Predoctoral position (R1) in microglial development and risk of neurodegeneration
We are recruiting a motivated candidate (Predoctoral researcher, PhD candidate) at the Achucarro Basque Center for Neuroscience. The candidate will use mouse models and human iPSC derived cells together with imaging, transcriptomic and epigenetic methods to identify the mechanisms immune memory to  early inflammatory events in conjunction with AD risk genes. The position will start in early 2027.
Summary Information
Profile for this position
The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary and highly collaborative environment within the Glial Cell Biology Lab and will benefit from access to frontline technical resources, under the supervision of the Principal Investigator of the project Dr. Amanda Sierra.
Contract
We offer a 4-year contract as part of the project PID2025-170019OB-I00, funded by  MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and FSE+
Elegibility
- High academic record (>8)
- Merits:
- Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Molecular Biology or any related field
- High level in Basque
- Fluency in written and spoken English
Application deadline
30 Sep, 2026
Expected contract starting date
01 Jan, 2027
How to apply
Candidates should send a cover letter stating their willingness to take up the position and their CV (including the degree’s academic record) and reference letters to Dr. Amanda Sierra.