Conducting and Completing a Research Project in Neurophysiology

Researcher (R2) Application Deadline: 1 Dec 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Country: France Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 35 Offer Starting Date: 1 Jan 2027 EU Research Framework Programme: Not funded by a EU programme Staff position within a Research Infrastructure: No Offer Description Conducting and Completing a Research Project in Neurophysiology Manipulations expérimentales sur cultures cellulaires et préparations de tissus nerveux. The candidate will join Pierre Paoletti's team at the Institute of Biology of the École Normale Supérieure (IBENS), a research center affiliated with the ENS, the CNRS, and INSERM. The team is internationally renowned in the field of molecular and cellular neuroscience, particularly in the study of the function and pharmacology of glutamate receptors (iGluRs). It is based on the development of a multiscale approach that combines protein engineering with synaptic physiology. The lab is well-funded and involved in an extensive network of local, national, and international collaborations. The working language is English. IBENS is an internationally recognized institute dedicated to basic research in biology across four main areas (neuroscience, genetics & genomics, cell and developmental biology, neuroscience, ecology, and evolution) and state-of-the-art technological platforms. Located in the heart of Paris (5th arrondissement), IBENS offers an excellent, dynamic, and welcoming work environment. Where to apply https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR8197-VALHER-268/Default.aspx Requirements Research Field: Neurosciences Education Level: PhD or equivalent Research Field: Biological sciences Education Level: PhD or equivalent Languages: FRENCH — Basic Research Field: Neurosciences — Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4 Research Field: Biological sciences — Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4 Additional Information Eligibility criteria Expertise in cellular electrophysiology, biology, and pharmacology of neurotransmission. Immunohistochemistry, use of pharmacological and genetic tools, handling of nervous tissue, and monitoring of rodent strains. Strong writing skills in English Website for additional job details: https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR8197-VALHER-268/Default.aspx Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: Institut de biologie de l'Ecole Normale Supérieure Country: France City: PARIS 05 Contact City: PARIS 05 Website: http://www.ibens.ens.fr/