Postdoctoral Fellow Position — Universität Zürich
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 23 days ago
Full description
University of Zurich, Institute of Veterinary Physiology
Start of employment 01.02.2027 or to be discussed, temporary
A postdoctoral position (100%) is available in the laboratory of Dr. Christelle Le Foll at the University of Zurich, within the Institute of Veterinary Physiology Vetsuisse Faculty. The project lies at the intersection of neuroscience and metabolic research and will investigate whether astrocytes are required for the full therapeutic response to gut peptides agonists, including their capacity to reduce high-fat-diet-induced hypothalamic inflammation. The work will involve a combination of in vivo and ex vivo approaches, including rodent models of diet-induced obesity, stereotaxic surgery, pharmacological interventions, metabolic phenotyping, histology, imaging, and analyses of neuronal activity.
Your responsibilities
- Plan and perform in vivo experiments in mouse models of metabolic disease.
- Analyze, interpret, and present experimental data.
- Contribute to manuscript preparation and scientific presentations.
- Co-supervise Master's and PhD students.
The project will involve approximately 70% in vivo and 30% in vitro/ex vivo work. The postdoctoral fellow will join an interdisciplinary environment at the University of Zurich, with opportunities to collaborate across neuroscience, metabolism, and translational obesity research.
Your profile
Applicants should hold a PhD in biomedicine, neurobiology, neuroscience, neurophysiology or a closely related discipline, with demonstrated research experience in one or more relevant areas. We are looking for someone with the following skills: Required experience
- Mouse handling and experimentation;
- Stereotaxic surgery and/or other relevant in vivo procedures;
- Research experience in systems neuroscience and/or energy homeostasis (i.e., feeding).
- Excellent command of oral and written English.
Desirable experience
- in vivo calcium imaging or ex vivo electrophysiology;
- Metabolic phenotyping;
- FELASA B certificate (European authorization for animal experimentation) would be an advantage.
We are looking for a candidate who is highly motivated and scientifically curious, with strong interpersonal skills, team-oriented, and who will contribute positively to a collaborative working environment.
What we offer
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What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
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