Postdoctoral Researcher – Cell Fate: The Permaute Lab at the Andalusian Centre for Developmental Biology (CABD), Seville, Spain, is offering a 3-year fully funded postdoctoral position as part of the ERC Consolidator Grant project “EARLYFATE.” The project aims to unravel the molecular mechanisms governing cell fate reprogramming and zygotic genome activation in early mammalian embryos, with a focus on DNA damage responses.
Postdoctoral Researcher – Cell Fate Determination in Early Mammalian Development
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Cell Fate Determination, DNA Damage Response |
| Project | EARLYFATE (ERC Consolidator Grant) |
| Location | CABD, Seville, Spain |
| Funding Duration | 3 Years |
| Salary | €3,000/month (gross) |
| Start Date (Preferred) | September–October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 May 2025 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
Cell fate determination during early mammalian development, particularly focusing on:
- Zygotic genome activation
- DNA damage response pathways
- Transcriptional regulation and totipotency
Location
Andalusian Centre for Developmental Biology (CABD), Seville, Spain
CABD is a leading institute in developmental biology, known for interdisciplinary collaboration and excellence in research. It holds the prestigious “María de Maeztu” distinction for research excellence.
Eligibility / Qualification
- PhD in Biological Sciences or a closely related field.
- Extensive experience in early mammalian embryo development and/or DNA damage response.
- Preferred: Experience in pre-implantation embryo micro-manipulation and single-cell data analysis.
Job Description
- Conduct multidisciplinary research combining genome-wide and cell-focused approaches.
- Study the regulation of DNA damage responses in the pre-implantation mouse embryo.
- Investigate the influence of DNA repair on transcriptional reprogramming and totipotency.
- Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team of scientists.
- Publish findings in high-impact scientific journals.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF document including:
- A motivation letter summarizing research experience and interest in the project.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Contact details of two academic referees.
Applications and inquiries should be sent to:
Dr. Baerom Bun
Last Date to Apply
23 May 2025
