Contract for a biology engineer in Marseille (M/F)
New
- IT in FTC
- 24 mounth
- BAC+5
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Institut des Sciences Moléculaires de Marseille
Contract Type
IT in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
13397 MARSEILLE 13
Contract Duration
24 mounth
Date of Hire
01/06/2026
Remuneration
between 2 159,74 € and 2 835,42 € monthly gross
Apply Application Deadline : 01 April 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
A fixed-term contract for an Engineer (M/F) is available at the Institute of Molecular Sciences of Marseille (iSm2, UMR 7313) as part of a project funded by the PEPR BBEST. The start date is scheduled for spring-summer 2026.
The project focuses on a copper metalloenzyme in the context of the valorization of recalcitrant biomass for applications in bio-based chemistry and the bioeconomy.
The candidate will carry out the heterologous production of enzymes in E. coli as well as their characterization using conventional biochemical techniques. He/she will also prepare mutants by directed mutagenesis.
Activity
The candidate will be involved in the following tasks:
• Molecular biology: construction of mutants, cloning.
• Production of recombinant proteins in E. coli.
• Protein purification: use of chromatographic techniques (FPLC), purity control, SDS-PAGE gels, characterization.
• Biochemical and functional characterizations: performing enzyme activity tests & spectroscopic analyses.
Your Profil
Skills
Highly motivated candidates (holders of a Master's degree or equivalent) with training in biology, microbiology, and/or biochemistry are encouraged to apply. Previous laboratory experience in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or any other field that may be useful to the project would be valuable but is not mandatory.
Your Work Environment
The project will be carried out as part of a project funded by France 2030 and PEPR B-BEST (PuLCO; ANR-24-PEBB-0009). The candidate will join the Biosciences group at iSm2 (Marseille), located on the Saint-Jérôme campus of Aix Marseille University. The group has extensive expertise in the study of metalloenzymes. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment at the interface between chemistry and biology.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
between 2 159,74 € and 2 835,42 € monthly gross
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR7313-ARISIM-013 |
|---|---|
| Line of business | Life, Earth and Environmental Sciences |
| Job Type | Biological Laboratory Engineer |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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