Summary:
Join the prestigious Institut Lumière Matière in Villeurbanne, France, as a Postdoctoral Researcher focused on the microphase separation of living cells. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in soft matter and biophysics.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Theoretical Soft Matter/Biophysics, Institut Lumière Matière 69622 Villeurbanne, France
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F)
Table:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Contract Type | Researcher in FTC |
| Working Hours | Full Time |
| Contract Duration | 18 months |
| Date of Hire | 01/10/2026 |
| Remuneration | Gross salary of at least €3071/month depending on experience |
| Application Deadline | 01 June 2026, 23:59 |
Research Area:
- Theoretical Soft Matter
- Biophysics
- Microphase Separation of Living Cells
Location:
Institut Lumière Matière
69622 Villeurbanne, France
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Physics, Soft Matter, Biophysics, or Applied Mathematics
- Strong programming skills; numerical work experience is essential
- Mastery of symbolic computation tools is a plus
- Proficiency in English with good communication skills
- No background in biology is required
Job Description:
The selected candidate will advance the modeling of microphase separation in living cells. Responsibilities include:
- Developing numerical simulations based on mesoscopic cell-based models
- Exploring self-assembled morphologies and phase diagrams, along with dynamic properties at the cellular and domain levels
- Potentially complementing numerical work with analytical approaches and toy models
Work Environment:
The research will take place within the “Liquid and Interfaces” and “Biophysics” teams at the Institut Lumière Matière, known for its emphasis on soft and active matter. The candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary consortium funded by the ANR project OCSYC.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Detailed CV
- Summary of past research
- A short letter of motivation
- Contact details of at least two references
Informal inquiries can be made via email to francois.detcheverry@univ-lyon1.fr.
Last Date to Apply:
01 June 2026, 23:59
