Postdoctoral Research Fellow

(R1) Positions: Postdoc Positions Application Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 - 14:25 (Europe/Paris) Country: France Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 40 Offer Starting Date: 1 Apr 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 The "Neural Regulation of Immunity" Laboratory at the Centre d’Immunologie de Marseille-Luminy (CIML), France, is seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our dynamic research team. The successful candidate will lead an innovative research project funded by the Impulscience Grant from the Bettencourt-Schueller Foundation . The project aims to investigate how sensory neurons regulate immune cell function during inflammation , using both mouse models and human cellular systems. This work is expected to uncover fundamental neuro-immune mechanisms and may open new therapeutic avenues for inflammatory diseases. Where to apply E-mail: ugolini@ciml.univ-mrs.fr Requirements Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology Education Level: PhD or equivalent Skills/Qualifications The position requires strong experience with several of the following techniques: animal experimentation, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, transcriptomics, and primary cell culture. Specific Requirements Lead experimental research The fellow will design and implement an independent research strategy to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms through which neurons modulate immune cell activity in mouse models of inflammation. Languages: ENGLISH Level: Good Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4 Internal Application form(s) needed: Annonce Post-doc 2026_0.pdf (English, 124.4 KB - PDF) Additional Information Benefits This position offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious researcher to develop scientific independence and contribute to a high-impact project in the rapidly growing field of neuro-immunology. Eligibility criteria A PhD in immunology, neuroscience, or a related field Strong expertise in immune biology , particularly in the context of inflammatory diseases using mouse models Experience with human primary cell culture (considered an advantage) Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills A strong publication record and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively Selection process Please submit your application by email to ugolini@ciml.univ-mrs.fr . Applications should include: A curriculum vitae A cover letter describing research interests and experience Contact information for three references Website for additional job details: https://ciml.univ-mrs.fr/fr/team/la-regulation-neuronale-de-limmunite/ Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: Centre d'Immunologie de Marseille-Luminy Country: France City: Marseille Postal Code: 13288 Street: CIML- Campus de Luminy- Case 906 Contact State/Province: France City: Marseille Website: https://ciml.univ-mrs.fr/fr/team/la-regulation-neuronale-de-limmunite/ Street: Avenue de Luminy Postal Code: 13288 E-Mail: ugolini@ciml.univ-mrs.fr Phone: 0614142879