Justine Collier

Justine Collier is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fundamental Microbiology at the Faculty of Biology and Medicine, University of Lausanne (UNIL), a position she has held since August 1, 2024. She previously served as Assistant Professor (2008–2014) and Lecturer and Researcher (Type 1) (2014–2024) at the same institution. Since 2021, she has been Vice-Director of the School of Biology within the Faculty of Biology and Medicine.

Her research centers on the regulation of the bacterial cell cycle, with a focus on genome replication, repair, and methylation. She investigates how bacteria coordinate chromosome replication with cell division and adapt their cell cycles to environmental changes, using Alphaproteobacteria as a model system. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates cell biology, genetics, genomics, and biochemistry.

Although no specific publications are listed, her research domain spans fundamental microbiology, epigenetics, and bacterial genomics. Her work contributes to understanding bacterial proliferation, genome stability, and evolutionary adaptation. She leads the Collier Lab at UNIL, which is actively engaged in advancing knowledge in microbial cell cycle control.

Justine Collier has received formal academic appointments and promotions within UNIL, indicating recognition of her research and leadership. She has not been mentioned as receiving specific scientific awards in the provided text.

She mentors students and researchers through her lab, though no advisees are named. Her career trajectory reflects sustained contributions to academic research and institutional leadership. She is not involved in part-time roles, and there is no indication of retirement or emeritus status.

The Collier Lab operates within the Department of Fundamental Microbiology at UNIL, contributing to the broader research mission of the Faculty of Biology and Medicine. The lab utilizes advanced molecular and cellular techniques to explore fundamental questions in bacterial biology.