Pre-Doctoral Position in Functional Genomics – Cacchiarelli Lab

May 07, 2025

Where: Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM), Pozzuoli, Naples, Italy.

When: The position is available starting as soon as possible.

What: We're looking for a motivated biologist or biotechnologist with a strong background in molecular biology, genetics and genomics, and hands-on experience in basic molecular biology techniques.

We're focused on cutting-edge research in:

  • Regenerative medicine (leveraging multi-omics to understand cell differentiation);
  • Functional genomics (deep mutational scanning for disease gene identification in rare disorders and oncology; multimodal study of TFs);
  • Medical genomics (whole genome/exome/transcriptome/epigenome sequencing of human samples);

Salary & Benefits: The salary for this position ranges will be commensurated with expertise.

Essentials:

  • MS in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics or related disciplines
  • 1-2 years of hands-on experience with molecular biology
  • Preferred experience with sequencing techniques
  • Solid understanding of molecular biology and genomics

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with high-throughput sequencing technologies (RNA-seq, DNA-seq, scRNA-seq, ATAC-seq)
  • Molecular cloning and PCR procedures
  • Knowledge of basic and advanced basic and clinical genetics
  • Familiarity with basic online bioinformatic tools (Gene Ontology, allignments, oligo design)

How to Apply: Send your CV, a motivational letter, and the contact info of two referees to d.cacchiarelli@tigem.it
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About TIGEM: The Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM) is a leading research institute dedicated to the study of genetic diseases. Located in Pozzuoli (NA, Italy), TIGEM is committed to advancing scientific knowledge and translating research findings into therapeutic solutions. TIGEM does not discriminate based on sex, race, gender orientation, sexuality, or disability. The selection committee for this role encourages applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all applications equally irrespective of the aforementioned characteristics.