Job Description

Postdoctoral Research Scientist: Epigenetic Gene Regulation and Genomic imprinting
- Institute of Molecular Genetics of Montpellier, Montpellier, France

Description: We are looking for a postdoctoral scientist to work on an ANR funded collaborative programme focused on the epigenetic control of genomic imprinting in germ cells and during development.

The successful candidate will join the Imprinting and Development team within the dynamic setting of the Institute of Molecular Genetics in the Mediterranean city of Montpellier (Southern France). For recent references see EMBO J 26, 720; Nature Genet 36, 1296; Hum Mol Genet 15, 589, Nature Genet 37, 1274; Trends Genet 23 192.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD in developmental biology, genetics, or biochemistry, and knowledge of epigenetics is preferable.

Salary Details: Funding for this position is for two years initially. Starting salary (€2271 to €2853/month) will be according to qualifications and prior experience.  Starting date: January 2008, or later.

Application Details: Further information is provided by Dr Robert Feil, to whom applications can be sent accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae and the contact details of two references.

Institute of Molecular Genetics,
CNRS (UMR5535) and University of Montpellier,
1919 route de Mende, 34293 Montpellier, France.

Tel. ++33-467613663 / 3666

Closing Date: Check with institute