Neuroscience Researcher: “Study of the structure and function of Neuroligin-1 in astrocytes” (M/F)

CNRS, France

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Bordeaux, AQUITAINE
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 09 Jul 2026

19 Jun 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company

CNRS
Department

Institut Interdisciplinaire de Neurosciences
Research Field

Neurosciences
Biological sciences
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Application Deadline

9 Jul 2026 - 23:59 (UTC)
Country

France
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

35
Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The postdoctoral researcher will investigate the role of a cell adhesion protein,
neuroligin-1, in communication between neurons and astrocytes in hippocampal circuits, and will examine the impact of autism-associated mutations. To achieve this objective, they will develop an in vivo approach aimed at manipulating and visualising neuroligin-1.

The candidate will carry out electrophysiology and microscopy experiments (expansion, confocal and calcium imaging) on mouse brain slices. They will be responsible for supervising Master's students in the performance of immunohistochemistry experiments. They will be required to develop an experimental strategy for the in vivo manipulation and labelling of endogenous proteins (stereotaxic virus injections). They will analyse the data, help to prepare it for publication in the form of articles, and present the results at national and international conferences.

Established on 1 January 2011, the Interdisciplinary Institute of Neurosciences (IINS) is a joint research unit affiliated with the CNRS and the University of Bordeaux. With a staff of 170 people spread across 13 teams, the IINS brings together multidisciplinary expertise to study the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in brain activity. The Institute develops innovative methods in imaging, chemistry, physiology and computing. As part of Bordeaux Neurocampus, the IINS is one of the key players in the neuroscience community in Aquitaine.


Where to apply
Website
https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR5297-MELDES0-318/Default.aspx

Requirements
Research Field
Neurosciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Research Field
Biological sciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Languages
FRENCH
Level
Basic

Research Field
Neurosciences
Years of Research Experience
None

Research Field
Biological sciences
Years of Research Experience
None

Additional Information
Eligibility criteria

Surgery, microscopy, electrophysiology (patch-clamp), with a strong interest in cellular and molecular neurobiology. The ability to supervise and train others is required. A good command of English (spoken and written) is essential.


Website for additional job details

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR5297-MELDES0-318/Default.aspx

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Institut Interdisciplinaire de Neurosciences
Country
France
City
BORDEAUX

Contact
City

BORDEAUX
Website

http://www.iins.u-bordeaux.fr/?lang=en

STATUS: EXPIRED

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