Postdoctoral positions

The Amaral Lab invites applications for several postdoctoral positions. We conduct high-impact research in the area of complex systems. Current research projects include systems-level study of cellular metabolism, modeling of ecosystem structure and robustness, modeling of human activity patterns, and quantification of research productivity. Hires will be expected to conduct computational research in several of the on-going projects, to take leadership in initiating new research projects, and to co-mentor junior lab members.

The successful applicant holds a Ph.D. in statistical physics, applied math, chemical engineering, industrial engineering, computer science or a related field and has extensive programming experience in python (or similar language) and C (or similar language). The ideal applicant will have great communication skills, experience with collaborative research, and true passion for doing and guiding research.

Email complete applications materials — CV with a full list of publications, a summary of research experience and interests, and the name of three academic references — to Ms. Justyna Gutowska at jgutowska@gmail.com. Appointment starting date and duration are negotiable. Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.

Rank (postdoctoral fellow, research associate or research assistant professor) and salary ($36K-$65K per year) will be commensurate with experience and qualifications; promotion and annual salary raises will be determined based on performance. Northwestern University and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers, and welcome applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.