Postdoc: Computational Cell & Tissue Dynamics

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Manning Research lab, focusing on computational modeling of cell and tissue dynamics at the biophysics-soft matter interface. The role includes developing simulations of morphogenesis-related processes and collaborating with experimentalists studying zebrafish and chick models.

The successful candidate will work on theory and simulations to characterize emergent behavior, such as collective cell motion and

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in biophysics, soft matter, or a related field.
• Candidates should have expertise in developing and analyzing computer simulations, and ideally will also have expertise in characterizing collective behavior in materials or biological systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform computational and theoretical biophysics research with ongoing collaborative experiments.
• Mentor graduate students and other trainees on the team; contribute to manuscripts and presentations.

Skills

Soft condensed matter

Mechanical metamaterials

Research skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Written and oral communication

Education

Ph.D. in biophysics/soft matter

Job description

Syracuse University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Manning Research lab, focusing on computational modeling of cell and tissue dynamics at the biophysics-soft matter interface. The role includes developing simulations of morphogenesis-related processes and collaborating with experimentalists studying zebrafish and chick models.

The successful candidate will work on theory and simulations to characterize emergent behavior, such as collective cell motion and