Postdoctoral Position in Cellular Genetics: The Institut Curie seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join a dynamic team investigating the spatio-temporal regulation of genome stability mechanisms in response to DNA replication stress. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research aimed at understanding and resolving genome instability in cancer development.
Postdoctoral Position in Molecular & Cellular Genetics
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Molecular & Cellular Genetics, focusing on genome stability and replication stress.
Location:
Institut Curie, Orsay, France
Eligibility/Qualifications:
- PhD in Biology, Cellular Biology, or related fields.
- Fresh PhD graduate or with up to 3 years of postdoctoral experience.
- Expertise in yeast genetics, genome stability, molecular cell biology, proteomics, and genomic data analysis.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a plus.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will:
- Join a research team of approximately 8 members, including PhD students, post-docs, engineers, and researchers.
- Work on a project aiming to decipher the role of nuclear architecture in maintaining genome stability during replication stress.
- Use innovative proteomic and genomic approaches within the context of the Space-ForkIn consortium funded by the ANR.
- Investigate the spatial and temporal organization of molecular circuits that prevent stressed replication forks from turning into pathological DNA structures.
- Carry out research in a collaborative and interactive spirit, encouraging responsibility and initiative.
How to Apply:
Candidates are required to submit the following documents:
- CV including a list of publications.
- Cover letter outlining motivation and scientific curiosity for the project.
- At least two references from scientific personalities who can recommend the candidate.
Applications should be sent to the provided contact information on Institut Curie’s official website.
Last Date for Application:
January 10, 2024
Additional Information:
- Type of contract: Fixed-term, starting as soon as possible.
- Duration: 1 year, renewable for an additional year.
- Working time: Full-time.
- Remuneration: According to current grids, including collective catering, transportation fee reimbursement up to 70%, and supplementary health insurance.
- Institut Curie is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer dedicated to the highest standards of research integrity.
Apply early as CVs will be processed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline.
