Faculty Position in Theory and Simulation of Materials

About the position

The School of Engineering at EPFL and the Institute of Materials invite applications for a faculty position in Theory and Simulation of Materials.

We seek outstanding scientists developing and applying cutting-edge theoretical and computational approaches to understand, predict, and design materials.

Areas of particular interest include electronic-structure theory from method development to state-of-the-art, large-scale calculations, multiscale simulations, and data-driven and machine-learning approaches for materials discovery and modeling.

A doctorate is required at the starting date.

A successful candidate is expected to develop an independent and competitive research program in a multidisciplinary environment.

The new Faculty member will supervise their own PhD students and engage with researchers in related fields across the EPFL campus.

EPFL offers internationally competitive salaries, generous research support, significant start-up resources, an outstanding research infrastructure.

Academics in Switzerland enjoy many research funding opportunities and an exceptionally high standard of living.

The application package should include the following documents in pdf format: a cover letter including a brief statement of motivation; a curriculum vitae; a research statement (max 3 pages) outlining past achievements and future plans; a teaching statement (max 1 page); a full list of scientific outputs, including but not limited to peer-reviewed publications; the names and contact information of three to five referees who are ready to supply a letter upon request.

Application deadline: 1 December 2026.

Applications should be uploaded to the EPFL recruitment page:

https://facultyrecruiting.epfl.ch/position/65044493

Director of the Institute of Materials

Further information about EPFL and our Institute is available at: epfl.ch and sti.epfl.ch/imx/

EPFL is an equal opportunity employer and a family-friendly university, committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty.

It strongly encourages women to apply.

What you’ll bring

• The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and contribute to STI education programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

At a glance

Position type

Assistant professor, Other early career

Institution

Director of the Institute of Materials

Department

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Research group

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Location

Switzerland

Supervisor / contact person

Prof. Michele Ceriotti

Funding

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Academics in Switzerland enjoy many research funding opportunities and an exceptionally high standard of living.

Duration

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Vacancy reference

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Research focus

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Dates to know

Listed on FOSS Positions

20 Sep 2026

Original advertisement date

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Application deadline

01 Dec 2026 Timezone not stated. Check the original advert.

Priority review date

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Last checked

20 Sep 2026

Last updated

20 Sep 2026

Application deadline: 1 December 2026.

How to apply

The application package should include the following documents in pdf format: a cover letter including a brief statement of motivation; a curriculum vitae; a research statement (max 3 pages) outlining past achievements and future plans; a teaching statement (max 1 page); a full list of scientific outputs, including but not limited to peer-reviewed publications; the names and contact information of three to five referees who are ready to supply a letter upon request.
Application deadline: 1 December 2026.
EPFL is an equal opportunity employer and a family-friendly university, committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It strongly encourages women to apply.

Contact: TSM-search@epfl.ch

Original sources

https://www.epfl.ch/about/working/faculty-position-in-theory-and-simulation-of-materials/ ↗