Bioinformatica jobs in Italy

IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy, is looking for a bioinformatician (junior or senior level) to join the Laboratory of Molecular Neurobiology (Group Leader, Dr. Dario Bonanomi). The lab investigates neurovascular mechanisms that regulate nervous system physiology and pathology, with a focus on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and nerve repair Martins et al., 2022 Bhat et al., 2024 Ruiz de Almodovar et al., 2025.

The work will be carried out within the framework of a recently awarded ERC Synergy Grant, offering opportunities for international collaboration and scientific exchange.

The successful candidate will also interact closely with the Center for Omics Sciences of IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, which brings together a large community of bioinformaticians and provides an ideal collaborative environment for exchange of expertise and bioinformatics skills development.

Analysis of transcriptomic datasets to explore the crosstalk between vascular, neuronal, and immune cells at neurovascular interfaces in health and disease.

• Programming in R and/or Python;
• Experience with analysis of next-generation sequencing transcriptomic datasets (bulk / single-cell RNA‑seq; spatial transcriptomics).

Strong interest in biological data interpretation.

• Proven contribution to peer‑reviewed publications;
• Ability to organize analyses and figures for publication.

Expertise in neuroscience and/or vascular biology is a plus.

• Type of contract: The contract type and salary will be adjusted according to experience and profile;
• Duration: 1–3 years;

IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Via Olgettina, number 60 - Milan (Italy).

At San Raffaele Scientific Institute, a world‑renowned center of excellence for clinical and scientific activities, we believe that considering diversity and promoting an open and inclusive environment is crucial to our success. We are committed to ensure that equal employment opportunities are provided and based on merit without regard to age, religion, sex, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, cultural and social backgrounds, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We offer attractive conditions and rewards appropriate to an internationally competitive research organization.