Investigate the function of a membrane receptor in obesity

European Commission; France; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institute in Paris seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to explore the role of GPCRs in obesity and type 2 diabetes. This position involves conducting advanced cellular and in vivo experiments, requiring expertise in cell biology and relevant research methodologies. Join this important project contributing to tackling public health challenges associated with obesity and diabetes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-4 years of research experience in biological sciences.
• Strong organization, analytical skills, and experience with data analysis tools.
• Curiosity and motivation for scientific projects are essential.

Responsabilités

• Conduct research using cellular and in vivo experimentation.
• Focus on the role of GPCR in obesity and diabetes.

Connaissances

Cell biology

Mammalian cell culture

Obesity research

Type 2 diabetes research

Gene expression analysis

Western blot

Immunofluorescence

Microscopy imaging

Mouse experimentation

Primary culture of adipocytes

Formation

PhD or equivalent

Description du poste

Organisation/Company Inserm - Institut Cochin Department Endocrinology Metabolism Diabetes Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Postdoc Positions Country France Application Deadline 1 Sep 2025 - 00:00 (Europe/Brussels) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Sep 2025 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

Obesity, overweight, and type 2 diabetes (T2D) are major public health concerns. Adipose tissue stores excess energy as fat and acts as an endocrine organ, releasing hormones and inflammatory molecules that influence metabolism, appetite, and insulin sensitivity. Our research focuses specifically on the function of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) involved in obesity/diabetes. GPCRs are of significant therapeutic interest because they can be easily targeted by drugs. We are seeking a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Researcher to join a funded project aimed at uncovering the role of a GPCR in obesity and diabetes, using cellular and in vivo experimentation.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Biological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Expertise in cell biology, mammalian cell culture
• Expertise in obesity and type 2 diabetes would be appreciated
• Experience in analysis of gene expression by RT-qPCR, detection of protein by western-blot and by immunofluorescence
• Experience in microscopy imaging (confocal)
• Experience in basic mouse experimentation.
• Experience in primary culture of adipocytes would be appreciated

Specific Requirements

• Curiosity and Motivation for scientific projects
• Strong organization and scientific rigor skills
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis tools

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Internal Application form(s) needed

Post-Doc in Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes_2025.pdf

The applications will be considered as soon as they arrive (selection and interview)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institut Cochin, French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (Inserm) Country France City PARIS Postal Code 75014 Street 22 rue Mechain Geofield