Open Positions in Computational Synthetic Biology: The Institute for Integrative Systems Biology (I²SysBio) in Valencia, Spain, is offering two open positions in the Computational Synthetic Biology Group, funded by the ERC Project CellWise. This initiative aims to advance predictability in the design, analysis, and control of stochastic biomolecular circuits, with a focus on engineering cellular cognition.
Designation
- Fully Funded PhD Position (4 years)
- Postdoctoral Position (2 years)
Research Area
- Computational Synthetic Biology
- Stochastic Biomolecular Circuits
- Cellular Cognition Engineering
Location
Institute for Integrative Systems Biology (I²SysBio), Valencia, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification
| Position | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| PhD Position | MSc in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or related fields; strong theoretical and computational skills; background in PDEs or PIDEs, stochastic modeling, and machine learning valued. |
| Postdoctoral Position | MSc in Biology, Biotechnology, or related disciplines; expertise in microbial synthetic biology and single-cell time-lapse fluorescence microscopy valued. |
Description
The primary goals of the CellWise project are:
- Enable predictive design of biocircuits with complex functions, addressing noise and uncertainty.
- Understand and control nonlinear emergent behaviors in stochastic biomolecular networks.
- Engineer cellular cognition in microorganisms, focusing on functions like memory and decision-making.
- Elucidate and control cellular decision-making processes related to yeast aging and bacterial persistence.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are invited to send a motivation letter and CV to Dr. Irene Otero-Muras at irene.otero.muras@csic.es.
Last Date to Apply
15 September 2025
For inquiries regarding the positions, informal communication is welcome.
