Postdoc position Lung plasma cells

CNRS – Inserm – Aix Marseille University; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A research institution in France is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to investigate tissue-resident plasma cells in the lungs following infection. Using advanced immunology techniques, you will understand the functional roles of these cells during and after infection. A PhD in a related field and strong background in B cell biology are required. The role offers competitive salary and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Prestations

Competitive postdoctoral salary

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• PhD in immunology, microbiology, or a related field.
• Strong background in B cell biology, adaptive immunity, or infectious disease models.
• Experience with mouse models, flow cytometry, or molecular biology techniques is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Responsabilités

• Investigate tissue-resident plasma cells in the lungs following infection.
• Dissect cellular and molecular mechanisms governing tissue-specific humoral immunity.

Connaissances

B cell biology

Adaptive immunity

Infectious disease models

Mouse models

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology techniques

Excellent communication skills

Formation

PhD in immunology, microbiology, or a related field

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS – Inserm – Aix Marseille University Department Centre d'Immunologie de Marseille Luminy Research Field Biological sciences » Laboratory animal science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country France Application Deadline 10 Dec 2025 - 14:48 (Europe/Paris) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 2 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon 2020 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The laboratory of Mauro Gaya at the Centre d’Immunologie de Marseille-Luminy (CIML), Marseille, France is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to investigate tissue-resident plasma cells in the lungs following infection.

Project Description

The project focuses on understanding the development, maintenance, and functional roles of lung-resident plasma cells during and after infection. Using state-of-the-art immunology techniques, including flow cytometry, single-cell sequencing, and in vivo models, the candidate will dissect the cellular and molecular mechanisms governing tissue-specific humoral immunity.

Requirements

• A PhD in immunology, microbiology, or a related field.
• Strong background in B cell biology, adaptive immunity, or infectious disease models.
• Experience with mouse models, flow cytometry, or molecular biology techniques is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Offer

• Competitive postdoctoral salary according to French regulations.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies at CIML.
• A stimulating, international research environment with opportunities for professional development.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Biological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Additional Information

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Centre d'Immunologie de Marseille Luminy (CIML) Country France Geofield