# PostDoc in "Mathematic for Materials Modelling" group EPFL, Switzerland

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Dear Julians,

I am happy to announce an open PostDoc position on Bayesian methods for inverse materials design at the mathematics for materials modelling group (MatMat, [https://matmat.org](https://matmat.org)) at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL).

We seek an outstanding candidate with a **PhD in condensed matter physics** or a **related subject** and a strong **mathematical mindset**. The position will employ the Julia-based materials simulation ecosystem, such as the [Density-Functional ToolKit](https://dftk.org) as well as Julia’s **algorithmic differentiation** capabilities to accelerate **property-guided materials design**.

The ideal candidate should have expertise with multiple of the following aspects: Bayesian techniques for surrogatisation, Bayesian optimisation, Julia programming, method development for inverse materials design, method development for density-functional theory, modelling of electronic conduction or related properties in materials.

Screening of candidates will start from 1st Februrary 2025 and continue until a suitable candidate has been found The expected starting date is the first half of 2025, but can be negotiated.

For more information and details how to apply, see [Job Openings](https://matmat.org/jobs/).

Feel free to contact me here or on michael.herbst@epfl.ch in case of further questions on the position.

Many thanks and happy new year !  
Michael