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University of Barcelona

PhD Candidate in Pharmacology at Universitat de Barcelona Universitat de Barcelona in Spain

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Pharmacology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

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Spain

University

University of Barcelona

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Keywords

Pharmacology
Biology
Metabolic Syndrome
Neuropsychology
Medical Science
Pharmacy
Neuropharmacology
Neurodegenerative Disease
Insulin
Biomedicine

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PhD candidate in Pharmacology at the Universitat de Barcelona, Spain.

This predoctoral contract is focused on pharmacological sciences, with research directions in neuropharmacology (including neurodegenerative maladies and psychoactive drugs) and pharmacology of metabolism (diabetes, MASLD, metabolic syndrome).

The successful candidate will join the UB Dr. Antoni Esteve and Subirana Research Chair in Pharmacology and contribute to research project design, experimental work, data analysis, and dissemination/publication activities. The role involves laboratory-based research using various techniques and equipment, plus participation in congresses and research activities.

Eligibility highlights: Master degree or equivalent in Health Sciences; BSc/MSc background in Pharmacy, Biomedicine, Medicine, or similar; eligibility for admission to relevant UB PhD programs (Biotechnology, Biomedicine, Neuroscience, or Research, Development and Control of Medicines). Experience or studies in pharmacology, cell and animal models, and molecular biology techniques are valued. English is required at a good level and Spanish at a basic level.

Contract and location: Full-time temporary contract, 37.5 hours per week, based in Barcelona, Spain, at the Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences.

Deadline: 14 Sep 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Madrid). The offer notes that the starting date is estimated and may depend on administrative processing.

How to apply: Submit your application via the official UB call page / Euraxess listing. Review the call details carefully and prepare transcripts and supporting documents. If selected, you must accept the offer within 5 working days of notification.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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