Postodctoral position in biology 100%

Presentation

To complement the research activities in the group of Prof. Liliane Michalik at the CIG (Center for Integrative Genomics) of the University of Lausanne, we are looking for a passionate and creative postdoctoral candidate to investigate the mechanisms of tissue regeneration and wound healing.

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.

Job information

Expected start date in position : 01.03.2026 or to be agreed

Contract length : 1 year, renewable maximum 5 years

Activity rate : 100%

Workplace : UNiversity of Lausanne, Dorigny

Your responsibilities

The successful applicant will conduct experimental research on tissue regeneration and cellular reprogramming, function of non-coding regulatory RNAs, and gene expression regulation in response to mechanical injuries. Our projects cover multidisciplinary approaches, including molecular and cellular biology, genomics, animal models, and bioinformatics techniques.The successful applicant will also be involved in teaching (practical teaching for BSc students) and in supervision of MSc students.

Your qualifications

PhD or MD-PhD degree in life sciences. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and team player, will have the ability to work independently with strong work ethic and critical thinking, will have excellent communication and organization skills. She/he will be fluent in English and will have established expertise in cellular and molecular biology, and computational biology. Experience in working with zebrafish is desirable, but not essential.

What the position offers you

The Michalik’s lab is hosted at the Center for Integrative Genomics (CIG) at the University of Lausanne (UNIL), a well-funded institute with a focus on functional genomics and equipped with modern core facilities (see www.unil.ch/cig ) . It is embedded in the broader Lausanne research environment that includes two universities (UNIL, EPFL), the Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, Ludwig Center for Cancer Research, university hospital, and a cluster of biotech companies flourishing in the larger lake Geneva area. Lab members benefit from networking and training opportunities.

The project will be supported by existing expertise in the lab, by several core facilities of the Center for Integrative Genomics ( http://www.unil.ch/cig/home/menuinst/research.html) and by collaborations with the Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics.

Contact for further information

Prof. Liliane Michalik

Email: E-Mail schreiben

Phone number : 0041 21 692 41 47

https://www.unil.ch/cig/michalik

Your application

Deadline : 15.12.2025

Please submit a motivation letter, a full CV, list of your scientific publications, statement of research interests, copies of your diplomas (especially of your PhD degree) and contact details for 2 or more referees. Only applications through this website will be taken into account. We thank you for your understandi

Additional information

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•    equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
•    ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
•    offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance;
•    supporting early career researchers.

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