Cell Biologist (M/F) specialized in chromatin dynamics

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research organization in France is seeking a cell biologist specialized in chromatin dynamics. This role involves conducting experiments to understand histone variants and chromatin modifications and developing personal research projects using laboratory tools. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with a team of researchers and engage in scientific communications. Applicants should possess excellent knowledge in cell and molecular biology, strong project leadership abilities, and fluency in English. This is a full-time temporary position starting March 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of chromatin, histone variants, and epigenetic regulation.
• Strong background in cell and molecular biology.
• Proficiency in biochemical techniques applied to chromatin.
• Experience in cell imaging.
• Good knowledge of -omics approaches.
• Ability to lead a project independently.
• Very good command of English and strong scientific communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Conduct experiments on histone variants and chromatin modifications.
• Develop own research focus using laboratory tools.
• Collaborate with team members and technology platforms.
• Participate in scientific meetings and workshops.

Connaissances

Expertise in chromatin dynamics

Background in cell and molecular biology

Biochemical techniques (co-IP, ChIP)

Experience in cell imaging

Knowledge of -omics approaches

Project leadership

Fluent English

Formation

PhD in a relevant field

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Dynamique du noyau Research Field Biological sciences Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country France Application Deadline 7 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Mar 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

We are looking for a cell biologist specialized in chromatin dynamics to contribute to the laboratory's projects, particularly within the Cell-ID program. The successful candidate will conduct experiments aimed at understanding the impact of histone variants, chromatin modifications, and nuclear organization on cell identity and its alterations.

The candidate will work closely with the researchers in the team to implement approaches in cell biology, imaging, and epigenomics (cell culture, genetic manipulations, replication marking, nuclear analyses, microscopy). They will have the opportunity to develop their own research focus using the laboratory's tools and models.
They will interact with technology platforms and other teams at Institut Curie, and participate in scientific meetings, workshops, and thematic clubs to foster exchanges and collaborations.

International Research Lab - Nuclear Dynamics / UMR 3664 located in the campus of Institut Curie - Paris 5.
Chromatin Dynamics Team

• Excellent knowledge of chromatin, histone variants, and epigenetic regulation.
• Strong background in cell and molecular biology.
• Proficiency in biochemical techniques applied to chromatin: purification of nuclear protein complexes, co-IP, ChIP.
• Experience in cell imaging.
• Good knowledge of -omics approaches (epigenomics/transcriptomics).
• Ability to lead a project independently while working collaboratively.
• Very good command of English and strong scientific communication skills.