Postdoctoral Researcher SNSF in neuronal NAD+ metabolism

University of Lausanne

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.


Presentation

Candidates are invited to apply for an SNSF-funded PostDoc position at the Department of Fundamental Neurosciences (DNF) at UNIL. The postdoctoral project aims to uncover the neuronal mechanisms underlying prodegenerative NMN regulation. It is a multidisciplinary approach performed in the fruit fly Drosophila.


Job information

Expected start date: Between October and December 2025.
Activity rate : 100%
Duration: 1 year, renewable.
Workplace: City of Lausanne, quartier UNIL-Bugnon, DNF.


Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work on a project using state-of-the-art genetics, neuronal morphology and function, behavior, NAD+ metabolism, and molecular biology. In addition, the candidate will have opportunities to embrace already established techniques in the lab and develop novel approaches. Lastly, the candidate will contribute to the training and mentoring of graduate students, the preparation of manuscripts, and grant applications.


Qualifications

  • Highly motivated, curious, and driven.
  • Ph.D. in life science, preferably in neuroscience.
  • Advanced understanding of fly genetics or metabolism.
  • Knowledge in cell biology, molecular biology, neuroscience, and physiology.
  • Fluency in oral and written English.


Desired qualifications

Experience in animal model systems, imaging, and metabolism.


What the position offers

It offers a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.


Contact for further information

Prof. Dr. Lukas Neukomm
Department of Fundamental Neurosciences | DNF
University of Lausanne | UNIL
Rue du Bugnon 9, 1005 Lausanne VD, Switzerland


Application

Candidates (preferably less than 2 years after obtaining their Ph.D. degree) should submit a cover letter detailing research experience, interests, and future goals (max. one page), CV (including publication list, max. two pages), a copy of Ph.D. certificate, and three independent names and their emails to request letters of recommendation.


Only applications through following website will be taken into account:


Closing date: 26.09.2025.