Summary
The Department of Physics at Kansas State University seeks a highly motivated, creative, and self-driven Postdoctoral Researcher to explore the statistical mechanics of soft matter and biological systems.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Statistical Mechanics of Soft Matter and Biological Systems, Manhattan, Kansas, United States
Designation
Fellow (Post Doc)
Details Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Statistical Mechanics of Soft Matter and Biological Systems |
| Location | Manhattan, Kansas, United States |
| Employment Type | Full Time (Unclassified – Term) |
| Closing Date for Applications | May 30, 2026 – 23:55 CDT |
| Anticipated Pay Range | $48,000 – $60,000 |
| On-Site Requirement | Yes |
Eligibility/Qualification
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Physics with a focus on theoretical Soft-Matter and Biological Physics or related fields.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Expertise in statistical mechanics and computational modeling of soft matter.
- Experience with Coarse-Grained Molecular Dynamics simulations (e.g., LAMMPS/GROMACS) and data visualization in OVITO.
- Proficiency in numerical solutions of ordinary, partial, stochastic, and delay differential equations using C/C++/FORTRAN/Python/MATLAB.
- Familiarity with symbolic computation in MATHEMATICA.
- Understanding of continuum mechanics (e.g., elasticity and fluid mechanics).
- Knowledge of statistical field theory techniques including mean-field and self-consistent field theories.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join the research group of Prof. Buddhapriya (Buddho) Chakrabarti within the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Biomanufacturing Cluster at Kansas State University. The role involves engaging in advanced research in statistical mechanics and contributing to the ongoing research projects related to soft matter and biological systems.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- List of three academic references
Last Date for Apply
Applications close on: May 30, 2026, at 23:55 CDT.
