Summary
The Physics of Life (PoL) Excellence Postdoctoral Fellows Program at Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden), Germany invites applications from outstanding early-career researchers for an interdisciplinary postdoctoral fellowship. The program offers scientific independence, research funding, mentorship from leading scientists, and opportunities to develop innovative research projects at the interface of physics, biology, quantitative biology, and computational science.
Postdoctoral Fellowship at Physics of Life (PoL), TU Dresden, Germany – Excellence Postdoctoral Fellows Program 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Physics of Life Excellence Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Fellow |
| Institution | Physics of Life (PoL), Technische Universität Dresden |
| Research Area | Biological Physics, Quantitative Biology, Computational Biology, Physics of Living Systems |
| Location | Dresden, Germany |
| Duration | 3 years with possible extension of 1 year |
| Funding | Fully funded position with research support |
| Application Period | 01 April – 20 May 2026 |
| Interview Date (Expected) | 20 June 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online submission via TU Dresden SecureMail Portal or Email |
Research Area
The fellowship focuses on understanding the physical principles governing the organization of living matter across different scales. Research areas include:
- Biological Physics and Biophysics
- Quantitative Biology
- Computational Biology and Data Science
- Theoretical and Experimental Physics of Living Systems
- Molecular, Cellular, and Tissue-Level Organization of Life
- Development of new technologies and interdisciplinary research approaches
PoL combines physics-based approaches with biological sciences to investigate the dynamic organization of living systems.
Eligibility / Qualification
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- PhD degree in Physics, Biology, or related disciplines.
- Outstanding early-career researcher with a strong scientific track record.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
- Proposed research project should align with the scientific goals of Physics of Life.
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration across physics, biology, and computational sciences.
Job Description
Selected Postdoctoral Fellows will:
- Design and execute independent research projects.
- Work collaboratively with at least two PoL research groups.
- Develop innovative approaches to study living matter.
- Access advanced research facilities and interdisciplinary networks.
- Receive scientific guidance and mentoring from PoL Principal Investigators.
- Publish research findings in leading scientific journals.
- Participate in teaching, student supervision, and scientific outreach activities.
- Apply for additional research funding opportunities.
Fellowship Benefits / Salary
The program provides:
- Funding support for up to 3 years, with an optional 1-year extension.
- Dedicated research funds covering:
- Research expenses
- Travel support
- Open-access publication costs
- Project-related activities
- Scientific independence to develop personal research ideas.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and international research networks.
- Mentorship and career development support.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a single PDF application package through the TU Dresden SecureMail Portal or by email to the PoL Excellence Postdoctoral Fellows Program.
The application package should include:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter explaining:
- Motivation for joining PoL
- Research interests
- Alignment with PoL research areas
- Research proposal (maximum 3 pages excluding references):
- Previous research achievements
- Proposed research project
- Preferred PoL Core Groups and Associate Groups for collaboration
- Two reference letters sent directly to the program email address.
Last Date for Apply
20 May 2026
Application Opening Date: 01 April 2026
Expected Online Interviews: 20 June 2026
Official Program: Physics of Life (PoL) Excellence Postdoctoral Fellows Program, TU Dresden
