The Aubin-Tam group at TU Delft is looking for a highly motivated PhD student with a Master in physics, biophysics, applied physics or a related field. Investigating the response of individual biomolecules and cells in response to external physical/chemical stimuli helps us to understand the molecular mechanisms driving biological processes. This PhD work is concerned with designing, developing and using biophysical assays to track dynamical cellular processes occurring at the cell membrane. In particular, optical tweezers will be used to elucidate the mode of action of a molecular motor integrated in the membrane. The project is highly interdisciplinary and involves biophysics and instrumentation.

The candidate should have a Master degree in the field of physics, biophysics, applied physics or a related field. The position will be for a fixed term of four years and is expected to result in a PhD. Good communication skills in English are required.

Fixed-term contract: 4 years.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers child care and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment; an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor; and a Doctoral Education Programme aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related and research skills. Please visit graduateschool.tudelft.nl/ for more information.

For more information about this position, please contact Marie-Eve Aubin-Tam, M.E.Aubin-Tam@tudelft.nl. To apply, please e-mail a detailed CV and names of references along with a letter of application by 1 January 2018 to M.E.Aubin-Tam@tudelft.nl.
When applying for this position, please refer to vacancy number TNWBN17-028. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We hope to fill the position as soon as possible.

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (the TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. The TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At the TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. The TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

http://www.tudelft.nl

Applied Sciences

The Department of Bionanoscience at the TU Delft is dedicated to research at the interface between nanoscience, synthetic biology, and cell biology. It studies single molecules and single cells in all their complexity down to the molecular level, from both fundamental scientific and application points of view. It operates as part of the Kavli Institute of Nanoscience at the Faculty of Applied Sciences and aims at a leading international position.

The Aubin-Tam group is dynamic and multidisciplinary.
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