Vacancies

We are building a theory and simulation group on soft and bio matter. We welcome curious and motivated students and postdocs who enjoy working at the interface of statistical physics, soft matter, biological physics and computational sciences.

Postdoctoral positions

We are looking for postdocs with a PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related area who are interested in soft matter, statistical mechanics, and bio-inspired or active systems. Starting dates are flexible and will be agreed with successful candidates. The standard postdoctoral package includes a competitive annual salary, social insurance and housing fund, and support for conference travel and international collaboration. Outstanding candidates will be encouraged to apply for university and provincial fellowship programs that provide additional salary and research support.

Postdocs will have the freedom to develop independent ideas within the broad scope of the group, including topics such as nonequilibrium self assembly in multicomponent systems, chemically driven active matter, and machine learning assisted simulation methods.

PhD positions

We welcome enquiries from prospective PhD students. Applicants should have or expect to obtain a master's degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, applied or computational mathematics, or related fields. An interest in theoretical and computational work and good scientific English are essential. Experience with programming (for example C++, Python, or molecular simulation packages) will be a strong plus.

Research topics include but are not limited to DNA programmable colloids and biosensing, regulation in biomolecular condensates, self assembly of two dimensional anisotropic particles, and theory and simulations of polymer networks. New directions driven by the student and aligned with the general themes of the group are very welcome.

Admission follows the regulations of the SUSTech Graduate School. Requirements and timelines vary by admission cycle; please consult the Graduate School website for the current official information.

Fast Response PhD scheme

SUSTech may offer accelerated doctoral admissions routes for outstanding applicants. Eligibility, required materials, and deadlines can change between admission cycles. Please consult the Graduate School website for the latest official announcement before applying.

Prospective applicants who are interested in joining the CSLM Lab are strongly encouraged to get in touch early.

How to apply

Please send a single PDF that includes your CV and a short statement of research interests and past projects to xiaxy@sustech.edu.cn. In the subject line, please indicate [PhD application] or [Postdoc application]. Informal enquiries are very welcome.