Post doc position in single-molecule biophysics

France-BioImaging; Montpellier; On-site; EUR 24,552 - 26,560; Full time

Job summary

Institut de Génétique Humaine (IGH, CNRS/UM) invites applications for a researcher to join a new group developing single‑molecule imaging approaches to study RNA‑protein dynamics in living cells.

The role focuses on designing/performing live‑cell single‑molecule imaging experiments, optimizing nanostructure‑based platforms, and analyzing translation dynamics. A PhD in biophysics or a related field is required; fluorescence imaging experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• PhD in biophysics, molecular biology or related field.
• Experience in fluorescence microscopy or quantitative imaging approaches is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct advanced live‑cell single‑molecule imaging experiments to dissect RNA‑protein dynamics, with a focus on mRNA translation regulation.
• Optimize nanostructure‑based live‑cell imaging platforms.
• Execute experiments on translation dynamics.
• Analyze single‑molecule trajectories and quantify molecular interactions.
• Integrate within the host laboratory and collaborate with local partners.
• Participate in the preparation of funding applications, supporting the project leader.

Skills

Live-cell imaging

Single-molecule imaging

Data analysis

Education

PhD in biophysics or molecular biology

Job description

Position

Institut de Génétique Humaine (IGH, CNRS/UM) is an internationally recognized research institute focusing on gene expression, RNA biology, and genome regulation. The recruited researcher will join a newly established research group developing single‑molecule imaging approaches to study RNA‑protein dynamics in living cells.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct advanced live‑cell single‑molecule imaging experiments to dissect RNA‑protein dynamics, with a focus on mRNA translation regulation.
• Optimize nanostructure‑based live‑cell imaging platforms.
• Execute experiments on translation dynamics.
• Analyze single‑molecule trajectories and quantify molecular interactions.
• Integrate within the host laboratory and collaborate with local partners.
• Participate in the preparation of funding applications, supporting the project leader.

Qualifications

PhD in biophysics, molecular biology or a related field. Experience in fluorescence microscopy or quantitative imaging approaches is an advantage.

Compensation and Contract

Net monthly salary €2,200‑€2,380. Contract duration: 18 months. Location: 163 Rue Auguste Broussonnet, Montpellier, France.

Contact

Send CV, publications, summary and references to Sora Yang at [e-mail].