POSITION OFFER
• Opportunity to join a research project focused on the development of an innovative biomaterial for glaucoma treatment.
• Enrolment in the PhD program at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC): “Doctoral Programme in Drug Research and Development” (https://www.usc.gal/en/studies/doctoral-programme/health-sciences/doctoral-programme-drug-research-and-development)
• Supervision by Dr. Anna Abbadessa and Prof. María José Alonso.
• National and international collaborations.
• One-year temporary contract. Support for predoctoral fellowship applications.
• Learn more about our laboratories: https://cimus.usc.gal/es/sobre-cimus/visita-virtual-360o

CANDIDATE PROFILE
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in the biomedical field (minimum of 300 ECTS credits).
• Availability to start in November/December 2025.
• The following qualifications will be highly valued:
– Interest in biomedical research.
– Proactive attitude and problem-solving skills.
– Strong interpersonal skills and ability to integrate into a research group.
– Interest in an international research stay.
– Previous experience in laboratory activities and/or scientific writing.
– Academic record.
– Good level of English.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should send the following documents to Dr. Anna Abbadessa (anna.abbadessa@usc.es) with the subject line “PhD Position Offer – Glaucoma Project” by April 1, 2025:
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover letter (maximum one page) outlining research interests, attitude, and motivation for pursuing a PhD.
• Copy of the academic transcript for undergraduate and master’s degrees. If the degree is still in progress, an incomplete transcript will be accepted.