POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN THE CELLULAR REPROGRAMMING FIELD : Illkirch CU STRASBOURG, France

We are looking for an outstanding scientist to help us solve open questions in the cellular reprogramming field. We have pioneered the study of natural instances of cellular reprogramming establishing the worm as a unique model (see for ex. Jarriault, PNAS 2008; Richard, Dev. 2011; Kagias, PNAS 2012; Hadjuskova Genesis 2012), while fostering a creative and enthousiastic working atmosphere in the lab. Current projects focus on the nuclear network that leads to the initiation of the process, how the transition steps are controlled by epigenetic mechanisms and what mechanisms enforcing cellular identity maintenance must be counteracted. C. elegans has proved a powerful model to unravel conserved principles underlying how a cell can naturally change its identity. For more information about the group, please visit: http://igbmc.fr/jarriault

Description

Our team is part of the Cell and Developmental Department, at the IGBMC, in Strasbourg, France. This Research Institute (www.igbmc.fr) provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant international research environment. The successful candidate should have a PhD (or be in the final stages of completion) and be highly motivated with a strong interest in Developmental and Stem Cells Biology. The ability to work both independently and as a team member and experience in the use of molecular biology and genetic techniques are essential. Experience in working with C. elegans is a plus. Note that a very good track record and at least one publication as a first author is required.

Additional Job Details

For more information about the group, please visit: http://igbmc.fr/jarriault