Postdoctoral Fellow in RNA Molecular: Human Technopole (HT), an interdisciplinary life science research institute supported by the Italian Government, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Legnini Group at the Genomics Research Centre. The Legnini Group combines molecular and systems biology to study RNA and gene regulation. The successful candidate will have computational experience in the field of RNA molecular and systems biology and will contribute to innovative research aimed at understanding gene regulation and RNA metabolism.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: RNA Molecular and Systems Biology
Location: Milan, Italy
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in biology, bioinformatics/computational biology, biophysics, biochemistry, or related disciplines
- Knowledge of transcriptomic technologies (bulk, single-cell, spatial transcriptomics)
- Proficiency in R or Python for transcriptomic data analysis (short/long read sequencing, single-cell/spatial transcriptomics)
- Strong knowledge of statistics and data analysis approaches for RNA/protein/imaging data
- Fluency in English (working language in the lab)
Job Description: The Postdoctoral Fellow will be responsible for:
- Designing, performing, and analyzing high-throughput and multi-modal transcriptomic experiments (e.g., bulk and single-cell RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, CLIP, Ribo-seq)
- Developing new ideas, approaches, or original technologies for studying gene regulation, RNA metabolism, and related research interests
- Generating and documenting data, protocols, and code for publication
- Drafting manuscripts and creating figures based on research results
- Collaborating and supporting other laboratory members
- Sharing and discussing research findings with key collaborators within the group, institute, and external partnerships
- Presenting scientific results at international meetings
How to Apply: To apply, please submit the following documents in English through the dedicated area below:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter (max 3 pages) addressing:
- Scientific background
- Favorite scientific topic
- Major scientific accomplishment
- Reasons for applying to work on the topic of this call
- Contact information of at least two referees (including former trainees)
For specific inquiries regarding the scientific focus and role in the lab, please contact the group leader: ivano.legnini@humantechnopole1.recruitee.com. Note that this email address should not be used for submitting applications.
Last Date for Apply: July 20th, 2023
Main Benefits:
- Welfare plans
- Canteen service
- Work-life balance provisions
- Italian language training for foreigners
- Parental leave up to 1 year and other support for new parents
- Counseling
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working policy
- Support for relocation
- Attractive income tax benefits for researchers coming to Italy for the first time or returning after residing abroad
Human Technopole believes in the value of diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Special consideration will be given to candidates who are part of the protected categories list, according to L. 68/99.
Number of positions offered: 1 Contract offered: CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico, Fixed-term 4 years – employee level Starting date: Ideally between September 2023 and January 2024 (alternative dates can be discussed)
For more information about the Legnini Group, please visit: Legnini Group at Human Technopole
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