A postdoctoral opportunity is available in the field of Biophysics at SISSA, Trieste, Italy, as part of the ERC-scale project “Exploring RNA Dynamics across Scales: From Base Pairs to Viral Genomes.” This project is funded by the Italian Minister of University and Research with a total budget of approximately 1.9 million Euros over five years. The research focuses on understanding RNA dynamics using advanced molecular simulations, enhanced sampling techniques, and RNA structural biology, with applications ranging from base pairs to viral genomes. Candidates with expertise in molecular simulations, enhanced sampling, RNA structural biology, secondary-structure modeling, or high-performance computing are encouraged to apply.

The position is offered as a standard SISSA employment contract (“Contratto di ricerca”), providing full social-security and pension contributions. The gross annual salary is about 39,000 EUR, with a net salary typically between 27,000 and 35,000 EUR depending on individual fiscal conditions. Candidates who have worked abroad recently may qualify for tax exemptions, increasing their net salary. A one-time relocation reimbursement of up to 1,000 EUR is also available. Trieste offers a high quality of life and a relatively low cost of living compared to other European university cities, making this position particularly attractive.

The International School for Advanced Studies (SISSA) is renowned for its research in physics, biology, and related fields. The project is led by a team of experts and offers a stimulating environment for postdoctoral researchers interested in RNA dynamics, biophysics, and computational biology. The application deadline is February 15, 2026. Interested candidates should visit the project page and fill out the interest form, preparing their CV and relevant documents as part of the application process.