Project: The close collaboration between the Luisa Figueiredo Lab (Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine - GIMM) and the Claudio Franco Lab (Catolica Biomedical Research - CBR) seeks to unravel the molecular and cellular interactions between the parasite Trypanosoma brucei and endothelial cells during colonization of host tissues.

Candidate Profile: We are looking for two independent yet collaborative thinkers with a passion for solving complex biological puzzles. Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in life sciences and have a strong background in molecular biology, cell culture, bioinformatics, or imaging techniques.

Funded by: la Caixa Foundation

Start Date: Ideally by June 2025; earlier availability is welcome.

Salary: 42.000-62.000€ per annum, dependent on the level of appointment

Duration: 3-year contracts

Position - L. FIGUEIREDO Lab (GIMM, Lisbon)

Focus: Characterizing parasite features essential for the crossing of blood vessels. Techniques: The successful candidate will employ a suite of cutting-edge tools, including parasite genetics, in vitro crossing assays, genomic analysis, bioinformatics, cell sorting, advanced microscopy, and mouse infection models.

Application Process: If you are interested in blood vessels, endothelial cells, microfluidics and/or imaging and want to join the C.FRANCO lab, please submit a CV, a statement of research interests, and two reference contacts to cfranco@ucp.pt. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.