Summary
The National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE) is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to join a collaborative project focused on the interactions between plants and microbes. This role offers an opportunity to explore the genetic and nutritional impacts on wheat interactions with mycorrhizal fungi and plant pathogens.
Post-Doctoral Researcher in Plant-Microbe Interactions, LIPME, INRAE, Auzeville-Tolosane, France
Designation
Post-Doctoral Researcher
| Job Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Plant-Microbe Interactions |
| Location | LIPME, INRAE, Auzeville-Tolosane, France |
| Contract Duration | 18 months |
| Start Date | July 1, 2026 |
| Monthly Salary | €3,559.17 gross |
| Reference Number | OT-28864 |
| Application Deadline | April 20, 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Degree: Ph.D. in a relevant field (Microbiology, Plant Biology, Molecular Biology).
- Expertise: Strong background in plant-microbe interactions; experience in microbiology is essential.
- Skills: Proficiency in “omics” analyses, with international experience preferred.
Job Description
You will engage in cutting-edge research exploring:
- The impact of wheat genetics and nutritional status on the tripartite interaction between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), wheat, and the pathogenic fungus Zymoseptoria tritici responsible for septoria.
- Potential trade-offs between resistance stimulation and growth promotion via mycorrhizae.
- Underlying molecular mechanisms using transcriptomic and metabolomic approaches on contrasting genotypes and conditions.
You will be based at LIPME, collaborating closely with genomics, metabolomics, and microscopy platforms, and will receive training in septoria phenotyping.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a combined PDF file of their letter of motivation and CV to the following email addresses:
- benoit.lefebvre@inrae.fr
- cyrille.saintenac@inrae.fr
Subject Line: Application for Post-doc MYCORESIST
Applications will be reviewed starting April 20, 2026, and selected candidates will be invited for interviews in early May.
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