PhD, Postdoc and Master's Opportunities in Theoretical and Computational Biophysics, Cell and Tissue Chirality TU Wien in

Postdoctoral, PhD, and Master's opportunities are available in theoretical and computational biophysics at TU Wien, in the Theory of Living Matter group within the Institute for Applied Physics. The research environment is centered on the physics of cellular organization and living matter, with topics spanning cell and tissue chirality, cytoskeletal mechanics, synchronization, spindle physics, and other problems in active and soft biological matter.

The group, led by Sebastian Fürthauer, uses analytical and computational methods to connect microscopic molecular interactions to large-scale biological phenomena. Current research themes include cytoskeletal networks, spindle ultra-structures, centrosome physics, and synchronization in living materials. The post explicitly invites motivated researchers with backgrounds in theoretical physics, computational biology, or related fields.

Openings mentioned: full PhD positions in theoretical and computational biophysics, thesis projects for Master's students, and postdoctoral opportunities. For PhD applicants, a strong physics background is required. The post also notes short-term research projects for bachelor's and project students, though the main openings are for PhD, Master's, and postdoctoral researchers.

Funding: the group references WWTF Young Investigators (VRG20-002), FWF Austrian Science Fund, and Volkswagen Foundation as possible funding sources. No exact stipend amount is given, and postdoctoral funding is to be discussed with the group.

How to apply: interested candidates should send a CV and a short statement of research interests to [email protected]. The group page at the provided link contains the join information and further context about the lab and research directions.

Institution: TU Wien, Institute for Applied Physics.