Ricercatore/Ricercatrice Post-Doc In Modelli

Bozen/Bolzano
Institute for Biomedicine
Eurac Research offers 2 post-doctoral positions in iPSC-derived human neuronal disease modelling and development of high-throughput molecular assays.
The researchers will work within the CELLMED project, which has recently been funded by the European Regional Development Fund.
**Tasks**:
- Establishment and characterization of human iPSC-derived cell models including 3D cultures and organoids for neurological diseases
- Cell-culture, biochemical, molecular, and functional assays
- Confocal imaging
- Data analysis, statistics, and interpretation
- Supervision of students
- Preparation of presentations, manuscripts and grant writing
**Requirements**:
- PhD in neuronal cell biology / physiology or related disciplines with proven experience in neurobiological research
- Experience deriving iPSCs and reprogramming to central / peripheral neurons
- Experience using cellular 3D systems, including organoids or organ-on-chip is an advantage
- Experience in RNA and protein expression analysis, end point functional assays
- Experience in confocal microscopy
- Experience in assessment of mitochondrial function is also an advantage
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Proven track record in publication and in scientific outreach
We offer:
- An innovative and multidisciplinary research environment
- A three-year contract
- Salary proportional to experience
How to apply:
The CELLMED project is funded by the European Regional Development Fund, program "EFRE 2021-2027", project ID EFRE1061.
CUP: D53C24002520009.
- Company: Eurac Research- Location: Bozen/Bolzano
- Contact person: Irene Pichler