Fondazione Telethon ETS
PhD Opportunities in Advanced Gene and Cell Therapy – MSCA COFUND RAREFIND
Fondazione Telethon ETS, Italy, New York, United States
Organisation/Company Fondazione Telethon ETS Research Field Biological sciences Chemistry Medical sciences Pharmacological sciences Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Italy Application Deadline 31 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Rome) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe – COFUND Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number 101217387 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description Applications are invited for
11 Marie Skłodowska-Curie (MSCA COFUND) Doctoral Candidate
positions within
RAREFIND , a doctoral training programme led by
Fondazione Telethon , hosted at the
Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM)
in Pozzuoli (Naples) and the
San Raffaele Telethon Institute for Gene Therapy (SR-Tiget)
in Milan, in partnership with
Scuola Universitaria Superiore Pavia (IUSS) . RAREFIND trains the next generation of scientists in advanced
gene and cell therapies , combining cutting-edge research with a structured curriculum in scientific and transferable skills.
The positions are full-time and focus on experimental research across
gene editing ,
gene therapy technologies ,
immunology ,
in vivo disease modelling ,
next-generation sequencing (NGS) ,
proteomics/spatial omics , and
translational/clinical applications . Fellows will train in a highly collaborative environment and benefit from state-of-the-art facilities across the Fondazione Telethon institutes.
Hold a
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, chemistry, or related disciplines.
Not already hold (or have defended)
a doctoral degree.
Comply with the
MSCA mobility rule : applicants must not have lived or carried out their main activities (work, studies) in Italy for more than
12 months in the 36 months immediately before the call deadline.
Demonstrate
strong proficiency in English , both spoken and written.
Languages: ENGLISH Level Excellent
Additional Information
Employment & salary:
Full employment under Italian law with social protections. €3,300/month gross (composed of €2,800 living + €500 mobility), plus €100/month family allowance where applicable; national deductions apply. Duration aligns with a three-year PhD.
Leave & social security:
Paid sick leave, maternity/paternity/parental leave, and comprehensive social coverage.
Facilities & services:
Access to state-of-the-art labs at TIGEM and SR-TIGET, strong admin and PMT support, EURAXESS migration/relocation assistance (visas, permits), induction materials (e.g., TIGEM Welcome Kit), and on-site childcare options.
Training & career development (credit-bearing):
Structured curriculum (ECTS), summer school, conference on research integrity, workshop on translation/regulation, weekly seminars and data clubs, plus Career Development Plan and mentoring.
Intersectoral & international exposure:
Planned secondments between TIGEM and SR-TIGET across basic, translational, and clinical environments; interactions with connected biotech companies.
Work Location(s) Number of offers available 6 Company/Institute Telethon Institute of genetics and Medicine TIGEM Country Italy State/Province Naples City Pozzuoli Postal Code 80078 Street Via Campi Flegrei 34
Number of offers available 5 Company/Institute San Raffaele Telethon Institute for Gene Therapy SR-Tiget Country Italy State/Province Milan City Milan Postal Code 20132 Street Via Olgettina 60 Geofield
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Offer Description Applications are invited for
11 Marie Skłodowska-Curie (MSCA COFUND) Doctoral Candidate
positions within
RAREFIND , a doctoral training programme led by
Fondazione Telethon , hosted at the
Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM)
in Pozzuoli (Naples) and the
San Raffaele Telethon Institute for Gene Therapy (SR-Tiget)
in Milan, in partnership with
Scuola Universitaria Superiore Pavia (IUSS) . RAREFIND trains the next generation of scientists in advanced
gene and cell therapies , combining cutting-edge research with a structured curriculum in scientific and transferable skills.
The positions are full-time and focus on experimental research across
gene editing ,
gene therapy technologies ,
immunology ,
in vivo disease modelling ,
next-generation sequencing (NGS) ,
proteomics/spatial omics , and
translational/clinical applications . Fellows will train in a highly collaborative environment and benefit from state-of-the-art facilities across the Fondazione Telethon institutes.
Hold a
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, chemistry, or related disciplines.
Not already hold (or have defended)
a doctoral degree.
Comply with the
MSCA mobility rule : applicants must not have lived or carried out their main activities (work, studies) in Italy for more than
12 months in the 36 months immediately before the call deadline.
Demonstrate
strong proficiency in English , both spoken and written.
Languages: ENGLISH Level Excellent
Additional Information
Employment & salary:
Full employment under Italian law with social protections. €3,300/month gross (composed of €2,800 living + €500 mobility), plus €100/month family allowance where applicable; national deductions apply. Duration aligns with a three-year PhD.
Leave & social security:
Paid sick leave, maternity/paternity/parental leave, and comprehensive social coverage.
Facilities & services:
Access to state-of-the-art labs at TIGEM and SR-TIGET, strong admin and PMT support, EURAXESS migration/relocation assistance (visas, permits), induction materials (e.g., TIGEM Welcome Kit), and on-site childcare options.
Training & career development (credit-bearing):
Structured curriculum (ECTS), summer school, conference on research integrity, workshop on translation/regulation, weekly seminars and data clubs, plus Career Development Plan and mentoring.
Intersectoral & international exposure:
Planned secondments between TIGEM and SR-TIGET across basic, translational, and clinical environments; interactions with connected biotech companies.
Work Location(s) Number of offers available 6 Company/Institute Telethon Institute of genetics and Medicine TIGEM Country Italy State/Province Naples City Pozzuoli Postal Code 80078 Street Via Campi Flegrei 34
Number of offers available 5 Company/Institute San Raffaele Telethon Institute for Gene Therapy SR-Tiget Country Italy State/Province Milan City Milan Postal Code 20132 Street Via Olgettina 60 Geofield
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