PhD Student in Biology (Apoptosis & Cancer) at CNRS, Lyon Cancer Research Centre (CRCL), Lyon, France

The CNRS PhD position is a 36-month doctoral contract (ref UMR5286-JUSMAL-004) at the Lyon Cancer Research Centre (CRCL) in Lyon, France. The research opportunity concerns apoptosis and cancer, with a project investigating how the UNC5B receptor induces cell death. The position starts on 1 December 2026, and applications are due by 19 November 2026.

Job Details

Organization: CNRS

Position: PhD Student in Biology (Apoptosis & Cancer)

Location: Lyon Cancer Research Centre (CRCL), Lyon, France

Reference: UMR5286-JUSMAL-004

Contract: 36-month CNRS doctoral contract

Team: Patrick Mehlen’s Apoptosis, Cancer and Development team

Start Date: 1 December 2026

CNRS PhD Position Project Details

This cancer biology doctoral position examines how the UNC5B receptor induces cell death. The research uses cell-biology assays and target validation to study the receptor’s role in apoptosis. Conducted within Patrick Mehlen’s Apoptosis, Cancer and Development team, the project combines receptor-focused cell biology with experimental target validation at CRCL. Applicants should consult the official notification for the complete project description and any requirements not summarized here.

Salary

€2,300 gross/month

How to Apply

Deadline: 19 November 2026

CLICK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION / APPLY ONLINE

For the CNRS PhD position, submit your application through the original CNRS vacancy page linked above by 19 November 2026. Before applying, review reference UMR5286-JUSMAL-004, the listed 36-month contract, the €2,300 gross monthly salary and the 1 December 2026 start date so that your application reflects the advertised role. Consult the original notification for complete instructions and required documents.