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University of Barcelona

PhD Position in Synaptic Transmission, Neurobiology, and ALS-Related Neuronal Circuit Dysfunction University of Barcelona in Spain

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Neuroscience

Funding

Available

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Spain

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University of Barcelona

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Neuroscience
Biology
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Synaptic Transmission
Dna Analysis
Bioanalysis

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About this position

PhD position at the University of Barcelona in the Laboratory of Neurobiology – Molecular Mechanisms of Synaptic Transmission (PI: Dr. Artur Llobet), based at the Institute of Neurosciences, Bellvitge campus, Spain.

The project focuses on the synaptic role of stathmin-2 (STMN2) in neuronal circuit dysfunction and repair, with a disease link to ALS. Research activities mentioned include behavioral testing (motor and sensory) and genetic analysis in knockout STMN2 X. tropicalis tadpoles.

Eligibility highlights: EU citizenship, 300 ECTS completed or enrolled in an official master's degree, and highest grades. Preferred experience includes systems neuroscience, animal work, and programming/quantitative analysis skills in IgorPro, MATLAB, Python, C++.

PhD program: Biomedicine. Preselection is indicated for Sep–Oct 2026, with start in 2027. To apply, send a motivation letter, CV, ECTS marks record, and 2 referee contacts to [email protected].

Funding details

Available

What's required

EU citizenship; 300 ECTS completed or currently enrolled in an official master's degree; highest grades. Preferred background includes systems neuroscience, animal work, programming in IgorPro, MATLAB, Python, or C++, and quantitative biological analysis. Applicants should submit a motivation letter, CV, ECTS marks record, and two referee contacts.

How to apply

Email the application materials to [email protected]. Include a motivation letter, CV, ECTS marks record, and two referee contacts.

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