The Hiscock lab is hiring! Funded by an ERC Starting Grant, we are looking to recruit people with a strong quantitative background to work on some of the most fundamental problems in developmental biology. We welcome applications from theoretical/computational biologists, but also from applied mathematicians, (bio)physicists, and computer programmers. We develop dynamical models (mainly PDEs) to understand the remarkable ways in which biological systems, especially embryos, self-organize into complex structures. We combine analytical theory with large-scale simulations – developing new theory and computational methods where required – and also collaborate closely with experimentalists from around the world. Positions are available at both PhD and postdoctoral levels with significant flexibility on start date; we will also provide in-depth mentorship for applications to independent fellowships. We are a curious, friendly and collaborative team based in the beautiful and affordable Northeast of Scotland, come join us! If you are interested to know more, please get in touch with Tom directly: thomas.hiscock@abdn.ac.uk.

PhD: 

https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/adapting-machine-learning-algorithms-to-learn-the-rules-of-embryonic-development/?p175103

https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/mathematical-theories-of-symmetry-breaking-in-embryos-organs-and-organoids/?p175101

Postdoc:

https://www.abdnjobs.co.uk/vacancy/research-fellow-570036.html