A post-doctoral position is available in the group of Dr. Raul V. Duran, at the European Institute of Chemistry and Biology (IECB), Bordeaux, France. The candidate will work on the mechanisms by which cell signaling, and in particular mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) pathway as a central regulator for cell growth, responds to nutrients and how these regulatory mechanisms are affected during malignant transformation.

The Metabolism & cell signaling lab at the IECB is an emerging group, leaded by Dr. Raul. V. Duran, aiming to understand the mechanism by which the de-regulation of growth factor signaling contributes to metabolic transformation in cancer cells. In particular, we focus on the regulation of glutamine addiction by the mTORC1 pathway in cancer cells. The IECB provides an excellent international environment with access to the technology platforms, including fully equipped L1 and L2 laboratories, a platform of analytical and preparative techniques and a platform of structural biology.

The position is funded by the Fondation pour la Recherche Medicale for a period of 18 month. Candidates holding a PhD degree in biochemistry/molecular biology, highly motivated to work in a competitive field and with interest in metabolism and cell signaling in cancer are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should send a cover letter, CV and contact information for two reference letters to:

Dr. Raul V. Duran
r.duran@iecb.u-bordeaux.fr

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http://www.iecb.u-bordeaux.fr/index.php/en/research/153-metabolism-and-cell-signaling