Recruitment
Post-doctoral Research: Biology
Two Post-Doctoral Research Associates in Biological Physics Ref, KA24022
Applications are invited for up to two postdoctoral positions to develop novel theoretical approaches to address biological systems. Both positions, which are supported by a Senior Investigator Award from the Wellcome Trust, will be associated with the research group of Prof. Benjamin Simons.
Successful applicants will contribute towards a rapidly expanding community of researchers in Cambridge interested in developing the interface between Physical and Biological/Biomedical Sciences. As well as regulatory processes in stem and developmental cell biology, the group has interests in mechanisms of tumour initiation and progression, and is always seeking new directions of research in cell biology. A hallmark of the group is the development of close and reactive collaborations with experimental cell biologists, both within and outside Cambridge.
Successful candidates will hold (or be about to complete) a PhD/DPhil in Physics, Biological Physics, Mathematics, or a closely related field.
As well as theoretical biophysicists, the group is interested in the recruitment of post-doctoral researchers with a strong track-record of research in the field of condensed matter theory or applied mathematics, including those who have an interest in, but no experience of, the study of biological systems. For these candidates, a secure knowledge of methods of non-equilibrium statistical mechanics or population dynamics is essential, and an aptitude for computer programming is useful.
The tenure of both PDRA positions will be two years with the potential for an extension to a third year of support. The salary will be on the standard University scale in the range UKP 27,578 to UKP 35,938 depending on previous research experience.
Applications should be sent to Mr David Taylor, TCM Group Administrator, Cavendish Laboratory, JJ Thomson Avenue, Cambridge CB3 0HE, UK (dst28 "at" cam.ac.uk) and should include: a CV; form CHRIS/6 (parts I and III); the names and e-mail details of at least two referees; a summary of prior research accomplishments, and a statement of future research interests. Further information on the posts can be obtained by referring to the group website or contacting Benjamin Simons (bds10 "at" cam.ac.uk). The closing date for applications is 31st January 2013 with a start date on or before 1st September 2013.
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
The group is always interested in helping to support Post-Doctoral researchers interested in securing an independent fellowship from Research Councils, Charities or Colleges. In this context, potential applicants should note that the Herchel Smith Post-Doctoral Fellowship Fund is currently conducting a search in the area of Biophysics. The group can provide local administrative support as well as a stimulating environment in which such an independent programme of research can be developed.
Post-doctoral Research: Physics
Post-doctoral Research Associate in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
Ref: KA01020 Salary: £27,854 - £36,298 pa
Limit of tenure: 30 September 2016
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate position in the field of theoretical condensed matter physics. The post will be supported by a critical mass grant from EPSRC and will be associated with the research group of Professor Benjamin Simons.
The successful candidate will be expected to undertake fundamental research in the field of theoretical condensed matter physics with an emphasis on the dynamics of coherent quantum systems driven far from equilibrium. The group has a particular interest in the study of quantum quench and condensation phenomena in ultracold atom systems. The postdoctoral researcher will benefit from the range of expertise represented by the wider condensed matter theory group in Cambridge.
Applicants should have doctoral training in theoretical condensed matter or atomic physics and experience of conducting research in ultracold atom physics, theoretical condensed matter physics, low-dimensional quantum systems and non-equilibrium statistical physics. Successful candidates will hold (or be about to complete) a PhD/DPhil in Physics, Mathematics, or a closely related field.
For further information on the project contact Professor Benjamin Simons (e-mail: bds10@ cam.ac.uk).
Applicants should submit a CV; publication list; a short statement of current research interests; and a completed CHRIS6 cover sheet (available from http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/forms/chris6/), to Mr David Taylor, TCM Group Administrator (dst28@cam.ac.uk). In addition, they should arrange for at least two recommendation letters to be sent prior to the deadline.
Closing date: 11 April 2013
Graduate studies: Biology (Theory and Experiment)
During the current academic year, the group will be seeking to appoint at least one graduate student in the area of biological physics to start in October 2013.
Alongside projects involving the development of theoretical approaches to biology, we especially welcome applications from students interested in undertaking joint experimental and theoretical work with partner laboratories in Cambridge. Current research interests include the exploitation of genetic lineage tracing assays to study patterns of stem and progenitor cell fate in adult and developing tissues. The group is also interested in the study of pathways leading to the dysregulation of stem cells in disease models.
Futher projects involving the synthesis of transcriptome and epigenome data to explore dynamical heterogeneity of gene expression in embryonic stem cells are planned. We are also interested in using deep sequencing data to explore the evolutionary dynamics of viruses.
Further information on available projects will be made available early in the new year. EU and Non-EU applicants should note the funding requirements of the University and they should ensure that their application meets the deadlines imposed by appropriate funding schemes. For further details of the arrangements at the Cavendish, we refer to the following link.
Students interested in research in Biological Physics should also note the newly-established Sackler Scholarship fund which provides fully-funded awards to support PhD applicants.
Graduate studies: Physics
We regret that the group will not be recruiting graduate students in theoretical quantum condensed matter physics this year.