Postdoctoral Researcher in Phage Therapy: The Institut Pasteur, located in the heart of Paris, is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Bacteriophage, Bacteria, Host team as part of a European-funded project on phage therapy. The research will focus on evaluating the robustness of bacteriophages in treating pneumonia and investigating the underlying mechanisms, particularly the role of immune cells. This project builds on foundational research highlighting phage therapy as a promising solution to multi-drug resistant bacterial infections.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Phage Therapy, Immunology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases
Location: Institut Pasteur, Paris, France
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD, MD, or DVD in Immunology, Microbiology, or related fields.
- Previous experience with rodent animal models.
- Proven track record of productive research in Immunology and/or Microbiology.
- Fluency in English.
- Strong collaborative spirit.
Job Description:
- Conduct cutting-edge research on the use of bacteriophages in treating bacterial infections, particularly pneumonia.
- Collaborate with a team of experts in bacteriophage biology, microbiology, and infectious diseases.
- Investigate the role of immune cells in phage therapy, following previous foundational work.
- Use advanced methodologies and work with state-of-the-art equipment in a highly stimulating, multidisciplinary environment.
- Opportunity to work in a globally renowned institution with nearly 3,000 researchers of 70 different nationalities.
- Initial contract for 24 months, with a potential 12-month extension.
Benefits:
- Full access to France’s social security system.
- Over six weeks of annual leave.
- Reduced public transportation fares.
- Special welcome program for new employees, including adaptation and training sessions.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A current CV.
- A one-page motivation letter.
- Contact details of two references.
Applications should be sent via email to laurent.debarbieux@pasteur.fr.
Last Date to Apply: October 15, 2024
For more information, visit Institut Pasteur – Laurent Debarbieux Team.
