Call for a Junior Group Leader in RNA Biology and Epigenomics

Call for a Junior Group Leader in RNA Biology and Epigenomics at Imagine Institute, Paris, France

Institut Imagine is a leading European research center dedicated to better understanding and treating genetic diseases. Imagine fosters a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment among 28 dynamic research groups by uniquely integrating basic and translational science.

The Imagine Institute is seeking for applications from outstanding Junior Group Leaders in the fields of RNA biology and Epigenomics with a strong interest in biological systems and genetic diseases. This position comes with an internationally competitive start-up package.

Potential areas of focus include:

• Epigenetics & Epitranscriptomics: DNA methylation, regulatory regions, and non-coding elements
• RNA Biology
• RNA Therapeutics & Diagnostics
• Gene Editing Technologies: Use CRISPR & ADAR for precise DNA, RNA, and epigenome editing
• mRNA Vaccine & Therapy Development

Desired Qualifications:

• Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience with a strong focus on RNA biology & regulation and/or epigenomics.
• A keen interest in understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying genetic diseases through the lens of RNA biology& regulation and/or epigenomic regulation.

Applications should be submitted to teamcallapplication@institutimagine.org and must include:

• A full CV (including a detailed list of publications)
• Past and current research interests (2 pages)
• Future research proposal (3 pages)
• Recommendation letters (3).

Applications must be received by March 8th 2025.

Pre-selected candidates will be notified from March 8th 2025 for auditions by the Scientific Advisory Board.

Integration of the new group can be effective from September onwards.