EURAXESS Ireland
Postdoctoral Fellow in Biophysics (Index-Nr. 2411-25744)
EURAXESS Ireland, Indiana, Pennsylvania, us, 15705
Organisation/Company Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen Research Field Physics » Biophysics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Switzerland Application Deadline 1 Mar 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Zurich) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 41.5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 2411-25744 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
For the Nanodiffraction Group in the Multiscale Bioimaging Laboratory LMB, we are looking for a
Postdoctoral Fellow in Biophysics
In this position, you will work at the interface of experimental biophysics, structural biology, artificial intelligence, and pharmaceutical formulation science. Your main responsibilities will include:
Characterization of biologics (antibodies, proteins, siRNA) in the presence of excipients using SAXS and complementary biophysical techniques
Development and validation of a predictive pipeline for excipient–biologic interactions
Integration of experimental SAXS data with AI-driven structural modeling to predict oligomerization behavior and excipient effects
Close collaboration with the industrial partner Excelsus Structural Solutions to translate experimental workflows into formulation-related services
Participation in experimental planning, quality control, and iterative excipient screening
Presentation of scientific results at international conferences and contribution to peer-reviewed publications
Co-supervision and scientific support of PhD and master’s students
PhD degree in Bioinformatics, Artificial Intelligence, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field
Strong background in protein or nucleic acid biophysics and structural characterization
Experience with computational modeling and data analysis
Excellent command of English, written and spoken
Experience in protein or biologics formulation
Knowledge of SAXS, light scattering, or other solution-state biophysical characterization methods
Familiarity with AI-driven modeling tools (e.g., AlphaFold Multimer, Rosetta) and/or molecular dynamics simulations
Interest in translational research and industrial collaboration
Additional Information Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on‑site infrastructure.
Your employment contract is limited to 2 years with the possibility of extension for 1 year.
Additional comments
For further information, please contact Dr Jinghui Luo, phone +41 56 310 47 64.
Please submit your application online by
1 March 2026
(including a cover letter, a list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. 2411-25744).
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Offer Description The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
For the Nanodiffraction Group in the Multiscale Bioimaging Laboratory LMB, we are looking for a
Postdoctoral Fellow in Biophysics
In this position, you will work at the interface of experimental biophysics, structural biology, artificial intelligence, and pharmaceutical formulation science. Your main responsibilities will include:
Characterization of biologics (antibodies, proteins, siRNA) in the presence of excipients using SAXS and complementary biophysical techniques
Development and validation of a predictive pipeline for excipient–biologic interactions
Integration of experimental SAXS data with AI-driven structural modeling to predict oligomerization behavior and excipient effects
Close collaboration with the industrial partner Excelsus Structural Solutions to translate experimental workflows into formulation-related services
Participation in experimental planning, quality control, and iterative excipient screening
Presentation of scientific results at international conferences and contribution to peer-reviewed publications
Co-supervision and scientific support of PhD and master’s students
PhD degree in Bioinformatics, Artificial Intelligence, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field
Strong background in protein or nucleic acid biophysics and structural characterization
Experience with computational modeling and data analysis
Excellent command of English, written and spoken
Experience in protein or biologics formulation
Knowledge of SAXS, light scattering, or other solution-state biophysical characterization methods
Familiarity with AI-driven modeling tools (e.g., AlphaFold Multimer, Rosetta) and/or molecular dynamics simulations
Interest in translational research and industrial collaboration
Additional Information Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on‑site infrastructure.
Your employment contract is limited to 2 years with the possibility of extension for 1 year.
Additional comments
For further information, please contact Dr Jinghui Luo, phone +41 56 310 47 64.
Please submit your application online by
1 March 2026
(including a cover letter, a list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Index-Nr. 2411-25744).
#J-18808-Ljbffr