Pica Code IR-2026-102 Molecular analysis of increase of cGMP in the murine retina

Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research; Italia; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIMORE is seeking a researcher to assess cGMP levels in retinal tissue and cellular models related to RP. The role involves analyzing cGMP changes after applying neuroprotective agents and contributing to the project using established retinal models.

Responsibilities include data collection, interpretation, and collaboration with the team under a selective public procedure based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Assessment of cGMP in retinal tissue and RP models.
• Experience with cellular retinal models is preferred.
• Knowledge of neuroprotective agents in photoreceptors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assess cGMP levels in retinas with Aipl1 and P23H mutations.
• Analyze changes in cGMP following treatment with neuroprotective agents.
• Support the selective public procedure based on qualifications.

Skills

cGMP analysis

retina biology

neuroprotection

cellular models

Job description

Organisation/Company UNIMORE Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 20 Nov 2026 - 13:00 (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

Assessment of cGMP levels in retinas with Aipl1 mutations and a P23H mutation in rhodopsin and in cellular models of RP. Analysis of changes in cGMP following treatment of photoreceptors with neuroprotective agents.

• Italy

Eligibility of fellows: country/ies of residence:

• OTHER

Eligibility of fellows: nationality/ies:

• OTHER

Selection process

selective public procedure based on qualifications