Build the science that shapes the future of human health. Application closing date: 09.05.2026.Human Technopole (Milan) is a rapidly expanding life science institute where international researchers and cutting‑edge technologies converge to accelerate biomedical discovery. Our mission is to transform bold scientific ideas into advances that improve human health.About the RoleThe successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team that will investigate the host‑virus interplay in the human nervous system. The Research Assistant will report directly to Oliver Harschnitz, Research Group Leader of the Harschnitz Group while working in close collaboration with members of the Vannini Group and the broader NPDs Flagship Research Programme. We are looking for highly motivated and creative stem cell biologists and virologists who have solid experience in human stem cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9 gene‑editing, virology, and molecular biology.Your MissionPerform experiments in the fields of stem cell biology and virologySupport in maintaining hPSC lines and hPSC‑derived cell culturesSupport in generating reliable data for publication in the projects to which they are assigned and record all data and results in specified forms (paper and electronic)Support other laboratory members’ activitiesParticipate in key aspects of general lab management and organization (e.G., ordering/purchasing, managing inventories and stocks of samples, reagents, equipment, and materials)What You’ll BringEssentialsMaster’s degree in a relevant subject area (stem cell biology, virology, neuroscience,



or similar)Experience in hPSC culture and differentiationKnowledge of genome editingKnowledge of molecular biology, genomics, neuroscience, and virologyFluency in English — HT is an international research institutePreferredWorking experience as Laboratory TechnicianExperience in immunocytochemistry and microscopyOrganizational and Social SkillsAbility and interest to learn or develop new methodologiesExcellent communication skillsProblem‑solving skillsAbility to work in an inclusive environment with sensitivity and respect for diversityWhy Human TechnopoleHT offers an international and dynamic workplace, competitive welfare provisions, flexible working policies and relocation support. Researchers moving to Italy may agevolazioni from attractive tax benefits. We promote work–life balance and provide parental support initiatives.How to applyCVMotivation letter (English)Contact details of two refereesThis is a 3‑year contract offered under CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico, Employee Level D3. Salary: € 29k. The position is based in Milan, Italy, within our vibrant international campus.We strongly encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories (L. 68/99). Re encouraged to apply.The Foundation reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend, suspend, modify, revoke, or cancel this job posting without giving rise to any rights or claims whatsoever in favour of the candidates; the Foundation reserves, however, the right not to proceed with the awarding of the above‑described assignment due to the effect of supervening regulatory provisions and/or obstructive circumstances.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Research Assistant - Npds Flagship Research Programme - €29.000 A Year (Roma)
🏢 Human Technopole
📍 Roma