The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona, Spain, is offering 10 fellowship opportunities for undergraduate and MSc students for the 2026/2027 academic year. The opportunities are designed for motivated students who want to gain hands-on research experience in an international scientific environment and develop skills relevant to future scientific and research careers.
The CRG brings together international research teams working across genomics, molecular biology, computational biology, biotechnology, biomedical sciences, evolution and other related disciplines.
Importantly, students from all nationalities can apply. Each project will remain open until the right candidate is found, so applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
CRG Undergraduate and Master’s Fellowships 2026/2027
These fellowships provide students with the opportunity to join a CRG research group and contribute to a specific scientific project while receiving supervision and practical training.
The projects cover a wide range of cutting-edge research areas, including:
- Proteomics and mass spectrometry
- Regulatory genomics and diabetes
- Single-cell genomics and evolution
- Systems and synthetic biology
- Chromatin folding and genome organisation
- Cell fate engineering and neuronal diversity
- Machine learning and genomics
- Evolutionary biology
- Computational biology and health genomics
- Cancer genomics and immunogenicity
Fellowship Benefits
Selected students will receive:
- €700 gross per month for up to four months.
- Travel support for a return ticket:
- Up to €1,000 for non-European flights.
- Up to €400 for European flights.
- Hands-on experience in an international research laboratory.
- Training in advanced experimental, computational and analytical techniques.
- Access to CRG’s research environment, scientific seminars, core technologies and training activities.
The fellowship must take place during the 2026/2027 academic year.
Available Research Projects
1. Proteomics – Development of LC-MS/MS Workflows
This Master’s-level project focuses on developing robust workflows for proteoform characterization in liquid biopsies. Students will gain experience in sample preparation, protein digestion, peptide clean-up, LC-MS/MS, experimental design, quality control and data analysis.
It is particularly suitable for students in biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, biomedical sciences or related fields.
2. Regulatory Genomics and Diabetes – CRISPRi Screening
This undergraduate project investigates CRISPR interference screening in human pancreatic beta cells, with applications to understanding and improving potential treatments for Type 1 diabetes.
Students will receive training in molecular cloning, lentiviral production, cell culture and single-cell sequencing workflows.
3. Single-Cell Genomics and Evolution
This computational project compares methods for integrating genome-wide expression data across developmental trajectories.
Applicants should have a background in life sciences, with an interest in genomics, bioinformatics or computational biology. Basic Bash/Linux, R and Python skills are expected.
4. Systems and Synthetic Biology – CpG Organisation and Longevity
This four-month computational project examines the relationship between CpG spatial organisation and mammalian longevity using comparative genomics and statistical modelling.
It is suitable for BSc or MSc students interested in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, evolution or ageing research.
5. Reprogramming and Regeneration – Chromatin Folding
Students will investigate how depletion of TOP2A or TOP2B affects chromatin organisation in human cells using Optical Reconstruction of Chromatin Architecture (ORCA).
The project is suitable for motivated undergraduate students interested in molecular biology, cell biology, microscopy or quantitative biology. Previous ORCA or advanced programming experience is not required.
6. Cell Fate Decoding and Engineering
This project investigates neuronal diversity and cell fate engineering using transcription factors, molecular cloning, lentiviral vectors and mammalian cell culture.
Students from different backgrounds can apply, as training will be provided. Motivation, curiosity and willingness to learn are particularly important.
7. Probabilistic Machine Learning and Genomics
This Master’s-level computational project combines protein language models, protein folding, human genetics and machine learning to investigate the mechanisms behind missense genetic variants.
Applicants should have a background in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, physics, mathematics or a related quantitative discipline. Python programming experience is expected.
8. Systems and Synthetic Biology – Genotype-Phenotype Maps
This project uses computational approaches to investigate how environmental changes influence genotype-phenotype relationships and evolutionary simulations.
It is particularly suited to students with backgrounds in physics, computer science, biology or bioinformatics who are interested in interdisciplinary research.
9. Computational Biology and Health Genomics
Students will analyse structural variants identified through long-read sequencing and investigate their potential effects on gene regulation.
Applicants should have skills in Python and Bash/command line, alongside knowledge of molecular biology, statistics and genomics.
10. Evolutionary Processes Modeling and Cancer
This computational project explores how genetic and evolutionary factors influence the immunogenic potential of cancer-associated mutations.
Students interested in computational biology, evolution or cancer genomics are encouraged to apply. Experience with Python or similar programming languages and large datasets is preferred.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is open to:
- Undergraduate students
- MSc/Master’s students
- Students from all nationalities
- Students currently enrolled in an official university undergraduate or MSc programme
- Students whose university can sign a learning agreement with CRG
- Motivated students interested in scientific research and willing to develop new skills
Applicants must be new recruits and cannot already be students at CRG.
There is no requirement for applicants to have extensive previous research experience for every project. Several projects provide training, and requirements vary according to the individual research project.
Application Requirements
Applicants should review the available projects and contact the relevant project supervisor and group leader directly.
Applications should include:
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Reference letter
- University transcripts
The selection will depend on the capacity of the relevant research group and the requirements of the ongoing project
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Deadline
There is no single fixed application deadline. According to CRG, each fellowship project will remain open until the right candidate is found. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
The fellowships must be undertaken during the 2026/2027 academic year.
How to Apply
Students should identify the research project that best matches their academic background and interests, carefully review its requirements, and send the required application documents directly to the listed project supervisor and group leader.
The publication date of the 2026/2027 fellowship opportunities is August 6, 2026.
Conclusion
The CRG Undergraduate and Master’s Fellowships 2026/2027 offer an excellent opportunity for students from around the world to gain practical experience in a leading international research environment. With projects spanning genomics, biotechnology, computational biology, cancer research, diabetes, evolution, proteomics and molecular biology, students can select a research area closely aligned with their academic and career interests.
Because projects remain open until suitable candidates are selected, interested students should identify a suitable project and submit their application as early as possible.
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