Avishek Das

Durham University’s Department of Physics is recruiting for PhD and postdoctoral opportunities in statistical physics , biophysics , and soft matter . The newly started research group led by Avishek Das studies how information is processed in living systems using the physics of soft matter, including noisy and intercoupled mechanical and chemical modes across multiple timescales. The research theme is centered on the emergence of intelligence in soft matter, combining theoretical and computational approaches with interests spanning physics , biology , materials science , and related areas of complex systems. This is a strong fit for candidates interested in statistical physics, information theory, living matter, and interdisciplinary research at the interface of physics and biology. Funding details: there is one fully funded PhD position available for UK home students . International PhD applicants are not directly funded in the post, but support is offered to prepare competitive funding applications. For postdoctoral researchers, the group can act as host for externally funded fellowships such as the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA PF) , EPSRC postdoctoral fellowships , and the Royal Society Newton International Fellowship . Eligibility highlights: the funded PhD place is specifically for UK home students. International applicants may still be considered if they can secure competitive funding. Postdoc applicants should be preparing fellowship applications aligned with the group’s research direction. How to apply: email avishek.das@durham.ac.uk with your CV and a short description of your research interests . If applying for a postdoc, discuss the relevant fellowship route with the host group. No deadline is stated in the post.