PHD Student position in Life Sciences (Molecular Toxicology/ Nutritional Biochemistry)

Job description Are you seeking a PhD opportunity in

Molecular Toxicology

or

Nutritional Biochemistry ? If you are a highly motivated graduate student eager to explore complex biological mechanisms, this call deserves your attention. A fully funded PhD position is available in our laboratory within the

PhD Program in Life Sciences

(XLII Cycle) at the Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro (Italy). Candidates joining our group may choose between two complementary and high‑impact research lines. The first project aims to uncover the metabolic function of an intriguing and understudied enzyme, potentially central to the health benefits of polyphenol‑rich diets, tumor biology, and beyond its conventional role in Phase I drug metabolism. The second project is ideal for candidates with a strong interest in clinical and translational research, focusing on the evaluation of nutraceuticals and the molecular mechanisms underlying their efficacy. Both projects integrate advanced omics technologies, data‑mining approaches, and benefit from international collaborations with leading research centers. If you see yourself contributing to innovative biomedical research, this is the moment to apply. See the PhD program call: 2026 - 2027 -

Area biomedica-farmacologica ,

PhD program in Life Sciences ,

Dottorato in Scienze della Vita

; Deadline: August 3, 2026, 12:00 PM (CET) Call & Application details: https://lnkd.in/dDtmKZrs Before applying, please contact: janda@unicz.it Company Description The

Department of Health Sciences

at the

Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro

is a multidisciplinary academic environment dedicated to advancing health‑related research and education. Located within the Medical School Campus in the Germaneto valley, the department brings together researchers, clinicians, and students to tackle scientific challenges in the life sciences. It offers access to

modern laboratories ,

collaborative research groups , and

international partnerships , providing an ideal setting for high‑quality doctoral training. Role Description As a PhD student in Molecular and Cellular Toxicology Lab, you will enter a research environment already enriched with a substantial body of unpublished data, giving you a powerful head start. You will have the opportunity to contribute to ongoing projects or to develop your own innovative research line, addressing high‑impact biological questions from the very beginning of your doctoral journey. This privileged starting point will accelerate the preparation of scientific manuscripts, strengthen your scientific output, and help you build a competitive publication record early in your career. Qualifications Graduate degree

(MSc, Laurea Magistrale) in Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine, or related fields.; candidates nearing completion are welcome to apply. See

Call & Application details: https://lnkd.in/dDtmKZrs Excellent English communication skills ; Italian is a plus but not essential. Hands‑on lab experience

is valued and will strengthen the application. Collaborative mindset

combined with strong organizational skills and scientific independence. Drive to produce impactful research , publish high‑quality papers, and engage with the scientific community. Basic competence in data analysis

or willingness to acquire it rapidly. Calabrian origin can be an advantage for

Italian applicants , but all candidates willing to relocate to Catanzaro will be considered and assessed based on their

professional skills .