Undergraduate & Master’s Research – Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) – Barcelona

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) offers highly motivated undergraduate and master’s students the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in a world-class international scientific environment. These training opportunities are designed to encourage students of all nationalities to pursue scientific careers while developing advanced research and transferable skills.

Students joining CRG become part of a center of excellence in biomedical and life sciences, working within interdisciplinary research teams and benefiting from state-of-the-art core technologies, high-profile scientific seminars, and structured training in complementary skills.

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Why Train at CRG?

• International, multidisciplinary research environment

• Access to cutting-edge scientific infrastructure and core technologies

• Exposure to leading scientists through seminars and workshops

• Integration into active, high-impact research programmes

• Strong mentorship and professional development support

CRG is committed to fostering scientific curiosity, independence, and excellence in early-career researchers.

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Internship & Training Opportunities

CRG accepts applications throughout the year for:

• Bachelor’s thesis projects

• Master’s thesis projects

• Research internships (with a university learning agreement)

Applicants are encouraged to:

1. Explore CRG laboratories and research programmes

2. Identify a research group aligned with their interests

3. Contact the Group Leader directly with the required application materials

Required Application Documents

• Motivation letter

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Reference letter

• University transcripts

Acceptance depends on the availability of the research group and the relevance of ongoing projects.

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Fellowship Opportunities (Academic Year 2025–2026)

In addition to open laboratory placements, CRG offers 10 competitive fellowship opportunities across selected research projects.

Fellowship Conditions

• Stipend: €600/month (gross) for up to 5 months

• Travel Support:

  • Up to €800 for non-European return flights

  • Up to €300 for European return flights

• Eligibility: Open only to new recruits (not students already at CRG)

• Timing: Must take place during the 2025/2026 academic year

Each project remains open until the right candidate is selected, allowing flexibility for highly motivated applicants.

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Featured Fellowship Project

Single-Cell Genomics and Evolution

Sebé-Pedrós Lab

Research Areas:
Chromatin · Evolution · Transcription · Transposons · Proteomics · Phylogenetics · Biochemistry

Project Description

The Sebé-Pedrós Lab investigates how chromatin regulation has evolved across the eukaryotic tree of life. Building on recent advances in phylogenomics, proteomics, and innovative ChIP-seq methods, this project focuses on understanding the functional interplay between chromatin “readers” and “writers.”

The project integrates:

• Molecular phylogenetics

• Proteomics

• Chromatin profiling

• Biochemical approaches

The selected master’s student will actively contribute to:

• Generation of novel experimental datasets

• Computational integration and analysis of epigenomic data

The ultimate goal is to deepen our understanding of how chromatin states and regulatory components have diversified throughout evolution.

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Candidate Profile

We are seeking a motivated student with experience in at least one of the following areas:

• Phylogenetics

• Proteomics

• Genomics

• Biochemistry

Required Background

• Enrolled in a Master’s programme in Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedicine, or a related discipline

• Basic molecular biology skills

• Introductory knowledge of chromatin biology and evolution

• Programming skills in R or other scripting languages (Python/Perl)

Desirable Skills

• Experience with omics data generation

• Sterile culturing techniques

• Use of HPC clusters

A strong willingness to learn, collaborate, and engage in interdisciplinary research is essential.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should send the required application documents to:

• Principal Investigator (PI)

• Sean Montgomery

 Application link: HERE

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Additional Support & Events

CRG regularly hosts online events and workshops to:

• Present training and research opportunities

• Provide guidance on applying for PhD positions

• Support career planning in academic research

Students interested in long-term research careers are encouraged to explore these resources.

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Contact Information

CRG Training & Academic Office
Centre de Regulació Genòmica (CRG)
Dr. Aiguader, 88 – PRBB Building
08003 Barcelona, Spain

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CRG is proud to support the next generation of scientists by offering inclusive, high-quality research training in a collaborative and internationally recognized research environment.

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