Year: 2022

Technician Position in Spinal Cord Regeneration Research
Technician Position in Spinal Cord Regeneration Research
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The Cigliola laboratory invites applications for a Research Technician position at the Institute of Biology Valrose in Nice, France. Our lab uses zebrafish and mouse models to study Innate Mechanisms of Spinal Cord Regeneration. We are looking for highly motivated and ambitious candidates with interest for regenerative biology and neuroscience. Enthusiasm for working with animals is essential. Specialized training will be provided. The candidate will have the opportunity to figure as co-author on published manuscripts.

The Institute of Biology Valrose is a research Center of Excellence at the University of Côte d’Azur and offers a vibrant research environment with national and international scientists and collaborations (iBV). Nice is located on the French Riviera and offers amazing opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Technical duties include:

  • Zebrafish breeding, husbandry, and surgeries; molecular biology; generation of mutant or transgenic animals by microinjection.
  • Contribution to research studies, experiments, data collection and assays.
  • Maintenance of general lab supplies; ordering and preparation of reagents and solutions; assistancewith maintaining equipment and lab reagent inventories.
  • Review of laboratory methods manuals.
  • Implementation and supervision of laboratory safety procedures.Required qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field and at least 2-years previous experience in a research lab. The qualified candidate should have strong troubleshooting skills, should be motivated to learn new techniques, organized, and able to work effectively in a team environment. Previous experience with zebrafish is preferred (but not required). Candidates should be fluent in English, as it is the working language in the laboratory.

Please send your application in a single PDF, including (1) a cover letter that includes a description of research interests and experience, (2) CV and (3) contact information of 2 or more references to Valentina CIGLIOLA. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

PhD Student and Postdoc Positions in Spinal Cord Regeneration Research
PhD Student and Postdoc Positions in Spinal Cord Regeneration Research
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The Cigliola laboratory invites applications for PhD Student and Postdoc positions at the Institute of Biology Valrose in Nice, France. Our lab uses zebrafish and mouse models to study Mechanisms of Spinal Cord Regeneration.

While in adult mammals (including humans) spinal cord injury causes lifelong paralysis, zebrafish possess an astounding capacity to regenerate and recover function after a paralyzing injury. We are interested in the following questions: What are the factors and mechanisms allowing innate spinal cord regeneration to occur? How are these mechanisms regulated? Can regeneration in adult mammals be enhanced by re-establishment of innate pro-regenerative programs?

We are looking for curiosity-driven, motivated and ambitious candidates with interest for regenerative biology and neuroscience. We strongly value team spirit, a positive work environment and collaborations. Enthusiasm for working with zebrafish and/or mice is essential. Candidates should be fluent in English, as it is the working language in the laboratory.

The Institute of Biology Valrose is a research Center of Excellence at the University of Côte d’Azur and offers a vibrant research environment with national and international scientists and collaborations (iBV). Nice is located on the French Riviera and offers amazing opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Please send your application in a single PDF, including (1) a cover letter that includes a description of research interests and experience, (2) CV and (3) contact information of 2 or more references to Valentina CIGLIOLA. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

Group leader position on “Systems Genomics Approaches for the Study of Neuronal pathologies” available at the Institut de Biologie Valrose, Nice, France
Group leader position on “Systems Genomics Approaches for the Study of Neuronal pathologies” available at the Institut de Biologie Valrose, Nice, France
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A Group leader position is open at the Institut de Biologie Valrose (iBV), Nice, France. We are seeking a candidate developing independent research on the molecular bases of neuronal pathologies, combining systems-level approaches with functional studies aimed at the mechanistic understanding of these pathologies.

The candidate will benefit from dedicated lab and office spaces, as well as from free access to the iBV state-of-the-art technology platforms, including microscopy infrastructure, cytometry, histology, bioinformatics, synthetic biology and animal facilities for various model organisms. He/she will be strongly supported by the iBV to obtain an institutional permanent position and apply for a competitive starting package.

 

The iBV is an internationally recognized institute, presently hosting 26 research groups, with about 30 different nationalities, using English as a working language (http://ibv.unice.fr/).

Research at the iBV is dedicated to deciphering the basic principles of biology involved in health and disease. To this aim, iBV researchers use a wide range of biological model systems (yeast, worm, sea urchin, fly, zebrafish, mouse and organoids) as well as human tissues and patient-derived material. In the context of this call, the iBV is looking for a researcher with a strong track record and a potential to establish collaborative networks with clinicians working locally. He/she will also contribute to University initiatives aimed at strengthening local expertise in complex data analysis.

 

Interested candidates should send their application to Stéphane Noselli (Stephane.NOSELLI@univ-cotedazur.fr) and Florence Besse (Florence.BESSE@univ-cotedazur.fr) before the 23rd of September. Applications should be submitted as a single pdf and contain a curriculum vitae with 2-3 reference contacts, a short description of achievements and a research program of maximum 5 pages.