Innovative Nucleic Acids Technologies Analysis, Detection and Treatment - INTACT Doctoral

Organisation/Company Univeristy of Udine Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Medical sciences » Cancer research Chemistry » Biochemistry Chemistry » Molecular chemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Italy Final date to receive applications 31 Jan 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Rome) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Horizon Europe - MSCA Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number  Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

The INT2

ACT consortium, coordinated by the University of Udine, has been awarded funding from the European Union’s Marie Skłodowska‑Curie Actions (MSCA) to launch a new Doctoral Network. The project aims to advance the use of nucleic acids (NAs), the building blocks of genetic material, in personalised medicine. The project unites top universities and industry partners to develop new ways to detect and study NAs from patient samples, improve RNA sequencing and create better methods for designing and delivering NA‑based treatments.

Alongside its scientific goals, INT2

ACT will also train 15 doctoral candidates (DCs) through a unique programme that prepares them for successful careers both within and beyond academia. The project will begin in January 2026, offering 15 fully funded PhD positions.

• A thorough scientific education in the frame of a doctoral training program.
• The possibility to participate in specific international courses, workshops and conferences.
• Strong involvement in a European research project with high international visibility.
• The possibility to perform research visits to internationally renowned research labs in Europe.
• A prestigious three‑year MSCA Fellowship.

• Applicants can be of any nationality.
• Applicants must hold a MSc or equivalent in the field required for the corresponding vacancy.
• Applicants must be eligible to enrol on a PhD programme at the host institution (or at a designated university in case the host institution is a non‑academic organisation).
• Applicants must have the necessary academic skills and background to make the success of a doctoral degree.

MSCA Mobility Rule: researchers must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the host organisation for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the recruitment date. Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status are not taken into account.

Additionally, DC applicants must fulfill the local requirements of the recruiting institutions.