Postdoc in the Theory of Non-Equilibrium Chemical Reaction Networks — EPFL
- Location
- Lausanne
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Role overview
Mission
The National Centre of Competence in Research NCCR Genesis is a research infrastructure project funded by SNSF focussing on exploring the emergence of life in the Universe.
This interdisciplinary research infrastructure brings together physicists, earth and planetary scientists, chemists and biologists to understand the conditions and the mechanisms that enable life to emerge.
- Mission
- The National Centre of Competence in Research NCCR Genesis is a research infrastructure project funded by SNSF focussing on exploring the emergence of life in the Universe.
- Main duties and responsibilities
- The project is conducted in collaboration with the Environmental Fluid Mechanics Laboratory ( https://pietrodeanna.org ) at the University of Lausanne, led by Prof.
Main responsibilities
- Main duties and responsibilities
- The project is conducted in collaboration with the Environmental Fluid Mechanics Laboratory ( https://pietrodeanna.org ) at the University of Lausanne, led by Prof.
- Pietro de Anna, where the experimental work will be carried out, and with the Theoretical Chemistry group at ETH Zurich ( https://reiher.ethz.ch ), led by Prof.
- Markus Reiher, which will perform detailed quantum-chemical calculations of reaction rates.
- The research will develop along two closely connected directions.
- First, the successful candidate will work directly with experimentalists to develop rigorous theoretical and computational frameworks for interpreting experimental results and generating testable predictions.
- Second, they will investigate simplified and analytically tractable models aimed at identifying general principles governing non-equilibrium chemical reaction networks.
- The position is primarily research-oriented.
- Contributions to teaching activities may be discussed, including the possibility of supervising Master’s students. Profile Applicants should have:
- a PhD in physics or related fields, completed or expected to be completed before the starting date; a strong and demonstrated background in statistical mechanics;
Application process
- We strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Applications should include:
- 1. a one-page motivation letter describing the applicant’s background, research interests, and relevant experience;
- 2. a curriculum vitae;
- 3. contact information for one or two professional references.
- The application documents should be submitted via
- https://programs-recruiting.epfl.ch/position/49446915
- Application deadline is September 15, 2026 but may remain open longer until the
- position is filled.
Contacts
Additional details
- on NCCR Genesis are available on its website https://nccr-genesis.ch .
- NCCR Genesis is deeply committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Our aim is to cultivate a respectful and fair work culture with equal access to professional development and support for all.
- Details on NCCR Genesis are available on its website https://nccr-genesis.ch .
- We strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups.
- Contributions to teaching activities may be discussed, including the possibility of supervising Master’s students. Applicants should have:
- a PhD in physics or related fields, completed or expected to be completed before a strong and demonstrated background in statistical mechanics;
- Excellent written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of French is not necessary A stimulating and international working environment
- Opportunity to interact with internationally renowned experts, and with a strong team of postdoctoral researchers and PhD students Applications should include:
- 1. a one-page motivation letter describing the applicant’s background, research interests, and relevant experience;
Notes and original content
- Contributions to teaching activities may be discussed, including the possibility of supervising Master’s students.
- Applicants should have:
- a PhD in physics or related fields, completed or expected to be completed before
- the starting date;
- a strong and demonstrated background in statistical mechanics;
- Excellent written and spoken English is required.
- Knowledge of French is not necessary
- A stimulating and international working environment
- Opportunity to interact with internationally renowned experts, and with a strong team of postdoctoral researchers and PhD students
- Informations
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