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Instituto de Neurociencias de Alicante, CSIC-UMH

Fully Funded PhD in Neuroscience (Optic Nerve Injury/Regeneration, Retinal Ganglion Cell Axons) Instituto de Neurociencias (CSIC-UMH) in Spain

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Fully funded 4-year FPI predoctoral contract. Includes training in a multidisciplinary, international neuroscience environment and access to cutting-edge technologies and research facilities.

Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

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Spain

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Instituto de Neurociencias de Alicante, CSIC-UMH

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Keywords

Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Biology
Quantitative Analysis
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Mouse Genetics
Developmental Neuroscience

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About this position

Fully funded PhD opportunity in Neuroscience at the Instituto de Neurociencias (CSIC-UMH) in Spain, in the Eloisa Herrera Lab. The project focuses on mouse genetics, optic nerve injury and regeneration, molecular and cellular approaches, advanced microscopy, and quantitative analysis of retinal ganglion cell axons.

This opening is aimed at candidates with an MSc or equivalent in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, or a related field. Prior experience with mouse models, histology, microscopy, or image analysis is helpful but not required. The post emphasizes motivation for developmental and regenerative neuroscience, along with curiosity, rigor, teamwork, and good English communication skills.

Funding is provided through a 4-year FPI predoctoral contract, described as fully funded. The position offers training in a multidisciplinary, international, dynamic research environment, with access to advanced facilities at a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence jointly run by CSIC and Universidad Miguel Hernández.

To apply, email [email protected] with the subject FPI-ReVis and include your CV, a short motivation letter, and contact details for 1-2 referees. The deadline stated in the post is September 31, 2026.

Funding details

Fully funded 4-year FPI predoctoral contract. Includes training in a multidisciplinary, international neuroscience environment and access to cutting-edge technologies and research facilities.

What's required

MSc or equivalent in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, or a related field. Strong motivation for developmental and regenerative neuroscience is valued. Experience with mouse models, histology, microscopy, or image analysis is an advantage but not essential. Good English communication skills, curiosity, rigor, and teamwork are expected.

How to apply

Send your CV, a short motivation letter, and contact details of 1-2 referees to [email protected] with subject line 'FPI-ReVis'. Scan the QR code in the poster for full details.

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