PhD Position in Statistical and Biological Physics Group: Self-organization and pattern formation of living systems

Location: Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Faculty of Physics, Frey Group, Munich, Germany. Web: https://www.theorie.physik.uni-muenchen.de/lsfrey/group_frey/ 

Project description: 

Analysis of theoretical models of protein formation in cellular systems that couple to the membrane dynamics through mechano-chemical coupling. Applications to the design of life-like functionality of minimal membrane-protein systems (artificial cells).

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of theoretical soft matter and biological physics and excellent skills in numerical implementation of partial differential equations and machine learning methods.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken).

What we offer:

• A dynamic and stimulating research environment 
• Comprehensive training and support for professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits in accordance with DFG guidelines (75% TV-L 13).
• Numerous LMU employee benefits, e.g. discounted fitness and cultural offers, job public transport ticket, Jobbike 

Application via the Graduate School Quantitative and Molecular Biosciences Munich (QMB):

As part of QMB, you will additionally have ample opportunities for scientific exchange with world-leading scientists of various fields and develop your scientific career with lasting benefits. The international PhD training program at QMB emphasizes communication and collaboration across traditionally separate disciplines, including biochemistry, medicine, bioinformatics, experimental and theoretical biophysics, and applied mathematics.

QMB places a strong emphasis on experimental work while also encouraging students to engage in theoretical approaches to derive meaningful insights from their data. This dual focus on advanced quantitative experimentation and theoretical analysis, combined with the excellence of its participating scientists, positions QMB uniquely within the European scientific landscape.

Please note: All applications have to be submitted in English through our online application tool. Applications submitted by mail or email will not be considered.

For detailed information about our application requirements see: https://qbm.genzentrum.lmu.de/application/requirements/ 

In your application, you can select up to two research groups you are interested in. For details about research areas and participating research groups, please see: https://qbm.genzentrum.lmu.de/research/research-areas-groups/