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Jobs in Structural Biology and Related Fields


Director of the Institut de Biologie Structurale (IBS) in Grenoble


Institut de Biologie Structurale, Grenoble, France
Application deadline: 26 Mar 2024


The Institut de Biologie Structurale (IBS) in Grenoble, France, is currently seeking a Director to lead its upcoming national multi-annual plan (HCERES wave A, 2027-2031). We are looking for an individual with a distinguished international reputation in the field of structural biology who possesses outstanding leadership and management skills. The ideal candidate will be able to leverage the Institute's state-of-the-art facilities to develop their own research activity.

The incoming Director will be tasked with crafting and executing a comprehensive forward-thinking strategy aimed at strengthening the IBS's global standing and fostering its future growth. We seek an individual with a strong background in research and personnel management, adept at decision-making, and possessing a nuanced understanding of the French academic research landscape, its organisation, and operational dynamics. Proficiency in both French and English is essential.

First selection phase:
Applicants should send a 1-2-page letter of intent and a short curriculum vitae no later than 26/03/2024 to ibs.comite.proposition.DU@ibs.fr

Applications received at this stage will be treated confidentially by the IBS Director search committee.

Second selection phase:
Candidates shortlisted in the first phase will be invited to send a proposal detailing their leadership project for the IBS (5 pages maximum), a description of their research activities (3 pages maximum), and a list of publications to: ibs.comite.proposition.DU@ibs.fr no later than 31/05/2024.