ERC Postdoc: Statistical Physics of Chromosome Dynamics

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam invites applications for an ERC funded 2-year Post Doc position in its theory group, focusing on the Learn4DChromosome project. The role combines data-driven theory with mechanistic modeling of bacterial chromosome organization, with collaboration across experimental groups and active supervision of students.

We seek a PhD in Physics with strong interests in theoretical or biological physics, and experience in inference/ML tools and programming.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics is required.
• Background in theoretical, statistical, soft or biological physics preferred.
• Experience with inference and machine learning tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experimental groups in a teaching/research environment.
• Supervise students and tutorial classes as part of the teaching program.

Skills

Programming basics

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Inference/ML tools

Job description

The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam invites applications for an ERC funded 2-year Post Doc position in its theory group, focusing on the Learn4DChromosome project. The role combines data-driven theory with mechanistic modeling of bacterial chromosome organization, with collaboration across experimental groups and active supervision of students.

We seek a PhD in Physics with strong interests in theoretical or biological physics, and experience in inference/ML tools and programming.