Organisation/Company Universitat de Barcelona Department Organisation profile Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 13 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 15 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number PID2024-157478NB-C31 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

TITLE: Statistical Physics of Advanced Research in Kinetics of Bio-Nano Complex
Matter (Acronym: Bio-Nano-SPARK). Description: We will investigate hydrationmediated
mechanisms that govern the formation, stability, and dynamics of
biomolecular condensates. Using a multiscale approach, we combine statistical
physics, molecular simulations, and machine learning to uncover how water
structure and interfacial hydration regulate phase separation, molecular
interactions, and transport within condensates. Responsibilities: The researcher
will contribute to objectives related to protein aggregation and condensation, as
well as protein liquid-liquid phase separation. These topics are among the main
focuses of the team and are crucial for the national project coordinated by the
PI, as well as being the subject of intense research in the field of nano-biophysics.
Functions and tasks: Perform Monte Carlo free-energy calculations and
Molecular Dynamics simulations independently; Develop machine learning
approaches to the problem; Refine statistical physics theories based on
numerical results; Compare with experiments; Supervise students involved in
the project; Write technical documents and scientific manuscripts; Present the
state of the art at group meetings and conferences; Report to the PI. Principal
Investigator (PI): Professor Giancarlo Franzese. Research Group: Statistical
Physics of Bio-Nano Complex Matter Group.

Expertise in Statistical Physics and Computational Physics of soft matter and
nano-bio interactions. Knowledge of Monte Carlo methods, Molecula Dynamics
packages, Machine Learning basics. GPU Coding.
Proved fluency in English. Communication skills. Team-working propensity.
Autonomy and initiative. Positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Specific Requirements

Knowledge of High Performance Computation is a plus.

Languages CATALAN

Languages SPANISH

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Physics

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

A specific committee will evaluate the applications using the following criteria:

• Suitability of the CV for the job (maximum 20)
• PhD in the specific research field (maximum 20)
• Motivation letter (maximum 20)
• Experience in the research field (maximum 20).
• Other criteria based on specific merits / Interview (maximum 20)

Selection process

The specific committee will agree upon an award proposal and draw up a
prioritized shortlist of candidates who have achieved a minimum of 50
points or declare the call for applications null and void if none of the
applicants reach the minimum score.
The award proposal will be published in the UB's electronic office and must
include the total scores of the candidates that have received a total of at
least 90 points.

Additional comments

The candidate proposed for hiring must accept the job offer within 3
working days from the date of notification of the selection.
Be aware that the starting date sets in this offer is an estimate date. The
official starting date will depend on the time necessary for administration
to prepare the labour contract and present the necessary documents for
the selected candidate to be hired.
Priority will be given to people with disabilities (Law 89/2015 of June 2,
reserve of quota 2% in favour of people with disabilities in companies of 50
or more people).

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Department of Condensed Matter Physics, Faculty of Physics. Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08028 Street Carrer Martí i Franqués, 1-11 Geofield