Postdoctoral researcher (M/F) – Shigella vaccine development

Job Description

Missions

As part of an Equipe FRM funded project (2026–2029), Dr Benoit Marteyn's laboratory (IBMC, CNRS Unit 9002) is recruiting an experienced full-time researcher to contribute to research into the development of vaccines against Shigella. The successful candidate (M/F) will evaluate the immunogenicity (IgG production, T-cell activation) of several vaccine candidates currently under development within the team or provided by collaborating teams (protein complexes, mRNA-LNP) in a murine model of shigellosis. The candidate will assess the protection conferred by these vaccine candidates against various endemic strains of Shigella.
The project will be carried out at the Institute of Molecular and Cellular Biology (IBMC, University of Strasbourg) in collaboration with partner teams at ART-ARN (Inserm Orléans) and the Pasteur Institute.

Activity

• Conduct independent research on the chosen topic
• Design, perform, and interpret experiments
• Present results to the scientific community
• Write and publish scientific articles
• Submit grant applications
• Communicate findings at national and international conferences
• Mentor students and supervise the writing of reports and manuscripts
• Supervise and train interns and PhD students

Your Profil

Skills

The candidate (M/F) will have solid experience in animal experimentation (at the level of experimenter or even study designer) in the field of vaccination. The following skills are also required
- Previous international experience.
- Proficiency in flow cytometry, microscopy and key biochemical techniques
- Ability to acquire new technical skills specific to research projects
- Proficiency in scientific English (B2 level)
- Ability to adhere to ethical research practices

Your Work Environment

The position is based at the IBMC, located on the campus of the University of Strasbourg (close to the city center, easily accessible by public transport, with access to university dining facilities). The IBMC is a CNRS institute, part of the French national research organization employing 30,000 researchers. It hosts more than two hundred researchers, faculty members, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral fellows, and Master's or PhD students. The IBMC comprises 20 research teams, with main research areas in infection, immunity, and biochemistry.
As part of the project, assignments will be carried out at the Institut Pasteur and will be fully covered.
All necessary resources will be provided (office space, computing equipment, instrumentation), including a bench in a laboratory.
The initial contract is for 1 year and may be renewed for up to 3 years.

Constraints and risks

Exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Work will take place in a contained environment (access to BSL-2 laboratories and A3 animal facilities). On-call duties, shifted working hours, and weekend work may be required. Working hours will be organized and adjusted according to experimental constraints.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

From 3071 € gross per month, depending on experience

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

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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