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Researcher in molecular parasitology

INSERM · State civil service

En français : Chercheur·e en parasitologie moléculaire

This job in plain words

You will work at the Institute for Advanced Biosciences (IAB) in Grenoble, in Inserm unit U1209. The job focuses on the molecular mechanisms that control sexual differentiation in the parasite Toxoplasma gondii.

Open to non-civil servants

Can you apply?

The job is open only to contract agents. No other conditions are stated.

Category
Category A (executive)
Diploma
Ph.D. · PhD in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology or related fields
Experience
Research laboratory experience expected; experience in parasitology, microbiology or molecular genetics is a plus
Contract
Contract agents only. Contract type and length not stated

The profile they want:

  • Knowledge of molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology or parasitology.
  • Skills in cell culture and molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning).
  • Experience in an academic or private research laboratory.
  • Rigour, independence in running experiments, and good organisation.
  • Analysis and synthesis skills, with good communication skills.
  • Motivation for basic research.

What you would do

  • Culture and handle Toxoplasma gondii parasites and host cells.
  • Carry out molecular genetics experiments (CRISPR-Cas9, cloning, genotyping).
  • Perform immunofluorescence and microscopy analyses.
  • Prepare samples for RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq and proteomics.
  • Analyse and interpret experimental results.
  • Write scientific reports and present results at team meetings.

How to apply

Apply using the « Postuler » button on the offer, on the official Choisir le Service Public website.

Good to know:

  • Category A position, vacant from 1 October 2026.
  • Work in an internationally recognised laboratory, with French and foreign partners.
  • Project aimed at developing alternatives to animal use.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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