Faculty Position in Theory and Simulation of Materials
EPFL invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in materials theory and simulation.
Best for:Best for computational materials scientists and theoretical physicists with expertise in electronic-structure methods and machine learning for materials discovery.
Overview
The School of Engineering at EPFL and the Institute of Materials are seeking an outstanding scientist for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the theory and simulation of materials. The successful candidate will develop cutting-edge theoretical and computational methodologies to understand, predict, and design advanced materials. Responsibilities include building an independent research program, supervising PhD students, and contributing to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels within a multicultural environment. Applicants must hold a doctorate by the start date and demonstrate strong potential for academic excellence.
What you'll do
- Develop an independent, internationally competitive research program focused on materials theory and simulation
- Apply cutting-edge theoretical, computational, and data-driven approaches to design and predict material properties
- Supervise and mentor PhD students and collaborate with multidisciplinary research groups across the EPFL campus
- Deliver high-quality teaching for undergraduate and graduate education programs within the School of Engineering
- Secure external research funding and manage laboratory resources effectively
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related computational discipline
Language: English proficiency required; multilingual environment with French widely spoken
Instruction: English and French
Publications: A strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals and relevant venues
- Proven track record of research excellence in theoretical or computational materials science
- Expertise in electronic-structure theory, multiscale modeling, or machine-learning approaches for materials
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and collaborative scientific research
- Commitment to excellence in higher education teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Must hold a doctorate by the starting date
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-01
Prepare all required application documents in PDF format including a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and publication list. Submit your application package through the online EPFL faculty recruitment portal and arrange for three to five referees to be ready to supply letters upon request.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- List of scientific outputs
- Three to five reference contacts
Contact
Michele Ceriotti· Director of the Institute of Materials and Chair of the Search Committee
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