ENGINEER POSITION AVAILABLE (M/F)

INSERM; France; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institute in France is seeking an ENGINEER fellow to join the Jeanneteau lab focused on understanding depression. You will conduct various biological techniques and experiment with animal models, contributing to innovative research projects. A Master's degree in neuroscience and a strong motivation for research are required. The position is full-time, with a contract of up to 5 years and a stimulating research environment that encourages professional growth.

Prestations

Opportunities for professional development

Position in a stimulating research environment

Salary according to INSERM scale

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in neuroscience or related field required.
• Strong interest in research on depression.
• Ability to communicate results in English and French.

Responsabilités

• Conduct biological techniques specific to neuroscience.
• Conduct experiments on animal models.
• Monitor and develop new protocols.

Connaissances

Research on depression

Experience with mouse behavior

Clear communication in English

Organizational skills

Problem-solving attitude

Formation

Master’s degree in neuroscience or related field

Description du poste

Biological sciences » Laboratory animal science

Organisation / Company

INSERM Department U1191

Country: France

Job Details

Type of Contract: Temporary (Full‑time, 35h/week)

Application Deadline: 27 Feb 2026 – 12:00 (Europe/Paris)

Starting Date: 2 Mar 2026 (earliest possible start date is by the 1st semester of 2026)

Offer Description

The Jeanneteau lab (https://jeanneteau-lab.cnrs.fr/) is looking for an ENGINEER fellow. We study the adaptive mechanisms of neural circuits involved in vulnerability to depression and resistance to treatment. The EraNet Neuron JT3 funded research program CLEVER (https://www.neuron-eranet.eu/projects/CLEVER/) will lay the foundation for exploring metabolic individuality in brain disorders. A definition of human metabolic individuality associated with personalized disease traits will help diagnosis and treatment. Risk to neurological conditions can be linked to metabolic endpoints. Can the treatment of such metabolic endpoints alleviate these conditions? Is there a link between genetic risks factors to depression and metabolic endpoints? The project will define trait‑specific metabotypes and approaches for therapeutic targeting. It will demonstrate where the fields of genomics and metabolomics meet with potential benefits for diagnosis.

Responsibilities and Activities

• Conduct and implement a range of biological techniques within the framework of research projects, including techniques specific to neuroscience (central nervous system surgery, optogenetics, biological assays, histological, immunological, biochemical, and molecular biology techniques).
• Conduct experiments on animal models (animal behaviour and neuroimaging).
• Monitor technical developments in the field and participate in the development of new protocols.
• Record and format results; implement, enforce, and provide training on regulations related to experimental activities; stay informed of their evolution.
• Develop, adapt, and refine complex biological protocols.
• Train students and junior researchers in the techniques necessary for the advancement of their work.
• Manage inventory and orders, and purchase small equipment.
• Monitor facilities; perform basic maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment.
• Manage the team's biological equipment and supplies, place orders, and train new members.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in neuroscience or a related field and experience with mouse behaviour are required.
• Strong interest in research on depression.
• Highly intrinsically motivated, creative, dedicated, and critical thinker.
• Ability to clearly communicate research results to other lab members and scientists.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; ability to communicate experimental data in French and English.
• Team player who can work independently in an international team.
• Proactive, flexible, and problem‑solving attitude.
• Organizational skills and ability to plan experiments.

What We Offer

• A multifaceted academic position in a stimulating research environment, with multiple opportunities to broaden your expertise and where quality, professionalism and team spirit are encouraged.
• A full‑time contract of up to 5 years on the recently awarded Eranet Neuron JT3 CLEVER project.
• Salary will be in line with the INSERM salary scale for assistant engineer.
• Early start possible by the 1st semester of 2026.

Context of the Team

Freddy JEANNETEAU’s team (Stress, hormones and plasticity), initially created as the Atip‑AVENIR Team, then consolidated as the FRM Team at the interface of the two departments of the IGF (neuroscience and cancer physiology/biology), contributes significantly to the unit’s international visibility. The team includes a researcher, a university hospital professor, and a university lecturer. The team is very dynamic and creative in its technological and experimental approaches. It enjoys leading international visibility, as evidenced by the publication of 8 scientific articles in top‑tier journals (IF>10) since its creation in 2013. An assistant engineer is essential to ensure the implementation of innovative technologies in the field, the development of complex experiments, the supervision and training of staff on fixed‑term contracts, the management of inventory and equipment, and to respond to the numerous requests generated by the team’s various collaborations.

Research Field & Skills

Biological sciences » Laboratory animal science

Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent

Years of Research Experience: None

Skills/Qualifications:

• Organizational skills and ability to plan experiments.
• Ability to communicate experimental data in French and English.

Location

Institute of functional genomics, University of Montpellier, 141 rue de la Cardonille, 34094 Montpellier, France.