Postdoctoral researcher in fundamental physics applied to scale selection (M/F)

Job Description

Missions

Our team is seeking a talented and motivated postdoctoral researcher to work on theoretical methods applied to scale selection in non-equilibrium systems.
The position, fully funded by a grant from the French National Research Agency (ANR), will be based at the Gulliver Laboratory at ESPCI Paris (PSL University), in the heart of the French capital.

Activity

Pattern formation is based on a wavelength selection process. In its simplest form, this process originates from the linear instability of a homogeneous state, which triggers growth that is ultimately saturated by nonlinearities. However, there are situations in which scale selection phenomena cannot be described by a linear instability. Gaining a general understanding of the mechanics underlying these scale-selection processes remains a challenge. The successful candidate will draw on a recently developed methodology to interpret such scale-selection processes through the lens of conserved-quantity cascades, with the aim of developing control methods that can be applied in fields where these phenomena come into play.

Your Profil

Skills

- PhD in theoretical physics or a related field
- Training in at least one of the following areas: non-equilibrium statistical physics, nonlinear physics, turbulence, non-reciprocal interactions, active matter
- Experience in numerical simulation (molecular dynamics, integration of partial differential equations, etc.)
- Motivation to work in an interdisciplinary environment
- Creativity, independence, and enthusiasm for tackling ambitious scientific challenges
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are expected

Your Work Environment

Gulliver is a laboratory involving theorists and experimentalists working at the interface of physics, chemistry, biology and computer science. Research focuses on soft matter (colloids, polymers, liquid crystals, granular matter, thin sheets...), active matter (self-propelled colloids, swimming droplets, walking grains, swarms of robots... ) and molecular systems (DNA, RNA, enzymes...). We study various aspects of these systems such as topology, self-assembly, interfaces, information processing, evolution..., while also developing general theoretical methods. The name Gulliver captures the diversity of scales that are studied in the lab.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

from 3131 € per month gross depending on experience

Annual leave and RTT

44 jours

Remote Working practice and compensation

Pratique et indemnisation du TT

Transport

Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€

About the offer

About the CNRS

The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.

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