An Assistant Engineer position is available in the group “Cellular Sex and Physiology” at the Institute of Biology Valrose (iBV) in Nice, France. Our research focuses on developmental, metabolic, and behavioural sex differences, with the goal of understanding how sex chromosome constitution (XX versus XY) influences physiology across the body.

We are currently uncovering new genes, pathways, and conceptual frameworks driving sex chromosome effects, using multi-scale approaches that integrate biochemistry, genetics, and cell biology. Our model system is the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster (see Hudry et al., 2019 Cell; Delanoue et al., 2023 Nat Ecol Evol; François et al., 2023 Nat Commun; Hérault et al., 2024 Nat Commun). More information is available on our lab webpage (http://ibv.unice.fr/research-team/hudry/).

This position is funded by an ERC Consolidator Grant for 3 years. We seek a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in evolution and developmental biology. The work will involve biochemistry and molecular biology experiments, as well as embryo microinjection for Drosophila transgenesis. Team spirit and a positive, collaborative attitude are highly valued in our group.

The Institute of Biology Valrose (27 research teams, ~300 people, 25 nationalities) offers an international and dynamic scientific environment. English is the working language. The institute provides state-of-the-art core facilities and fosters a collaborative and stimulating atmosphere in a beautiful city and region.

If you are interested, please contact Bruno Hudry (Bruno.Hudry@univ-cotedazur.fr) with your CV, a brief description of your expertise, and up to three recommendation contacts.