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Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences

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Fully Funded PhD or Postdoc in Computational Biophysics and Non-Equilibrium Theory Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences in Germany

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PhD, Postdoc

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Computer Science

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Fully funded. PhD students receive three years of funding. The postdoctoral position is initially funded for two years, with a possible extension. Payment follows the German public-service pay scale. Benefits include access to GPU computing, training, and language courses.

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About this position

Fully funded PhD and postdoctoral opportunities in computational biophysics are available in the Department of Theoretical and Computational Biophysics at the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences in Göttingen, Germany. The research focuses on non-equilibrium theory, atomistic simulations, and computational methods for complex biomolecules.

The project is suitable for researchers interested in computational molecular biophysics, statistical mechanics, scientific computing, molecular simulation, and theoretical approaches to biomolecular systems. The department is headed by Helmut Grubmüller.

PhD applicants should hold a Master's degree or equivalent in physics, mathematics, or a related discipline. Postdoctoral applicants must hold a PhD. Strong computational molecular biophysics, statistical mechanics, and scientific computing skills are expected.

PhD students receive three years of funding. The postdoctoral appointment is initially for two years, with a possible extension. Salary follows the German public-service pay scale. Researchers also receive access to GPU computing, training opportunities, and language courses.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Please consult the official Max Planck vacancy page for application details and submission instructions.

Funding details

Fully funded. PhD students receive three years of funding. The postdoctoral position is initially funded for two years, with a possible extension. Payment follows the German public-service pay scale. Benefits include access to GPU computing, training, and language courses.

What's required

PhD applicants need a Master's degree or equivalent in physics, mathematics, or a related field. Postdoctoral applicants need a PhD. Strong skills in computational molecular biophysics, statistical mechanics, and scientific computing are expected.

How to apply

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Apply through the Max Planck Institute vacancy page linked in the post and review the official call for application instructions.

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