Postdoctoral Position: Addressing the mechanical evolution of colorectal cancer

Biomedical engineering; Computer science » Programming Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions: Postdoc Positions Application Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Paris) Country: France Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Horizon Europe - ERC Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No Offer Description The "Tumor Dynamics and Plasticity" group is a newly established research team at Institut Gustave Roussy (Villejuif, Paris) , led by Carlos Pérez-González. Our goal is to understand how mechanochemical signals regulate tumor cell state patterning and how these processes drive tumor progression and clinical outcome. With the help of our recent ERC Starting Grant, we are building a multidisciplinary team at the interface of biology and physics, integrating mechanobiology, quantitative imaging and transcriptomics in organoids and tumors. Located within the largest cancer hospital in Europe, our lab benefits from access to patient-derived organoids, clinical samples, and oncology expertise. We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in quantitative biology or bioinformatics. The candidate will develop multidisciplinary research bridging tissue mechanics and transcriptomics, with the goal of understanding how mechanical signals guide cancer cell plasticity. The project will involve developing pipelines to combine organoid force measurements with spatial omics approaches. Ideally, the candidate should be interested in both wet- and dry-lab research, but wet-lab experience is not required. Where to apply E-mail: carlos.perezgonzalez@gustaveroussy.fr Requirements Research Field: Physics » Biophysics — Education Level: PhD or equivalent Research Field: Biological sciences » Biological engineering — Education Level: PhD or equivalent Skills/Qualifications Ideally, the candidate has experience in quantitative biology and bioinformatic analysis, including: Image analysis (cell segmentation, tracking, morphometry analysis) Spatial transcriptomics Single-cell sequencing Our ambition is to create a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating research environment where scientific curiosity thrives. We value collaboration, intellectual rigor, and creativity, and we are committed to fostering a positive atmosphere in which team members can grow scientifically and personally. Specific Requirements If you are interested, please send the following documents to carlos.perezgonzalez@gustaveroussy.fr by November 15th: Motivation letter CV Contact details of references who can provide recommendations All applicants will be notified of the outcome after the application deadline. Languages: ENGLISH — Level: Excellent Additional Information Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: INSTITUT GUSTAVE ROUSSY Country: France State/Province: Ile-de-France City: VILLEJUIF Postal Code: 94805 Street: Rue Camille Desmoulins 39 Contact City: VILLEJUIF Website: https://www.gustaveroussy.fr/fr/umr-1279 Street: Rue Camille Desmoulins 39 Postal Code: 94805 E-Mail: carlos.perezgonzalez@gustaveroussy.fr Phone: 0749296086