Postdoctoral Position in Plant Chromatin: The Institut de Biologie Moléculaire des Plantes (IBMP), Strasbourg, France invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Plant Chromatin Research in the teams of Pauline Jullien and Stefan Grob. The project focuses on understanding how plants adapt to environmental changes through chromatin architecture and epigenetic modifications. The selected candidate will contribute to developing molecular tools for chromatin profiling and studying seasonal epigenomic variations in plants.
Postdoctoral Position in Plant Chromatin Research | IBMP Strasbourg, France
Summary Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Plant Chromatin Biology, Epigenetics, Functional Genomics |
| Location | Strasbourg, France |
| Organization | Institut de Biologie Moléculaire des Plantes (IBMP) |
| Duration | 12 months (renewable for another 12 months) |
| Application Deadline | March 30, 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online / Email |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Postdoc) – Plant Chromatin Research
Research Area
- Plant Chromatin Biology
- Epigenetics and Epigenomic Regulation
- Functional Genomics
- Molecular Biology
- Environmental Response Mechanisms in Plants
Location
Institut de Biologie Moléculaire des Plantes (IBMP)
Strasbourg, France
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Genomics, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
- Experience in functional genomics.
- Good understanding of plant chromatin biology and epigenetics.
- Knowledge of genetics will be considered an advantage.
- Highly motivated, curious, and collaborative researcher with strong analytical skills.
Job Description
The selected candidate will work on a research project investigating epigenomic changes in plants in response to environmental conditions. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing new molecular tools for chromatin analysis, particularly single-locus chromatin profiling (reverse ChIP).
- Investigating how epigenomic landscapes change throughout the year and how these variations contribute to plant environmental adaptation.
- Conducting functional genomics and molecular biology experiments related to chromatin structure and gene regulation.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams at IBMP.
- Contributing to scientific publications and presentations.
What the Institute Offers
- 12-month Postdoctoral contract (CDD) with possibility of renewal for another 12 months.
- Opportunity to work in the “Nuclear Defense and 3D Genome Folding” team led by Stefan Grob and the “Epigenetic Regulation and Sexual Reproduction in Plants” team led by Pauline Jullien.
- Access to state-of-the-art research platforms and facilities.
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative research environment at IBMP.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official recruitment portal or contact the research team directly.
Website:
https://www.unistra.fr/fr/recrutement/post-doctorant-en-biologie-moleculaire-des-
Email:
stefan.grob@cnrs.fr
Last Date to Apply
📅 March 30, 2026
