Integrative analysis of the cellular identity of components of the neurosecretory brain-gut axis in sea urchin

Position: Post-doctoral research appointment Institute: Zoological Station Anton Dohrn of Naples

Posted on: 27/05/2026 Elapsing!

Deadline: 05/06/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

05/BIOS-04 - Comparative Anatomy, Cell Biology And Developmental Biology

Description

The research program aims at studying the molecular and cellular mechanisms regulating thedevelopment and function of neurosecretory systems involved in communication between the nervous system and the digestive system in the sea urchin Paracentrotus lividus. Research willinclude the analysis of gene expression and the morphological and cellular organization ofneurosecretory celi types during development, using molecular, cellular, and developmentalbiology approaches, integrateci with advanced microscopy analyses. Laboratory experience in molecular biology techniques (genomic DNA extraction, RNAextraction, real-time qPCR, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry) and in the analysisand processing of gene expression data is required.

Compensation

28,400 Euro

Job posting website

https://www.szn.it/index.php/it/bandi-e-concorsi/bandi-di-concorso/incarichi-post-doc/bandi-attivi

Number of positions

Maximum duration

12.0

Funding body

Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn

How to apply

ufficio.protocollo@cert.szn.it; stazione.zoologica@szn.it

Selection process

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Competition based on qualifications and interview. The assessment of the candidates will be conducted by a special jury, which will examine the qualifications and the performance of an interview aimed at ascertaining the candidate's professional expertise in scientific, as well as his attitude to carry out specific research subject of the application a) MSc degree in Biological sciences or equivalent qualification obtained abroad;b) PhD title or equivalent qualification obtained in Italy or abroad, or possession of a scientific and professional curriculum suitable for carrying out research activitiesc) Knowledge of English

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