Research fellow in 3d microphysiological systems and cellular response analysis

IIT; Napoli; Hybrid; EUR 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care coverage

Tax deduction up to 90%

Job summary

IIT’s Center for Advanced Biomaterials for Health Care (CABHC) in Naples seeks a Research fellow to advance 3D microphysiological systems and analyze cellular responses.

You will fabricate 3D in vitro models, culture cells, apply imaging and quantitative analysis, and collaborate in an international team using cutting-edge tools.

The position is a 12-month fellowship with a collaboration contract, offering opportunities to contribute to high-impact science and innovation.

Qualifications

• MSc in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology or related field.
• Documented experience with mammalian cell culture and advanced 3D in vitro models.
• Experience in microfabrication, microfluidics, biomaterials, or engineered cell culture platforms.
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy, immunofluorescence, and cell imaging.
• Familiarity with quantitative characterization of cell morphology and behavior under stimuli.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and optimization of 3D in vitro and microphysiological systems.
• Culture and characterization of cells within engineered systems under different conditions.
• Immunofluorescence and advanced cell imaging for morphological/functional characterization.
• Quantitative study of cell morphology, deformation, organization and phenotypic changes in response to stimuli.

Skills

Biomedical Engineering

Mammalian cell culture

Microfabrication

Fluorescence microscopy

Quantitative analysis

English proficiency

Education

MSc in Biomedical Engineering

MSc in Bioengineering

MSc in Biotechnology

Tools

Confocal imaging

Image analysis software

3D cell culture platforms

Job description

Research fellow in 3d microphysiological systems and cellular response analysis

Italy

Commitment & contract: collaboration contract, 12 months, Fellow position

Location: Center for Advanced Biomaterials for Health Care (CABHC), Naples

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

THE ROLE

You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where junior and senior scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal.

The Bio-logic Research unit is coordinated by Prof. Paolo Netti. The research focuses on the engineering and characterization of advanced in vitro systems reproducing key features of physiological and pathological tissue microenvironments. The activity will combine fabrication approaches, advanced cell culture and quantitative imaging to investigate how cellular morphology, organization, and behavior are modulated by biochemical, physical, and mechanical stimuli.

Within the research team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Fabrication and optimization of 3D in vitro and microphysiological systems for the generation of controlled cellular microenvironments
• Culture and characterization of cells within engineered systems under different experimental conditions
• Immunofluorescence and advanced cell imaging for morphological and functional characterization
• Quantitative investigation of cell morphology, deformation, organization, and phenotypic changes in response to external stimuli

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A MSc degree in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or related disciplines
• Documented experience with mammalian cell culture and advanced 3D in vitro models
• Experience or academic training in microfabrication, microfluidics, biomaterials, or fabrication of engineered cell culture platforms
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy, immunofluorescence, and cell imaging
• Familiarity with the quantitative characterization of cellular morphology and behavior in response to controlled stimuli
• Good command of spoken and written English

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Experience with 3D cell culture, dynamic culture systems, or microfluidic devices is considered a plus
• Familiarity with image-analysis tools for quantitative assessment of cell morphology, deformation, migration, or organization
• Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
• Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
• Possess Analytical Reasoning skills and a growth mindset

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• A yearly gross salary of 30.000,00
• Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract
• Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.

Application’s deadline: October 24th, 2026

To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here: https://www.iit.it/en/work-at-iit

\"Gemelli digitali per le malattie del sistema nervoso centrale e la Medicina personalizzata\" (acronimo: GEMINI, hub capofila: RAISE S.c.a.r.l., hub congiunto: MNESYS S.c.a.r.l.) per la realizzazione dell’Azione 1.1.2 prevista dal Decreto Direttoriale n. 307 del 18/03/2025 nell’ambito del Programma Nazionale Ricerca, Innovazione e Competitività per la transizione verde e digitale 2021-2027 (PN-RIC 2021-2027) ammessa al finanziamento in data 03/03/2026 (Decreto Direttoriale n. 766 del 03/03/2026 e relativi allegati, cod. MI 622, MI 1_02824450999_0000622), codice unico di progetto (CUP): B79H26000060007