PhD Position in Evolutionary Cell Biology

Organisation / Company Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Research Field Neurosciences » Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Research Support Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 6 Jun 2025 - 23 : 59 (Europe / Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 6 May 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? European Union / Next Generation EU Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

About UIC Barcelona

UIC Barcelona is home to over 8,000 students and offers 16 bachelor’s degree programmes, 26 international double degrees and a wide range of master's and postgraduate degrees, in addition to continuing education courses in different fields of knowledge. Since 1997, we have been teaching people based on academic rigour, a fulfilling university life and enriching life experiences.The UIC Barcelona team is made up of professionals who are qualified not only in the field of teaching, but also in research, management, administration, communication, services and systems. Beyond the professionalism of each individual, at UIC Barcelona you will find a young and dynamic working atmosphere.

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About UAB and the Institute of Neurosciences

The Institut de Neurociències (INc) of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB; ) is one of Spain’s premier research institutions in the field of brain and nervous system disorders. INc is ranked among the best in total number of scientific manuscripts and citations in the Neuroscience ́s field in Spain. The UAB is one of the top-ranked Universities in Spain and has the following facilities and specialized staff : Animal Housing Facilities, Cell Culture Unit, Histology Unit, Advanced Microscopy Core, Molecular Biology Laboratory Service, and Service for Development of Viral Vectors

About your role

We invite applications for 6 month research assistant position. You will be based between the UIC Barcelona and the Autonomous University of Barcelona Institute of Neurosciences where experimental work will be carried out ( ).

The research assistant will support a project using state-of-the-art in vivo brain imaging (multi-photon microscopy / calcium imaging), optogenetic and computational approaches to measure, perturb and analyse neural circuits in awake behaving mice. Experience would be particularly valued in :

• In vivo physiology (electrophysiology or calcium imaging) in neuroscience, especially in the areas of sensory systems, stroke, and neural circuit plasticity
• Experience of working in the rodent sensory system
• Mouse surgery, in particular in cranial window technique and working with AAVs
• Data analysis in Python

Please apply with a CV. Please note that applications may be closed early if sufficient applications have already been received.

Where to apply

E-mail

Requirements

Research Field Neurosciences » Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills / Qualifications

Professional knowledge and experience.

• Experience in in vivo physiology in neuroscience such as electrophysiology or calcium imaging
• Experience in the area of sensory system neuroscience
• Experience of data analysis in Python

Competences

• Initiative and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Great oral and written mastery of English

Specific Requirements

• MSc in neuroscience related subject

Research Field Neurosciences » Other Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

• A temporary position (6 months)
• Good working conditions and a dynamic international scientific environment,a flexible timetable
• A competitive salary according to the qualifications and experience of the candidate

Eligibility criteria

Professional knowledge and experience.

• Experience in in vivo physiology in neuroscience such as electrophysiology or calcium imaging
• Experience in the area of sensory system neuroscience
• Experience of data analysis in Python

Competences

• Initiative and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Great oral and written mastery of English

Selection process

The UIC Barcelona selection process, following that which is outlined in the European OTM-R, will be carried out in two phases : a first pre-selection phase and a second interview phase.

A committee will be tasked with carrying out both phases, both the initial evaluation and the subsequent interview. This committee will be made up of one external expert and two experts from UIC Barcelona.

The following criteria will be assessed in the initial phase :

In the second phase of interviews, the following will be considered :

Presentation of the candidate’s CV relevant to the position

Additional comments

Applications must be submitted via the online application platform.

Candidates will be notified of the status of their applications at all stages of the selection process. The main means of communication during the formal process will be email. The entire selection process will be managed according to strict data protection protocol.

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