PhD Position in Developmental Neurobiology – Nervous System Evolution in C. elegans and Other Nematodes

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Offer Description: Nuria Flames’ group at the Instituto de Biomedicina de Valencia (IBV-CSIC), Spain, is looking for a highly motivated young researcher interested in carrying out their predoctoral training in a stimulating scientific environment. The laboratory employs a multidisciplinary approach combining cellular biology, genomics, molecular genetics and bioinformatics in murine and C. elegans animal models to investigate the transcriptional and post-transcriptional mechanisms involved in the specification, plasticity and evolution of neuron types relevant in health and disease. The laboratory is currently funded by the Spanish Government and the European Union through an ERC Consolidator Grant. Requirements: Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Education Level Bachelor Degree or equivalent Skills/Qualifications Degree in Biology, Biotechnology or another bioscience-related field, obtained after 1 January 2022, with an average grade higher than 8. Master’s degree or currently enrolled in a Master’s programme during the 2026–2027 academic year. Specific Requirements Additional merits that will be considered: Additional education, courses or workshops. Publication record and/or contributions to congresses. Bioinformatics knowledge. English knowledge. Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Additional Information: Benefits The position offers: A 4-year predoctoral contract starting on 1 January 2027. Predoctoral training in a stimulating scientific environment at the Instituto de Biomedicina de Valencia (IBV-CSIC). Multidisciplinary training including cellular and molecular biology, behavioral assays, generation and analysis of -omics data, and bioinformatics. Eligibility criteria A degree in Biology, Biotechnology or another bioscience-related field obtained after 1 January 2022. An average grade higher than 8. A Master’s degree or being enrolled in a Master’s programme during the 2026–2027 academic year. Selection process Interested candidates should submit: Curriculum Vitae. Qualification records from their degree. Motivation letter. Applications must be sent to [email protected] before 15 November 2026 . The eligibility requirements and the additional merits specified in the offer will be taken into consideration when assessing candidates.

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