Two-year full-time postdoc position at the University of Cyprus

A postdoc position is available at the Drosophila Development and Homeostasis Laboratory in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cyprus in Nicosia. The researcher will conduct fundamental research on a project funded by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation. Specifically, the work will focus on the cell biology of aging in the Drosophila intestine. By combining in vivo experiments with state-of-the-art imaging and in silico methods, we aim to build a computational model to predict the aging status of the intestine upon physiological, chemical and disease-causing interventions. 

The selected candidate is expected to perform high-quality research in vivo in Drosophila and collaborate with researchers with expertise in image analysis to build the model. The work will involve fly genetics, tissue microdissections, immunohistochemistry, cell imaging, image analysis and gene expression analysis, as well as project management, manuscript preparation and dissemination of results. 

Required Qualifications 

• PhD in a related subject 
• First author publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• Lab experience in Drosophila cell biology or genetics 
• Expertise in microscopy and image analysis 
• Good understanding of cellular signalling 
• Excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in written and spoken English 

How to apply 

Applications should include (1) Expression of interest, highlighting qualifications relevant to the position (max. 1 page); (2) Curriculum vitae (max. 3 pages); (3) Copies of degrees; (4) Contact details of at least 2 two people qualified to provide references upon request. Application material should be sent as a single PDF file to pitsouli@ucy.ac.cy at the latest until March 1st, 2025.