Posdoctoral researcher in toxin susceptibility and evolution of resistance in insects
vor 1 Woche
Introduction The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where around 15,000 students and 5,000 researchers, collaborators, and professors work and study. Situated along the shores of Lake Léman, near Lausanne’s city centre, its campuses bring together over 120 nationalities. Presentation Prof. Richard Benton () at the Center for Integrative Genomics at UNIL is seeking a post-doctoral researcher with a strong background and/or interest in molecular biology and bioinformatics, eco-toxicology and evolutionary biology. Job information Expected start date in position : / to be agreed Contract length : 1 year, renewable Activity rate : 100% Workplace : University of Lausanne, Dorigny Campus Your responsibilities The Benton Lab has launched a new research project to investigate the genetic basis of toxin susceptibility and evolution of resistance in insects, using Drosophila – from cell lines to animals – as a model system. We are seeking a post-doctoral fellow to establish CRISPR-based screening methods in insect cell lines to identify novel genes required for the susceptibility or resistance to toxic chemicals. Hits from these screens will be further characterised through genetic approaches in vivo. Relevant references Marconcini et al. bioRxiv (2025) doi: / Viswanatha et al. Nature Communications (2025) doi: /s -3 Although most of your time will be dedicated to your research project, you will also be involved in undergraduate teaching (e.g., practical class preparation, literature reading classes) Your qualifications In order to complete our team, we are looking for someone with the following skills : A PhD degree in biology Experience with cell culture and high-throughput sequence data analysis Interests/skills in genetics, ecotoxicology and evolutionary biology Excellent scientific writing, communication and interpersonal skills, self-motivation and independence What the position offers you You will be supervised by Prof. Richard Benton, in a diverse, dynamic and international research laboratory. The working language is English. The Center for Integrative Genomics encompasses 12 research labs investigating diverse fields related to functional genomics and offers state-of-the-art experimental facilities. Beyond the training in the host laboratory, numerous possibilities exist at UNIL for further professional education (e.g., in bioinformatics, imaging, soft-skills, career development). Contact for further information Informal requests for information can be made by email to: Your application To apply you must upload as a single pdf document: a CV, including the name and contact details of 2-3 referees a motivation letter in English describing (i) your past research experience and accomplishments, and (ii) your scientific interests, and how they are a good match for the host laboratory and project Deadline : Only applications through the University of Lausanne job portal will be taken into
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Lausanne, Schweiz Université de Lausanne Vollzeit**Introduction**: The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where around 15,000 students and 5,000 researchers, collaborators, and professors work and study. Situated along the shores of Lake Léman, near Lausanne’s city centre, its campuses bring together over 120...
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Lausanne, Schweiz Université de Lausanne VollzeitIntroduction The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where around 15,000 students and 5,000 researchers, collaborators, and professors work and study. Situated along the shores of Lake Léman, near Lausanne’s city centre, its campuses bring together over 120 nationalities.Presentation...
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Lausanne, Waadt, Schweiz Université de Lausanne Vollzeit CHF 45'000 - CHF 60'000 pro JahrIntroductionThe University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where around 15,000 students and 5,000 researchers, collaborators, and professors work and study. Situated along the shores of Lake Léman, near Lausanne's city centre, its campuses bring together over 120 nationalities.PresentationProf....
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Lausanne, Schweiz Université de Lausanne Vollzeit**Introduction**: UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility. **Presentation**: The Department of Organizational Behavior at the Faculty of Business...
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Lausanne, Schweiz Université de Lausanne Vollzeit**Introduction**: The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is a higher teaching and research institution composed of seven faculties where around 15,000 students and 5,000 researchers, collaborators, and professors work and study. Situated along the shores of Lake Geneva, near Lausanne’s city centre, its campus brings together over 120...
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Student Assistant at Pace Lab
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Lausanne, Schweiz Université de Lausanne Vollzeit**Introduction**: UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility. **Presentation**: The Department of Organizational Behavior at the Faculty for Business...
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Associate Dean of Research and Thought Leadership
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Lausanne 25, Schweiz EHL Group VollzeitJoin us and shape the future of hospitality today!EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.We are constantly striving to improve the working...
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Associate Dean of Research and Thought Leadership
vor 3 Wochen
Lausanne 25, Schweiz EHL Group VollzeitJoin us and shape the future of hospitality today!EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth.We are constantly striving to improve the working...
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Lausanne 25, Schweiz EHL Group VollzeitJoin us and shape the future of hospitality today! EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth. We are constantly striving to improve the working...
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Lausanne 25, Schweiz EHL Group VollzeitJoin us and shape the future of hospitality today! EHL's dynamic campuses form a unique network where passionate students, academics and industry experts from over 120 countries come together with a common goal: to develop and disseminate hospitality knowledge, while supporting the sector's continued growth. We are constantly striving to improve the working...
