Call for Post-doctoral fellows

The CBI (Centre for Integrative Biology) is seeking motivated postdoctoral researchers to apply for various postdoctoral fundings (Marie Skłodowska-Curie, EMBO, FRM, etc.), and join our laboratory to carry out their research project.

About CBI

Located in Toulouse, in the sunny southwestern of France, the CBI (Centre for Integrative Biology) is a Research Federation that is part of both the University of Toulouse, and the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS). The CBI brings together more than 400 people, spread across its support services, platforms, and 47 teams into 3 research units Microbiology (LMGM), Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCD), and Animal Cognition (CRCA).

The Centre de Biologie Intégrative de Toulouse (CBI) is a fundamental biology research institute whose ambition is to understand the mechanisms, dynamics and behaviors of living organisms, to advance knowledge on the current societal challenges. Research at the CBI uses multidisciplinary, multi-scale approaches, from isolated molecules to whole organisms and animal societies, applied to numerous model organisms, from bacteria to man.

List of potential research topics and supervisors.

Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology Unit (MCD)

 This list is not definitive, upcoming projects will be included as they are confirmed.

Contact: Kerstin BYSTRICKY, Anthony HENRAS

Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Genetic (LMGM)

Contact: Patrice POLARD, Cecile ALBENNE

Research Center on Animal Cognition (CRCA)

Contact: Claire RAMPON, Raphaël JEANSON

Fundings opportunities

• EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship – Deadline : 23 January 2026
• AToUT Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme – Deadline : 28 February 2026
• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship – Deadline : September 2026
• FRM – Post-doctorate in France – Deadline : Expected in May 2026
• HFSP_Long-Term Fellowship – Deadline : 7 May 2026 (Letter of intent) and 25 September 2026 (Submission of Full Proposal)
• EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship – Deadline : July 2026 (2 calls per year)
• And other potential fundings depending on your topic and the eligibility

Most fundings provide living allowance, mobility allowance, family allowance (if applicable, research costs, travel and relocation support). However, each funding opportunity has specific eligibility requirements.

Candidates must hold a PhD or having it before the fellowship begins.

Application Process

1) Select the project in which you are interested

2) Send a detailed CV and cover letter (in one PDF document) to the contact listed in the job offer.

Email subject line:  CBI_PF Application: [Supervisor Name]_[Candidate Name]

3) Internal deadline (to CBI): 15 January 2026

Don’t hesitate to apply now as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

4) Expected Starting date: From September 2026 to September 2027 depending on the funding

Why Join CBI?

The Centre for Integrative Biology (CBI) of Toulouse (France) brings together three research units in Biological Sciences at the University of Toulouse and the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS).

We offer:

• A cutting-edge research environment bringing together over 400 researchers across 3 laboratories, with access to state-of-the-art core facilities in genomics, imaging, bioinformatics, and more – all dedicated to advancing fundamental research in life sciences
• A collaborative and international scientific community, committed to promote equality, diversity and inclusivity.
• Affiliation with leading institutions. IPBS is jointly affiliated with the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) – the largest public research organization in Franceand the University of Toulouse, ensuring strong integration within national and international research networks
• A campus at the University of Toulouse, one of the most important scientific research clusters in France, offering a multidisciplinary education in the fields of science, health, engineering, and technology.
• A supportive career development, including mentoring for fellowship writing, networking, and future job applications
• Collaborative opportunities across multiple research centers in Toulouse and within European networks

Toulouse, a city of innovation and culture

Toulouse offers a dynamic and affordable city with rich culture, and a high quality of life.

Situated between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, close to the Pyrenees’ Mountain, Toulouse has long been a major crossroad in Europe. Attracting 15,000 newcomers every year, Toulouse boasts a particularly rich vibrant cultural and artistic heritage. Capital of Occitanie Region, the leading French region for research and innovation – with over 15,000 academic researchers and 7,500 PhD students, R&D represents 3.5% of its GDP in 2022.