Summary
The Sensory Transduction and Nociception Group at the Instituto de Neurociencias (UMH-CSIC) in Alicante, Spain, is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate for a fully funded, 4-year predoctoral contract (FPI fellowship). The position is funded under the “Ayudas a la Formación de personal de investigación predoctoral asociadas a los proyectos de la convocatoria PID2025” scheme. The selected candidate will undertake doctoral studies in the PhD Program in Neuroscience at Miguel Hernández University starting in March 2027.
Designation
Predoctoral Fellow / PhD Researcher (4-Year PhD Contract)
Key Details
| Parameter | Details |
| Position Title | 4-Year Predoctoral Position in Pain and Sensory Neuroscience |
| Host Institution | Instituto de Neurociencias (UMH-CSIC) |
| University | Miguel Hernández University (UMH) |
| Research Group | Sensory Transduction and Nociception Group |
| Funding Scheme | Ayudas a la Formación de personal de investigación predoctoral (PID2025) |
| Location | Alicante, Spain |
| Expected Start Date | March 2027 |
| Application Deadline | October 1st, 2026 |
Research Area
Research Area: Investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms driving the transition from acute to chronic chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN).
- Primary Field: Sensory Neuroscience & Pain Neurobiology
- Project Theme: Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)
- Objective: Investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms driving the transition from acute to chronic painful CIPN using mice models and human-derived nociceptive neurons.
- Techniques Involved:
- In vitro and in vivo calcium imaging
- Electrophysiology
- Optogenetics
- Behavioral assays
- Immunohistochemistry
Location
Instituto de Neurociencias (UMH-CSIC), Alicante, Spain
Eligibility / Qualification
- Educational Background: Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or a related discipline.
- Academic Interest: Demonstrated interest in sensory systems and pain neurobiology.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Technical Skills: Strong quantitative and analytical skillset.
- Selection Process: Evaluation based on CV, academic transcript, relevant prior experience, and performance in an online interview.
Job Description
The PhD fellow will work on characterizing alterations in nociceptor excitability during acute and chronic phases of CIPN, with an emphasis on ion channels in sensory neurons.
What is offered:
- A fully funded 4-year research contract to complete a PhD in Neuroscience.
- Access to cutting-edge research facilities, specialized training, and modern experimental setups.
- A supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities to establish an international scientific network.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their application dossier via email directly to Félix Viana (felix.viana@umh.es) and Ana Gomis (agomis@umh.es).
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Official Academic Records / Transcripts
- Motivation and Career Goal Letter
- Summary of previous research training and expertise
- Contact information for at least one academic/professional reference
Further information about the research line is available on the Pain Channels Group Website.
Last Date to Apply
October 1st, 2026
