Postdoc Program

The Center for Modelling and Simulation in the Biosciences (BIOMS) in Heidelberg, Germany, offers positions for postgraduate scientists working in cell biology. The scientific aim of the interdisciplinary research at BIOMS is the establishment of modern methods of mathematical modelling, simulation and data analysis in the life sciences. The research focuses on the question how the cell as a system arises from the interplay of biochemical and physical processes. In particular, new methods are developed in order to achieve a quantitative understanding of biological processes, both on the molecular level and on the level of cells and tissues.

Positions

The focus of the research project should be dedicated to quantitative aspects of molecular biology, for example to modelling functional modules in hierarchically organized biological systems. Candidates and projects are subject to a thorough review process. In case of positive reviews, postdoc positions will be granted for at least one year, at most three years.

Applications

All applications should be in English and should include

scientific curriculum vitae including age
complete list of publications
survey of previous and current scientific research (limited to up to 2 pages)
detailed description and work plan of the envisaged project in the framework of BIOMS (limited to up to 3 pages)
references (name, address, e-mail)

Deadlines for applications are May 31 and October 31. Applications(one single pdf-file, please) should be directed to the coordinator of the scientific committee,

Prof. Willi Jäger
University of Heidelberg
Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing (IWR)
Im Neuenheimer Feld 368
D-69120 Heidelberg, Germany
Email: bioms@iwr.uni-heidelberg.de