UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 15,500 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.
Candidates are invited to apply for a postdoctoral position in the laboratory of Prof. Claudia Bagni, at the Department of Fundamental Neurosciences (DNF) of the University of Lausanne.
The Bagni lab (wwwfbm.unil.ch/dnf/group/cellular-and-molecular-studies-of-synaptic-plasticity-and-cancer-in-intellectual-disabilities/member/bagni-claudia-bagni) conducts cutting edge research in neuroscience with broad relevance to brain function/s and dysfunction/s in the context of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and fragile X syndrome (FXS). We use state-of-the-art molecular, cellular and imaging techniques in diverse model systems - from flies to humans, placing our group in a unique position to tackle mechanisms of behavioural and molecular brain (dys)functions.
Expected start date: to be agreed
Duration: 1 year, renewable for 2 years
Activity rate: 100%
Workplace: City of Lausanne, quartier UNIL-Bugnon, DNF
The postdoctoral fellow will study sensory dysfunctions in ASDs in the context of a recently funded project under the umbrella of the NEURON JTC 2020 "Sensory Disorders". The successful candidate will investigate the contribution of 3 ASD risk genes to sensory processing. He/she will use fly and mouse models to address how the different senses shape ASD-like behaviors and to identify the molecular signature of two sensory functions.
PhD in neuroscience or in cellular and molecular biology.
Highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist.
Experience in mRNA metabolism, brain development and/or brain organoids, electrophysiology and/or mouse behavior.
Passion for science, creativity, good communication skills and ability to be a team player are mandatory.
Fluency in English (oral and written)
We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment and plenty of opportunities for further professional training.
Annick Crevoisier
Department of Fundamental Neurosciences
University of Lausanne
Rue du Bugnon 9
1005 Lausanne, Switzerland
email: Annick.Crevoisier@unil.ch
Deadline: June 1st, 2021
Please, send your full application in a pdf-file.
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