We are hiring!
ERC-funded postdoctoral position in Neuroscience Charrier lab - Ecole Normale Supérieure, Paris
The Charrier lab investigates the development and plasticity of synapses in cortical circuits, with a particular emphasis on their human-specific regulations (Assendorp et al., 2024; Christopoulou et al, 2024; Gemin et al. 2021, Fossati et al. 2019; Fossati et al., 2016). We are interested in understanding how human-specific genes and other human-specific modifiers of synapses impact the wiring of cortical circuits, our interactions with the environment through activity-dependent mechanisms, and the pathophysiology of neurodevelopmental disorders.
We are looking for highly motivated, independent and creative post-doctoral scientists to investigate the role of human-specific genes and synaptic organizers differentially regulated in humans in normal and pathological conditions.
The Biology Institute of the Ecole Normale Supérieure (IBENS, Inserm, CNRS, PSL Research University) provides an exceptional scientific environment and a vibrant international community for students and postdocs in the heart of Paris.
Requirements
PhD in Neuroscience or cellular and molecular biology. Experience in slice electrophysiology, synapse biology, neurodevelopment, microscopy, RNA biology or cortical organoids.
Applicants should have been awarded their PhD preferably within the last 3 years and should have a strong record of publications.
Start date: fall 2025
To apply, please contact Cécile Charrier at cecile.charrier at ens.psl.eu with your CV, a cover letter explaining your motivations and previous work, and three references for recommendation.
