Life Sciences Post-doctoral fellowship – at ICGEB, Apply Now!
The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), Trieste is inviting applications for a Post-doctoral Fellowship in the Functional Cell Biology Laboratory led by Dr. Luca Braga. Funded by Fondazione CRTrieste, this fellowship is part of the groundbreaking project REPAir: REProgramming the lung to repAir, focusing on identifying new druggable targets in respiratory diseases such as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD). This is a unique opportunity for highly motivated post-doctoral researchers to work in an international, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge drug discovery platforms.
- Position: Post-doctoral fellowship
- Location: Trieste, Italy
About The Institute
The Functional Cell Biology Laboratory is where groundbreaking research is conducted to address key challenges in respiratory diseases. The lab, headed by Dr. Luca Braga and located at ICGEB Trieste, Italy, is currently seeking a talented Post-doctoral fellow to contribute to the REPAir project funded by Fondazione CRTrieste. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of respiratory health, this is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team.
Life Sciences Post-doctoral Fellowship Details
- Duty Station: Trieste, Italy
- Start Date: 1 October 2025
- Duration: 12 months (extension up to 24 months possible)
- Salary Range: โฌ28,000 โ โฌ37,000/year (commensurate with experience & qualifications)
- Funding Source: Fondazione CRTrieste โ REPAir Project
Key Responsibilities
- Lead ambitious projects aimed at identifying novel druggable targets in respiratory diseases.
- Conduct cell-based functional assays and contribute to high-throughput screening (HTS) applications.
- Independently design, execute, and analyze cell-based experiments.
- Utilize advanced software tools for automated image analysis in HTS applications.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary, international team of researchers.
Candidate Requirements
- Essential Qualifications:
- PhD in Molecular Biomedicine, Genetics, Biology, Pharmacology, or related life sciences field.
- Proven expertise in in vitro cell-based functional assays.
- Strong background in cellular and molecular biology techniques.
- Independent experience in HTS assay development and automated image analysis.
- Proficiency in English, excellent communication skills, teamwork ability, and strong motivation.
- Additional Assets (preferred but not required):
- Research experience in lung biology.
- Hands-on work in infectious disease research within BSL-3 facilities.
- Prior experience with laboratory automation and liquid handling systems.
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply by sending the following documents to [email protected] with the subject line โREPAirโ no later than 10 September 2025:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a list of publications
- Cover letter outlining research interests and motivation
- Contact details of two referees (name, address, email, and phone number)
