PhD position in mathematical modeling of vertebrate morphogenesis (M/F)
New
- FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
- 36 months
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Institut Camille Jordan
Contract Type
FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
69622 VILLEURBANNE
Contract Duration
36 months
Date of Hire
01/12/2026
Remuneration
2300 € gross monthly
Apply Application Deadline : 02 November 2026 23:59
Job Description
Thesis Subject
The PhD project will focus on the development and analysis of multi-tissue mathematical models of embryogenesis, based in particular on systems of partial differential equations arising from fluid mechanics.
The main objectives will be:
– Develop and analyze mathematical models describing the dynamics and interactions between multiple tissues during embryonic development
– Investigate analytical questions associated with these models, including their qualitative behavior and the influence of model parameters
– Implement numerical methods adapted to the systems under consideration
– Develop methods to connect the models with experimental data and estimate relevant model parameters
– Compare theoretical and numerical results with imaging data, using image-processing and machine-learning tools when appropriate
Required skills:
– Master's degree in mathematics or applied mathematics, with a strong background in analysis, partial differential equations, and numerical methods
– Good skills in scientific computing and programming, particularly in Python, Julia, or Matlab
– Strong interest in mathematical modeling and interdisciplinary research, particularly at the interface with biology
– Previous experience in mathematical modeling, as well as knowledge of continuum mechanics or machine learning, would be appreciated
The PhD is part of the interdisciplinary PREMMOVE project (2025–2031), funded by the PEPR Maths-Vives program.
It will be co-supervised by Michèle Romanos (CR CNRS) and Simon Masnou (Professor, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1).
Keywords: morphogenesis, mathematical modeling, partial differential equations (PDEs), PDE analysis, numerical simulation, artificial intelligence, image analysis.
Your Work Environment
The PhD will be carried out at the Institut Camille Jordan (ICJ, UMR 5208), on the La Doua campus in Villeurbanne, within the Mathematical Modeling and Scientific Computing (MMCS) team.
The PhD will therefore benefit from an environment particularly well suited to the modeling, analysis, and simulation questions addressed in the project.
Constraints and risks
Frequent travel to Toulouse is planned to foster interactions with the teams at CBI and LAAS.
No specific risks have been identified.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
2300 € gross monthly
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
| Offer reference | UMR5208-MICROM-001 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Mathematics and mathematical interactions |
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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