Project Manager in Translational Research

The team is young, dynamic, and international. It benefits from an ERC Starting Grant funding and the ATIP-Avenir label. It is part of a dynamic scientific environment with renowned researchers in the fields of hematology and leukemogenesis (https://gencelldis.fr/l-benajiba-team/). The Paris Saint-Louis Leukemia Institute is a Hospital-University Institute with an internationally renowned leukemia research program. Its main goal is to develop new approaches to cure leukemias and associated diseases. Our research institute is located in the center of Paris, on the Saint-Louis campus, and benefits from a close relationship with Saint-Louis Hospital. Most of the studies conducted by our team have translational research implications, in close collaboration with the clinical teams at Saint-Louis Hospital. The team works in partnership with the Clinical Investigation Center of Saint-Louis Hospital (INSERM-CIC 1427) to accelerate the clinical translation of laboratory discoveries. The team maintains numerous national and international collaborations. It has privileged access to patient cohorts and primary samples, as well as to a wide range of institutional technological platforms, including a fully equipped animal facility, a flow cytometry platform, a sequencing platform, and an imaging platform.

The agent will be under the supervision of Lina Benajiba (physician-scientist, team leader) and will contribute to the organization, coordination, and monitoring of the team’s projects. The projects aim to understand the molecular mechanisms involved in the development and progression of acute myeloid leukemia. The ultimate goal is to identify new therapeutic approaches to improve the prognosis of this disease.

Required Diploma:

PhD degree in Biochemistry, Cellular Biology, Molecular Biology, Oncology, Hematology or related disciplines

Required Experience:

• Professional research experience in an international and multidisciplinary environment, in hematology and/or oncology
• Experience in coordinating and managing research projects is desirable but not required.

Required Skills:

• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge in hematology and oncology.
• Good understanding of the challenges and key issues of translational research.
• Good knowledge of the organization and stakeholders of the research ecosystem.
• Proficiency in common computer tools (use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Enjoy working in a team environment, with the ability to facilitate and coordinate group activities.
• Strong scientific writing and communication skills.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and dynamic.
• Demonstrate rigor in work and a strong sense of organization.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Show initiative, autonomy, and responsiveness.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and activities effectively.

The main objectives will be to facilitate the development and management of individual and collaborative projects, including grant preparation, project reporting, and scientific monitoring. They will contribute to the dissemination and valorization of research results through publications, presentations, and communication tools, while coordinating meetings and fostering national and international collaborations. The role also involves close interaction with research support structures to address ethical, financial, and organizational aspects, as well as participation in recruitment, mentoring, and team supervision. Overall, the position aims to strengthen the team’s translational research efforts and accelerate the transfer of laboratory discoveries toward clinical applications.