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🌍 PhD Position in Myopathy & Therapeutic Strategies 🇨🇭 | University of Lausanne - UNIL 📌 Position: Doctoral Student in Myopathy & Therapeutic Development 🏫 University: University of Lausanne (UNIL) 📍 Location: Lausanne, Switzerland 🇨🇭 🏢 Department: Biomedical Sciences (ISSUL) 👩‍🏫 Supervisor: Prof. Nadège Zanou 📅 Deadline: July 1, 2026 ⏳ Duration: Up to 4 years (renewable yearly) 💰 Salary: CHF 55,000/year + CHF 500/month allowance 🔬 About the Project This PhD focuses on muscle diseases (myopathies) and the development of innovative therapeutic strategies. Hosted at ISSUL, the project integrates molecular biology, physiology, and translational medicine, with strong collaboration with Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV). Key research areas include: • Molecular mechanisms of myopathies • Gene editing and therapeutic interventions • Drug and physical activity-based treatments • Muscle physiology and cellular mechanisms 👩‍🔬 What You’ll Do • Conduct cutting-edge research in muscle disease and therapies • Publish scientific articles and complete a PhD dissertation • Present findings at international conferences • Assist in teaching (Bachelor’s & Master’s levels) • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and CHUV 👤 Ideal Candidate • MSc in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Medicine, or related field • Experience in lab techniques (e.g., qPCR, Western blot, calcium imaging) • Background in muscle physiology or related research • Experience with gene editing or animal models (preferred) • Fluent in English (French is a plus) • Motivated, organized, and team-oriented 🌟 Why Apply? • Work on impactful research improving lives of patients with myopathies • Join a top international research environment (UNIL & CHUV) • Access to advanced labs and interdisciplinary expertise • Support for conferences, training, and career development • Live in Lausanne—an international hub in the Olympic capital 🔗 More Info & Apply: https://lnkd.in/grnsCeGf 🚨 Follow PhDScanner and join our WhatsApp channel for updates: https://lnkd.in/eBcBeXVK #PhD #BiomedicalScience #Myopathy #GeneEditing #Switzerland #LifeSciences #MedicalResearch #PhDPositions #ResearchJobs #Healthcare