Job ID: 122870

Technologist/Technician in molecular/cellular and behavioral biology of neurodevelopmental disorders.

Position: Technician

Deadline: 31 July 2025

City: Genova

Country: Italy

Institution: Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia

Department:

Description:

Candidates from all life sciences are encouraged to apply.

At IIT, the Life Science Domain hosts interactive groups in neurophysiology, cellular/molecular neurobiology, neurotechnologies and behavioral neuroscience, and it provides state-of-the-art facilities in microscopy, electronics, molecular/cell biology and mouse genetics.

To apply, provide a cover letter, a CV, and the names of three referees to laura.cancedda@iit.it.

 

Commitment & contract: Technician (2 years +1)

Location: IIT Morego, Genova

 

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

 

THE ROLE

You will be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to support IIT research activity.

The Brain development and Disease Lab manages the study of the molecular/cellular underpinning of neurodevelopmental disorders to find new potential therapeutic approaches and is coordinated by Dr Laura Cancedda. This project has been funded to research on the long-lasting negative sequelae of stress exposure during life.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

  • Molecular/cellular biology (required).
  • Behavioral neuroscience (required).

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • A PhD or a master’s in life/natural sciences, medicine, pharmacy, bioengineering or a similar discipline
  • Documented experience in neurobiology
  • Good knowledge of the English language
  • Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong focus on stakeholder needs and expectations

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

  • Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
  • Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
  • Possess analytical reasoning skills and a growth mindset

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

  • Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract
  • Two days of teleworking per week and flexible working hours are available for certain roles
  • Meal vouchers depending on your work contract
  • Candidate holding a bachelor’s or master’s, or PhD, degree who have not been resident in Italy in the last 3 years and move back to Italy to start any work activity, and meet specific requirements, can benefit from a 50% deduction on their income.

 

 

The position will start at the beginning of November.

 

 

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