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CRG International PhD Programme 2027 in Genomics, Molecular Biology and Biomedical Research Centre for Genomic Regulation in Spain

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PhD

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Selected PhD students receive an annual work contract with a competitive salary for four years under applicable national regulations, plus full health and occupational insurance coverage and inclusion in the Spanish Social Security System. Up to five fellowships are funded by MICIU/AEI and FSE+; remaining positions are funded by individual laboratories through ERC grants, CRG core funding and other project-based support. Accommodation and flight tickets are provided for invited in-person intervi

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Nov 22, 2026

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Cell Biology
Computer Science
Molecular Biology
Evolutionary Biology
Chemistry
Microbiology
Biomedical Engineering
Cancer Biology
Biology
Structural Biology
Computational Biology
Systems Biology
Rna Biology
Neuropsychology
Epigenetic
Genomic
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Bioinformatic
Physics
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About this position

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona, Spain, invites applications to its CRG International PhD Programme 2027. The call offers PhD research opportunities across internationally recognised laboratories working in genomics, molecular and cell biology, computational biology, RNA biology, epigenetics, cancer, neuroscience, evolutionary biology, microbiology and bioengineering.

Projects include single-cell genomics and lineage tracing, genome regulation, chromatin and 3D genomics, RNA translation and decay, alternative splicing, cancer biology, stem-cell engineering, quantitative genetics, microbiome interactions, environmental DNA, protein design, mitochondrial biology, neurodegeneration and protein engineering. Applicants may select up to two CRG laboratories.

Eligible candidates of any nationality should hold a Bachelor's and Master's degree in biomedical sciences within the European Higher Education System, totaling at least 300 ECTS, or an equivalent qualification permitting PhD study in Spain. An excellent academic record, prior research experience, strong commitment to research and high working knowledge of English are required. Complete applications must include transcripts, research information and two reference letters.

Successful students receive a four-year annual work contract with a competitive salary, full health and occupational insurance, and Spanish Social Security coverage. Up to five fellowships are funded by MICIU/AEI and FSE+, while other positions are supported by CRG laboratories through ERC, core and project funding. The application deadline is 22 November 2026, with expected PhD starts by October 2027.

Funding details

Selected PhD students receive an annual work contract with a competitive salary for four years under applicable national regulations, plus full health and occupational insurance coverage and inclusion in the Spanish Social Security System. Up to five fellowships are funded by MICIU/AEI and FSE+; remaining positions are funded by individual laboratories through ERC grants, CRG core funding and other project-based support. Accommodation and flight tickets are provided for invited in-person intervi

What's required

Applicants of any nationality may apply. Candidates must hold a university Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree in biomedical sciences within the European Higher Education System, totaling at least 300 ECTS, or an equivalent degree allowing them to begin a PhD thesis in Spain. Degrees expected by September 2027 are eligible. Applicants need an excellent academic record, previous research experience, a strong commitment to scientific research, and a high working knowledge of English. Candidates previously invited to CRG PhD call interviews, currently completing a Master's degree at CRG, or who have worked at CRG for more than three months before the deadline are ineligible. Applications must include complete academic and supporting information, translated transcripts where necessary, and two reference letters.

How to apply

Register and submit the complete application online through the CRG application system by 22 November 2026; applications by email are not accepted. Provide education details, transcripts, research experience, scientific interests, awards and two referees, and select up to two CRG labs. Ensure all documents and reference letters are submitted before the deadline.

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