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PhD Fellowship in Liver Biology and Metabolic Disease Research Using Omics Institut de Recerca Sant Pau in Spain

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PhD

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Biochemistry

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The position offers a four-year predoctoral contract through the FPU 2026 program. The post does not specify the stipend amount or tuition coverage.

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Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Biology
Nutrition
Obesity
Medical Science
Liver Physiology
Insulin
Biomedicine

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About this position

PhD opportunity in liver biology and metabolic disease research

The Endocrinology, Diabetes and Nutrition Group at the Institut de Recerca Sant Pau in Barcelona, Spain, is seeking a PhD candidate to apply for the FPU 2026 predoctoral fellowship. The project will investigate new molecular mechanisms involved in liver biology and metabolic diseases, including diabetes and obesity.

The research combines cutting-edge omics technologies with experimental and translational approaches. Candidates may work with hepatic organoids, animal models, and human samples in an international, multidisciplinary environment. The position also provides opportunities to develop scientific and university teaching skills.

The opportunity offers a four-year predoctoral contract under the FPU program. Applicants should have a strong academic record and training in health sciences, biomedicine, biotechnology, biochemistry, nutrition, or a related discipline. To apply, send a CV, academic transcript with average grade, and brief motivation letter to Dr Josep Julve and Dr Marina Rojo. Use the subject line “PhD Candidate FPU 2026 — Liver/Metabolic.”

Research keywords: liver biology, metabolic disease, diabetes, obesity, hepatic organoids, omics, translational research, biomedicine, nutrition, and metabolic health.

Funding details

The position offers a four-year predoctoral contract through the FPU 2026 program. The post does not specify the stipend amount or tuition coverage.

What's required

Applicants should have a strong academic record and a background in health sciences, biomedicine, biotechnology, biochemistry, nutrition, or a related field. The application requires a CV, academic transcript including the average grade, and a brief motivation letter. The candidate must be eligible to apply under the FPU 2026 call.

How to apply

Send a CV, academic transcript including the average grade, and a brief motivation letter to Dr Josep Julve at [email protected] and Dr Marina Rojo at [email protected]. Use the subject line “PhD Candidate FPU 2026 — Liver/Metabolic” and apply as soon as possible. Review the official call information at https://lnkd.in/eZSDGKHv.

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