The Institute

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG shares principles of an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team that is supported by high-end and innovative technologies and a flexible and efficient administration.

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research' logo from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).

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The role

We are seeking a highly motivated Master’s student to join our project on oocyte dormancy and lifespan. The selected candidate will benefit from a well-structured and personalized training and mentorship program, including experimental training, regular meetings, seminar attendance, data analysis and presentation.

Project description: We are building a small expert team within Elvan’s Böke Lab at the CRG to tackle fundamental questions in female fertility and oocyte proteostasis. Join us in sunny Barcelona and help us discover how oocyte dormancy and longevity are regulated. We combine state-of-art imaging, tissue culture, biochemisty, and proteomic techniques to investigate various aspects of mouse and human oocyte lifespan and quality.

Who would we like to hire

Must Have

• Have basic laboratory experience (not important in which field)
• Be passionate about science, discovery and its process
• Be a team player and show respect toward all colleagues at the institute

Desirable but not required/ Nice to have

• Experience in oocyte, reproductive, and/or developmental biology
• Experience with tissue culture, mouse work, microscopy and/or genomics/proteomics

Education and training

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in biology, biotechnology or related subject

Languages

• Speak fluent English

The Offer

• Duration: 5 months (extendable)

• Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time

• Starting date: September 1, 2026

• Paid internship, 600€/month gross (up to 900€ depending on experience and living expenses)

• Travel and VISA support: financial and administrative support for European and internacional students

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Application Procedure

All applications must include:

1. A Cover letter explaining your motivation to join this project and our lab.
2. A full CV including contact details.
3. Contact details of ½ referees who can provide a reference letter.

All applications must be addressed to Adriano Bolondi (project supervisor)  and be submitted online through the "Apply" button below.

Deadline: Please submit your application by April 1, 2026.