Group Leader - Molecular Mechanisms of Environmental Adaptation

Organisation/Company: EMBL - European Molecular Biology Laboratory Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology, Medical sciences » Medicine, Technology » Biotechnology, Environmental science Researcher Profile: Leading Researcher (R4), Established Researcher (R3) Country: Italy Application Deadline: 2 Mar 2025 - 21:59 (UTC) Type of Contract: Permanent Job Status: Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description Group Leader - Molecular Mechanisms of Environmental Adaptation EMBL - European Molecular Biology Laboratory Rome, Italy We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated scientist to establish and lead an independent research laboratory at the EMBL Epigenetics and Neurobiology Unit in Rome. EMBL provides a unique environment for young scientists to conduct ground-breaking research and technology development across the life sciences. We recruit early career research leaders, granting them full scientific independence alongside core funding and access to state-of-the-art facilities. EMBL’s latest Scientific Programme promotes the study of biological ecosystems at the molecular level, applying expertise in molecular biology to study life in its natural context. Within this overall structure, the EMBL Epigenetics & Neurobiology Unit applies a wide range of modern technologies to diverse problems in developmental and organismal biology focusing on the laboratory mouse. Research groups within the unit explore topics in epigenetics, gene regulation, sensory processing, and circuits and behavior. The appointed Group Leader will benefit from access to local state-of-the-art facilities for imaging and histology, gene editing and viral engineering, flow cytometry, gnotobiosis, and mouse transgenesis, as well as access to complementary core facilities across EMBL. Your Role You will develop an independent and innovative research programme to address important questions in the molecular mechanisms of environmental responses. You will integrate into and take full advantage of the unique research environment and the comprehensive resources available at EMBL. This broad call invites applications from candidates with research plans in diverse fields including, but not limited to: functional genomics and epigenomics, development, biochemistry, evolution, organ physiology, brain function, or behaviour. The selected group leader will thrive within EMBL’s vibrant multidisciplinary community and benefit from extensive opportunities for collaboration across research, service, and technology development teams. EMBL appoints Group Leaders early in their career and provides a highly supportive environment for researchers in their first independent position, including the provision of a “Lead your Lab” management training program. The Group Leader package includes significant core funding, technician support, and access to students from EMBL’s International PhD Programme so that researchers can pursue ambitious and ground-breaking research programs. Qualifications You have a doctoral degree and demonstrable ability and ambition to make fundamental biological discoveries and/or methodological advances. You are dedicated to developing positive relationships and providing leadership and guidance to team members. Your research will synergize with the activities at EMBL Rome and leverage and contribute to ongoing research across EMBL. We welcome research programs using experimental or computational tools, or both. Additional Qualifications Although current research at the Unit is focused on the laboratory mouse as an experimental organism, we welcome research proposals that also involve other mammalian model organisms or human organoids. We are particularly interested in proposals that fall under the umbrella of EMBL’s Human Ecosystems Transversal Theme. EMBL has a long history of fostering technology development and we welcome applications from persons interested in molecular or computational tool development. Further Information Further information about becoming a Group Leader at EMBL can be found here . For additional inquiries, please contact the Head of Unit, Cornelius Gross at cornelius.grossembl.it . Interview Information Interviews are planned for April 14-15, 2025. Benefits and Contract Information Financial incentives: Depending on circumstances, monthly family/marriage allowance, child allowance, non-resident allowance, annual salary review, pension scheme, and insurances; Hybrid working arrangements; Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family; Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays; Relocation package including installation grant; Campus life: Free shuttle bus, on-site library, subsidised gym and cafeteria; Family benefits: On-site nursery, generous parental leave; Contract duration: This position is a 5-year contract renewable to 9 years; Salary: Monthly salary starting at €5,460 after tax benefits; International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions; Diversity and inclusion: We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ and individuals from all nationalities; Job location: This role is based in Rome, Italy. To apply, please submit a covering letter and CV via our online system. Applications will close on 02/03/2025 . J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-roma, IT

Posted Date: 2/2/2025