PhD Scholarship in Plant Tissue Mechanics: Wageningen University & Research is offering a fully funded PhD position in the field of computational plant tissue mechanics as part of the prestigious GreenTE program. This opportunity is for aspiring computational scientists interested in exploring how plant tissues respond to mechanical forces.
PhD Scholarship in Computational Plant Tissue Mechanics
Designation
PhD Student in Computational Plant Tissue Mechanics
Research Area
- Multi-scale mechanical modeling in plant tissues
- Mathematical modeling of stress patterns
- Study of plant tissue responses like seed germination and pathogen invasion
Location
Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc degree in computational (bio)physics, theoretical biology, computer science, applied mathematics, theoretical soft matter science, or related field
- Experience in numerical modeling, finite elements, or particle-based simulations
- Programming skills
- Affinity for interdisciplinary research and collaboration with plant cell biologists
- Proficiency in English at a C1 level (may require certification)
Job Description
- Develop multi-scale models from micromechanical to continuum approaches to study stress evolution in plant tissues
- Work closely with experimentalists and fellow PhD students in the GreenTE program
- Participate in the GreenTE events, training, and collaborations
- Teach MSc and BSc students
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly through the Wageningen University & Research’s vacancy page by following the application procedures specified there. For more details, you can contact Prof. Jasper van der Gucht at jasper.vandergucht@wur.nl or Rutger Voorrips, corporate recruiter, at rutger.voorrips@wur.nl.
Last Date for Application
September 30, 2024
This scholarship presents a unique opportunity to be part of a leading international research environment, with excellent training opportunities and competitive employment conditions.
