Post-doctoral position in molecular biology/radiobiology

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Caen, BASSE NORMANDIE
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 01 Feb 2024

30 Dec 2023
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Université de Caen Normandie
Department

ABTE
Research Field

Biological sciences » Other
Biological sciences
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

France
Application Deadline

1 Feb 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

35
Offer Starting Date

1 Mar 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020
Reference Number

847707
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and focused individual to join ABTE (EA4651), laboratory ToxEMAC, Caen, France, for post-doctoral studies under supervision of Professor Siamak Haghdoost and Dr. Carine Laurent, University of Caen Normandie, France within radiobiology work package of the HARMONIC project. The European project HARMONIC is funded by the European Union within the framework of the Horizon 2020.

Description

The successful applicant will utilize state-of-the-art approaches aimed at obtaining a fundamental molecular understanding of mechanisms of exposure to radiation for pediatric radiotherapy purpose and find biomarkers of individual radio-sensitivity for personalized radiotherapy. The project will be focused on the effect of proton and photon radiotherapy in pediatric oncology patients as well as pediatric patients undergo cardiac fluoroscopy. Analyses will be performed on blood, saliva and cell samples from patients as well as on in vitro irradiated cells. The approaches will be used in the study include translational, transcriptional response and gene regulation. 

The responsability of the applicant include carrying out research projects, supervising students and joining different scientific activities in the laboratory.


Requirements
Research Field
Biological sciences » Other
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Requirements

The applicant must hold a doctoral degree from any country in Europe or an equivalent degree from other country. The applicant must have received a doctoral degree from an accredited college/university in the field of cell biology, biochemistry, radiobiology or molecular biology/genetics. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in radiobiology. Work experiences; in molecular biology laboratory, with methods for detection of protein and oxidative stress biomarkers in plasma, saliva and cells as well as previous experiences in supervising students are of advantages. Good English language skills, both written and spoken, are of important.

 


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Languages
FRENCH

Research Field
Biological sciences
Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

Date of recruitment: 01/3/2024 Type of contract: The position involves full-time employment for a maximum of 8 months at ABTE (EA4651), laboratory ToxEMAC. 

Status: Post-doctoral position
Gross Salary: Min. of 3 000€/month  (without employer contribution)


Selection process
 

Application
 

Please include the following information with your application

  • Your contact details and personal data*
  • Your highest degree*
  • Your language skills
  • Contact details for 2–3 references

 

and, in addition, please include the following documents

  • Cover letter*
  • CV* – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of publications
  • Copy of PhD diploma*
  • Letters of recommendation (no more than 3 files)
  • Publications in support of your application (no more than 3 files).

 


Items marked with an asterisk (*) are obligatory


Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Université de Caen Normandie, laboratoire ABTE
Country
France
State/Province
Normandy
City
Caen
Postal Code
14032
Street
2 boulevard Maréchal Juin
Geofield


Where to apply
E-mail

[email protected]

Contact
State/Province

Calvados
City

Caen
Website

http://www.unicaen.fr
Street

Esplanade de la Paix 14032 CAEN CEDEX
Postal Code

CS 14032
E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED