Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Cellular Microbiology

  • Paris
  • CDD
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 1 mois
Offer DescriptionThe overarching goal of the lab is to combine molecular cell biology, microbiology, various microscopy techniques, ex vivo and animal models to decipher the molecular and cellular events leading to vascular dysfunction, thrombosis, organ failure and death during infection by Neisseria meningitidis.Main Activities :
  • The candidate will play a central role in our programme of work studying the molecular and metabolic mechanisms that control bacterial virulence and the evolution of the infection towards a lethal sepsis.
  • In particular, the candidate will characterize the biological functions and mode of action of novel bacterial virulence factors we recently identified.
Job specification(s) and environment :The candidate will join a friendly group of cellular microbiologists working at the Institut Cochin. He/she will help with training the lab's graduate students and collaborate in other laboratory activities. He/she will benefit from an excellent training and stimulating environment for research located in the heart of Paris, our cutting-edge science facilities, and from existing external collaborations within France and internationally.RequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences » Biology Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsExpertise :
  • The ideal candidate holds a PhD degree in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Metabolism or related disciplines, and has evidence of generating publication-quality data.
Know-How :
  • Scientific rigor and proficiency in communicating his/her work clearly in both formal and informal settings (in English).
Ability :
  • Prior experience on bacterial genetics and working with mouse will be beneficial, but on-the-job training will be provided.
  • In addition, expertise in high-content imaging and image analysis would be valuable.
Diploma level and experience required :
  • PhD
  • Prior experience on on bacterial genetics and working with mouse will be beneficial, but on-the-job training will be provided.
  • In addition, expertise in high-content imaging and image analysis would be valuable.
Additional InformationAdditional commentsTeam « Vascular Cell Biology in Infection, Inflammation and Cancer » is part of the Institut Cochin located in the center of Paris, 22 rue Méchain - 75014 Paris, France. Team leader: Sandrine BourdoulousThe Institut Cochin is a research center affiliated to INSERM, CNRS, Université Paris Cité. The Institut Cochin is composed of 41 teams and 10 core facilities.The team of Sandrine Bourdoulous is composed of 10 collaborators…4 research scientists and one lab technician with a permanent position, 1 post-Doc, 3 PhD students, 1 Technician.
  • Contract workers: from 2 997,20 € gross per month depending on professional experience in equivalent positions (to be completed with your HR manager)
Applicants should send their CV, cover letter and name of 2 references :Sandrine BourdoulousEmail :The contract will run for 12 months with the possibility of renewal. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institut Cochin Country France State/Province Ile-de-France City Paris Postal Code 75014 Street 22 rue Mechain GeofieldWhere to apply E-mailsandrine.Bourdoulous@inserm.fContact State/ProvinceIle-de-France CityParis WebsiteStreetImmeuble Kadence, 86-88 rue Regnault Postal Code75013STATUS: EXPIRED

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