Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular & Functional Neurobiology

About the LCSB

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The  Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg.

We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and in silico . We focus on neurodegenerative processes and are especially interested in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and their contributing factors. The LCSB recruits talented scientists from various disciplines : computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the LCSB. We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary, and together we contribute to science and society.

Your role

• Generate and maintain human iPSC lines and differentiate them into neurons and astrocytes
• Design and execute assays of intermediary metabolism (LC / GC methods; 13C tracing) and assess mitochondrial / cellular function using advanced imaging and molecular biology (incl. RNA‑seq workflows)
• Develop and apply ODE models of mitochondrial metabolism and astrocyte-neuron coupling to interpret experiments and propose testable predictions
• Integrate multi‑omics and imaging readouts with modelling; perform rigorous statistical analysis and ensure reproducible workflows (well‑documented code / analysis)
• Report and disseminate results (manuscripts, conference talks), contribute to grant writing and teaching, and support / tutor students while collaborating with internal and external partners

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How to apply

Applications should include :

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information :

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).