RNA‑seq PhD positions, programs, scholarships and fellowships

A postdoctoral position in Dr. Polly Hsu's lab at Michigan State University focusing on translational regulation in Arabidopsis and crops. The role involves RNA biology research, next-generation sequencing, and plant molecular biology techniques.

This postdoctoral position at the University of Barcelona investigates the genetic and epigenetic basis of phenotypic plasticity in the mayfly Cloeon dipterum. The project employs functional genomic approaches such as ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, RNA-seq, and bisulfite sequencing, combined with bioinformatic analyses, to study gene regulation and epigenomics involved in colour variations. Candidates are expected to have a PhD in Biological Sciences or a related field, with expertise in epigenomics, transcription factors, chromatin methylation, and programming skills in Python or R. The role offers a full-time contract with a gross salary of 31,500€ per year, starting October 1, 2026, following an application deadline of June 23, 2026.

A postdoctoral position in bioinformatics focusing on lymphoma and leukemia genomics research at the University and Hospital of Perugia, Italy. The role involves analyzing next-generation sequencing data to understand blood cancer pathogenesis and develop precision diagnostic tools under Prof. Enrico Tiacci's supervision.

This postdoctoral fellowship at the Institute of Microbiology of the Czech Academy of Sciences focuses on bioinformatic analyses of gnotobiotic swine transcriptomes to study innate and/or adaptive immunity. The candidate will prepare a competitive MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship application, with funding contingent on award. The position offers flexible working time, six weeks vacation, and access to a unique gnotobiotic pig model.

The Postdoctoral Associate position in Cancer Epidemiology at Baylor College of Medicine focuses on integrating traditional epidemiologic methods with real-world data and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and natural language processing. The role involves analyzing large-scale biomedical datasets, including next-generation sequencing data (RNA-seq, whole-genome/exome), developing novel statistical methods, and contributing to collaborative research with MD Anderson Cancer Center, Rice University, and UTHealth. Candidates will participate in a structured training program, prepare manuscripts, and support patient outcome improvements through electronic health record innovations.

The Nuclear Receptor Signaling Laboratory at the Spanish National Centre for Biotechnology (CNB-CSIC) in Madrid offers a fully funded PhD position investigating how maternal-derived signals, particularly bioactive metabolites in breast milk, regulate metabolic and immune programming in neonates. The project integrates mouse genetics, immunology, metabolism, and systems biology approaches, utilizing state-of-the-art techniques such as tissue-specific knockout models, bulk and single-cell RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, proteomics, metabolomics, and bioinformatics analyses. Successful candidates will join an internationally recognized research group within a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence, gaining access to cutting-edge facilities and interdisciplinary training opportunities.

The Taracena Agarwal Lab at Cornell University seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to investigate the genomic and epigenomic mechanisms underlying sexual dimorphism in somatic tissues of insect disease vectors. The role involves designing experiments, generating and analyzing high‑throughput sequencing data, publishing first‑author manuscripts, presenting at conferences, and receiving direct mentorship and career‑development support.

This postdoctoral position at the University of Birmingham focuses on bacterial chromosome biology and gene regulation in Acinetobacter baumannii. The role involves molecular microbiology research funded by a Wellcome Discovery award, with collaboration opportunities at Oxford and Exeter universities.

The University of Hong Kong seeks a Post-doctoral Fellow to conduct sequencing data analysis and develop analytical tools in immunology, focusing on HIV and cancer immunotherapy. The role requires a Ph.D. (preferably in Bioinformatics), expertise in bulk and single‑cell RNA‑seq, and offers a competitive salary, with applications due 31 July 2026.

This postdoctoral position focuses on bioinformatics and regenerative biology using the crustacean Parhyale hawaiensis as an emerging model for leg regeneration. The successful candidate will analyze existing single-nucleus RNA-seq data to trace cell differentiation trajectories during regeneration. Funded by an FRM grant for 4–6 months starting September 2026, the role requires a PhD or equivalent, 1–4 years of research experience, and strong English communication skills. The work will be conducted at the Institute of Functional Genomics of Lyon in an international team.

This postdoctoral position at Cornell University's Angrawal Lab focuses on studying transcriptomic responses to insect diet and toxins using the milkweed-insect community as a model system. The role involves experimental and computational research, data analysis, and scientific writing.

This postdoctoral position involves research on transcriptomic responses to insect diet and toxins using the milkweed-insect community as a model system. The role requires expertise in RNA-seq, bioinformatics, and molecular genetic techniques to study gene expression underlying insect diet specialization and sequestration.

The postdoctoral position is part of an ANR-funded project entitled “Decoding Neural Ensembles Responsible for the Long-Term Consequences of Pain,” hosted at the Institute of Cellular and Integrative Neuroscience (INCI) in Strasbourg, France. Under the supervision of Dr. Ipek Yalcin, the successful candidate will investigate transcriptomic and epigenetic adaptations in the anterior cingulate cortex under chronic pain conditions, using vTRAP, RNA‑seq, and DNA methylation sequencing. The role involves molecular and bioinformatic analyses, manuscript preparation, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team studying neuropathic pain and associated mood disorders.