2 Research Fellowship Positions: The University of Pisa invites applications for two research fellowships in the field of Molecular Biology under the NEMESIS project. Each contract is for 24 months with an annual gross remuneration of €40,000. The research aims to explore mechanotransduction in neurons and develop macromolecular switches to manipulate neuronal activity. This opportunity is ideal for PhD holders or final-year doctoral/postgraduate students with strong experience in molecular and biophysical techniques.
Research Fellowship Positions – Molecular Biology | University of Pisa (2 Positions)
📋 Summary Table:
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Research Fellow (Assegno di Ricerca) |
| Research Area | Molecular Biology |
| Location | University of Pisa, Italy |
| No. of Positions | 2 |
| Contract Duration | 24 Months |
| Annual Gross Salary | €40,000 |
| Eligibility | PhD or Medical Specialisation (completed or within 6 months) |
| Language Requirement | English (Italian preferred for foreign applicants) |
| Interview Date | 8 September 2025 (online) |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 August 2025, 13:00 (CET) |
| Application Link | https://pica.cineca.it/unipi/ |
🧑🔬 Designation:
Research Fellow (Postdoctoral Level)
🧪 Research Areas:
- Mechanotransduction in neurons
- Macromolecular switch engineering
- Molecular biology and biophysics
- Transcriptomics and chromatin capture technologies
🌍 Location:
University of Pisa, Department of Biology, Italy
🎓 Eligibility / Qualification:
- PhD or Postgraduate Medical Specialisation completed or to be completed within 6 months of publication of the call.
- Final-year PhD or medical specialization students may also apply conditionally.
- Expertise in molecular biology, fluorescence microscopy, single-molecule dynamics, transcriptomics, or chromatin biology is essential.
🧾 Job Description:
Project Title: Neurons Engineered with MagnEto-SwItches: a tool for Shaping the Nervous System (NEMESIS)
Position 1 – WP3 Focus (Selection Code: CDR_bio_2025_2_1):
- Investigate the molecular mechanisms of mechanotransduction.
- Use fluorescence microscopy and biophysical methods to study single-molecule dynamics.
- Work with primary neurons, organotypic cultures, and differentiated neurons.
- Supervise PhD students and contribute to lab management and dissemination activities.
Position 2 – WP1 & WP3 Focus (Selection Code: CDR_bio_2025_2_2):
- Design and construct genetic constructs for macromolecular switches.
- Conduct recombinant protein expression and gene modulation experiments.
- Utilize omics tools (transcriptomics, spatial transcriptomics, 3D chromatin capture).
- Participate in student supervision, dissemination, and lab support.
📑 How to Apply:
- Apply Online: https://pica.cineca.it/unipi/
- Login Options: SPID, LOGINMIUR, REPRISE, REFEREES, or email registration.
- Documents Required:
- Research development project (Annex A)
- CV with detailed research experience
- Degree certificate (or foreign equivalence if applicable)
- Max 4 relevant publications (PDF format only, ≤30 MB each)
- ID and tax code copy
- Additional supporting documents if needed
- Language of Application: English
- Submission Deadline: 7 August 2025, 13:00 CET
📞 Contact & Support:
- For queries: concorsi_contratti@unipi.it
- For technical support: Use help link on PICA platform
- Official Call & Annex A (Italian version): https://bandi.unipi.it/public/Bandi?type=COR
📅 Interview Details:
- Date: 8 September 2025
- Mode: Online (telematic)
- 11:00 AM CET for Position 1
- 12:00 PM CET for Position 2
- Candidates must check the university website 2 days prior for interview instructions.
Note: This is a courtesy English translation. The Italian version of the call is legally binding and must be referred to in case of discrepancies.
