Postdoctoral Position – Nutrient Sensing: The University of Lille invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position within the SPIGA project, funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR). The project focuses on understanding how dietary protein digestion products regulate intestinal glucose metabolism. This is a 24-month fixed-term position, starting April 1, 2026, within a dynamic and multidisciplinary research environment.
Postdoctoral Researcher Position – Nutrient Sensing and Glucose Metabolism
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Research Area | Nutrient Sensing & Glucose Metabolism |
| Contract Type | Fixed-term (24 months) |
| Start Date | April 1, 2026 |
| Salary | According to institutional salary scale and experience |
| Host Institution | University of Lille |
| Research Unit | UMR 1158 BioEcoAgro |
| Location | Villeneuve-d’Ascq, France |
| Funding Agency | French National Research Agency (ANR) |
| Application Deadline | 13 February 2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Intestinal nutrient sensing
- Glucose metabolism
- Protein digestion and bioactive peptides
- Molecular and cellular physiology
Location
University of Lille
UMR 1158 BioEcoAgro
Villeneuve-d’Ascq, France
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must have:
- A PhD in Physiology, Metabolism, Nutrition, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline
- Experience with cellular models, animal experimentation, and omics approaches (e.g., RNA-seq)
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English
Job Description
The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to both the experimental and conceptual development of the SPIGA project, which aims to elucidate intestinal mechanisms linking protein digestion products to glucose metabolism.
Key responsibilities include:
- Investigating cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating intestinal glucose absorption
- Identifying and characterizing bioactive peptides influencing glucose transport and signaling pathways
- Validating physiological relevance of selected protein digestion products in vivo (rodent models)
- Analyzing and interpreting experimental data
- Preparing manuscripts, reports, and conference presentations
- Actively participating in the scientific life of the laboratory and project
Work Environment
The successful candidate will join the Gut Health team at UMR 1158 BioEcoAgro, a research unit specializing in the biological activity of food-derived compounds and intestinal physiology. The project will be conducted within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team with expertise in digestion models, cell biology, and peptide bioactivity.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following documents:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of academic diplomas (Master’s and PhD or equivalent)
- A complete list of publications, including PDF reprints of up to 10 relevant papers
- A cover letter describing research experience, key achievements, and motivation for applying
- Contact information for at least two referees (including email addresses)
Applications and inquiries should be sent to:
- Camille Dugardin – camille.dugardin@univ-lille.fr
- Benoît Cudennec – benoit.cudennec@univ-lille.fr
Last Date for Apply
13 February 2026
