Molecular identity and spontaneous activity of pacemaker neurons during cerebral cortex development (ref. D.R. 124/2026)

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HUMANITAS UNIVERSITY invites applications for a research role focusing on how intrinsic molecular programs define neuronal identity during cerebral cortex development and the emergence of spontaneous activity guiding circuit formation. The project seeks candidates with a strong background in biological or biomedical sciences, capable of contributing to cutting-edge neurodevelopmental research.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Biological, Biomedical or related Sciences and be eligible to work in

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological, Biomedical or related Sciences, obtained in Italy or an equivalent qualification obtained abroad.

Responsibilities

• Understand how intrinsic molecular programs define the functional identity of neurons during cerebral cortex development and contribute to the emergence of spontaneous activity that drives neuronal circuit formation.

Education

PhD in Biological, Biomedical or related Sciences

Job description

Organisation/Company HUMANITAS UNIVERSITY Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 27 Oct 2026 - 12:00 (UTC) Country Italy Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The project aims to understand how intrinsic molecular programs define the functional identity of neurons during cerebral cortex development and contribute to the emergence of spontaneous activity that drives neuronal circuit formation.

PhD in Biological, Biomedical or related Sciences, obtained in Italy or an equivalent qualification obtained abroad.

• Italy

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• EUROPE

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