Manolis Pasparakis

Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology of the Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH-IMBB) in Heraklion, Greece, working within the InflaCare initiative under the ERA Chair program. The post is part of a research environment led by Prof. Manolis Pasparakis and coordinated by Prof. George Garinis . The InflaCare Team focuses on the impact of DNA damage on innate immune activation and its relevance to age-related inflammatory disorders . The successful candidate will support the scientific implementation of the project and contribute across the work packages and deliverables. This appointment sits within a broader effort to strengthen the institute’s research capacity, foster collaboration, and advance inflammation research through the InflaCare team. The role is embedded in an EU-funded programme under Horizon Europe and is intended for a motivated researcher with strong laboratory and genomic analysis experience.

The Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas (FORTH), through its Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB), is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the InflaCare Project, funded by Horizon Europe. The InflaCare Team, led by Prof. Manolis Pasparakis (ERA Chair holder) and coordinated by Prof. George Garinis, investigates the impact of DNA damage on innate immune activation and its relevance to age-related inflammatory disorders. The project aims to enhance IMBB's research capacity, attract top-tier researchers, and foster collaborations that advance research and innovation in inflammation biology. The successful candidate will assist with all work packages and deliverables of the InflaCare Project, contributing to cutting-edge research in molecular biology, biochemistry, and immunology. The position is based in Heraklion, Greece, and offers a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension, with salary and benefits determined by experience and Greek legislation. Applicants must have a strong background in biological sciences, with a BSc, MSc, and PhD in relevant fields, and over three years of research experience in molecular/biochemical techniques, flow cytometry, cell cultures, and imaging, particularly in the context of inflammation, immune responses, and DNA damage in mammalian cells and mouse models. Excellent English language skills and a FELASA or equivalent certificate for animal handling are required, as well as a record of peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals. Desired qualifications include participation in international scientific meetings and experience with a range of laboratory techniques. Applications should be submitted electronically by November 17, 2025, and must include an application form, CV, statement of purpose, contact details for two referees, and scanned copies of academic titles and qualifications. The selection process involves evaluation by a committee, with shortlisted candidates invited for an interview. The project offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful research in inflammation and ageing, within a dynamic and innovative research environment at one of Greece's leading scientific institutes.