Within the framework of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie COFUND program, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences offers an up to 3-year-long postdoctoral fellowship through the Momentum MSCA Program. The position is available in the newly established HAS–HUN-REN BRC Lendület (“Momentum”) Translational Lab-on-a-Chip Models Research Group, led by Dr. Fruzsina Walter, at the HUN-REN Biological Research Centre in Szeged, Hungary.
The research group works in close synergy with the Biological Barriers Research Group, headed by Prof. Mária Deli, providing a strong and internationally recognized basis for BBB research.
Further information about the program is available at https://momentummsca.mta.hu/
Research Focus
The project aims to develop novel lab-on-a-chip platforms to study blood–brain barrier functions in health and disease. Building on extensive expertise in in vitro BBB modeling, the group focuses on:
- Human stem cell-based BBB culture systems
- Integration of BBB models into microfluidic and microelectronic devices
Further project details can be discussed with interested candidates.
Candidate Profile – Required Qualifications
- PhD or MD/PhD in life sciences or a related field
- Good publication record to be able to apply for the MSCA program
- Advanced cell culture experience, preferably related to barrier modeling
(minimum requirement: experience with functional barrier assays)
- Established experience in confocal microscopy
- Molecular biology background (e.g. PCR, Western blot, ELISA)
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Desirable Qualifications
- Stem cell handling experience
- Flow cytometry knowledge
- Data analysis software proficiency
- Experience with large datasets
- Programming skills
What We Offer
- An up to 3-year MSCA COFUND fellowship with competitive salary and extensive training opportunities
- Access to the comprehensive research infrastructure of the HUN-REN BRC, including: animal facility, imaging core, flow cytometry, proteomics, RNA sequencing, metabolomics etc.
- Strong opportunities for career development, participation in international collaborations, conference attendance
- A friendly, motivated, and interdisciplinary research team
Important:
The application deadline for the MSCA COFUND program is the end of January 2026.
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the group leader directly:
Dr. Fruzsina Walter
HUN-REN Biological Research Centre, Szeged
email: