The Plass Lab at the Universitat de Barcelona, led by Associate Professor Mireya Plass, is seeking talented PhD students to join their research group through the Joan Oró PhD scholarship. The lab focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying Alzheimer's Disease, with a particular emphasis on post-transcriptional regulation in cell differentiation and its alteration in neurodegenerative diseases. Research projects will utilize a combination of computational and experimental approaches, including single-cell transcriptomics, cellular reprogramming, and the study of alternative polyadenylation.

The group investigates how post-transcriptional regulatory processes contribute to cell identity and differentiation, both in healthy and disease conditions. By differentiating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into various neural cell types, the lab aims to characterize gene expression changes and identify pathways involved in the onset and progression of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. Candidates with backgrounds in computational biology, experimental biology, or a mix of both are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility requirements include completion of undergraduate or Master's studies within the European Higher Education Area, a Master's degree obtained after January 1, 2023, no more than 12 months of prior predoctoral staff grant experience, and an academic transcript average grade above 8. The position is funded by the Joan Oró PhD scholarship, though specific details about the stipend and tuition coverage are not provided.

Interested candidates should contact Mireya Plass by email ([email protected]) with their academic transcript and CV. The lab offers a dynamic research environment at the Universitat de Barcelona, with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research in Alzheimer's Disease, molecular biology, computational biology, and neurodegeneration.