On-Campus Postdoc Theoretical Biophysics of Brain Organoids

exp1-prod-web.syr; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Biophysics of Brain Organoids. The successful candidate will build and test theoretical models linking neuronal activity with metabolic processes in brain organoids, contributing to a broader physics of learning across scales. The position begins September 2026 for one year with possible renewal.

Collaboration with the J. M.

Qualifications

• PhDs with backgrounds in soft matter physics, statistical physics, biological physics, computational neuroscience, complex systems, machine learning for physical systems, applied mathematics, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop theoretical models describing interplay between neuronal activity and metabolic activity in sleep–wake transitions in brain organoids.
• Test model predictions against experiments and collaborate with the Schwarz Group.
• Mentor other group members as needed.

Skills

Theoretical physics

Computational modeling

Machine learning

Biophysics

Education

PhD in physics or related field

Job description

Syracuse University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Biophysics of Brain Organoids. The successful candidate will build and test theoretical models linking neuronal activity with metabolic processes in brain organoids, contributing to a broader physics of learning across scales. The position begins September 2026 for one year with possible renewal.

Collaboration with the J. M.