Topic: biological physics

The MPI-PKS Visitors Program offers research appointments lasting from several weeks to two years, joining institute research groups, working independently, or forming temporary groups around a specific problem. Its Biological Physics division studies physical principles in biological systems and welcomes theoretical or computational physicists with a serious interest in biology. The application round is reviewed by an ad-hoc committee that meets every four months; complete materials for the next meeting are due on 13 November 2026. Applicants should propose their research interests and projec

Conduct independent theoretical research complementing the institute’s work, including biological physics of cells and tissues, quantitative biology and physics of life. The call also covers quantum, statistical, condensed-matter and non-equilibrium physics and welcomes promising new directions. Apply by 13 November 2026 with one PDF containing a cover letter, CV, publications highlighting three key papers, research interests and a proposal. Arrange three reference letters separately.