Postdoctoral Assistant Position in Aquatic Ecotoxicology
Université de Lausanne
Lausanne
Key information
- Publication date:03 December 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Lausanne
Job summary
Join UNIL, a leading global research and teaching institution. Enjoy a collaborative work environment and excellent benefits.
Tasks
- Conduct a PhD thesis in aquatic ecotoxicology with a focus on genetic impacts.
- Assist in teaching and research tasks while gaining valuable experience.
- Work in a multicultural setting and engage in continuous learning opportunities.
Skills
- Master's in biology with molecular biology specialization desired.
- Strong background in biology, chemistry, and ecotoxicology essential.
- Experience in laboratory work and flexibility for Lausanne and Geneva.
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Introduction
A leading international teaching and research institution, UNIL has nearly 5,000 staff members and 17,000 students, distributed between the Dorigny campus and the CHUV and Epalinges sites. As an employer, it promotes excellence, recognition of individuals, and responsibility.
Presentation
The Institute of Earth Surface Dynamics (IDYST) is offering a position for a postdoctoral assistant in Aquatic Ecotoxicology within the Ecotox group.
Job Information
Start date: 01.05.2026 / immediately / to be agreed
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable 2 x 2 years, maximum 5 years
Work rate: 80%
Workplace: Geopolis Building - UNIL Mouline and Geneva
Your Activities
At least 50% of the work rate will be dedicated to carrying out a doctoral thesis in aquatic ecotoxicology. The general goal will be to evaluate the genetic and epigenetic effects of human or veterinary drugs (anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, dewormers for example) on freshwater microcrustaceans. Ecotoxicological tests will be used at the molecular level (biomarkers, genetic analyses, epigenetics) and at the organism level (survival, reproduction). Particular emphasis will be placed on multigenerational effects as well as population effects. The work will be done in collaboration with Dr. Federica Gilardi, from the research team of the Faculty Unit of Toxicology of the Faculty of Biology and Medicine (https://go.unil.ch/uft). Part of the work will be carried out in Geneva, notably for epigenetic analyses.
Up to 50% of the work rate will be devoted to supporting teaching and research tasks: teaching activities under the responsibility of a teacher, research work not related to personal research, technical and administrative tasks related to the Institute's activities.
Your Profile
We wish to recruit, to complete our team, a person with the following profile:
- Willingness to develop a thesis in aquatic ecotoxicology
- Master's degree in biology, specialization in molecular biology desired
- Proficiency in French desired, as well as an excellent level of English
- Good knowledge of biology, chemistry, and ecotoxicology essential
- Strong background in statistics and modeling is an asset
- Laboratory experience essential
- Flexibility for work in Lausanne and Geneva
Your Benefits
A pleasant working environment in a multicultural and diverse academic setting.
Opportunities for continuing education, a multitude of activities, and other benefits to discover.
More information at www.unil.ch/carrieres
For Further Information
Questions regarding the application can be sent by email to Prof. Nathalie Chèvre (nathalie.chevre@unil.ch)
Your Application File
Application deadline: 31.01.2026
Please send us your complete application file in PDF including:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of university diplomas and transcripts
- An electronic version of a research work (master's thesis, seminar paper, conference paper or other scientific publication)
Only applications submitted via this site will be considered.
Thank you for your understanding.
Remarks
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• Equality, diversity, and inclusion within its community;
• Guaranteeing an open, respectful, and supportive environment for personal development;
• Offering working conditions conducive to balancing different life spheres;
• Supporting scientific succession.
Concerned with promoting equitable representation of women and men among its staff, the University encourages female applications.
