Young Group Leaders (YGLs) at IIGM

The Italian Institute for Genomic Medicine (IIGM) is a leading research center dedicated to advancing precision medicine through cutting-edge genomics, bioinformatics, and translational research. Located in Turin, it brings together an international team of scientists and clinicians working at the interface of basic biology and clinical applications, with strong collaborations across academia, hospitals, and industry. With state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, IIGM offers an inspiring setting for innovation aimed at improving human health.

The YGL program

We look for YGLs at a creative stage in their careers, to help them to fully realize their potential and generate innovation and value through cutting-edge research. Our institutional funds will allow them to develop science based on inspiration, built on high quality work, rather than fashionable research trends.

Young group leaders (YGLs) are the core of IIGM. They are expected to conduct innovative studies in biomedical research, with an emphasis on cancer. YGLs receive a core package, and we expect them after a start-up phase to attract additional external resources. YGLs will devote themselves to shape their own science and scientific career, and contribute to operational and administrative aspects at IIGM.

The YGL package

The package includes:

• Competitive salary with relocation assistance (if coming from outside Italy)
• 10-years maximum duration staying
• Core funding
• Opportunity to expand through external grant funding
• Close links to local Research Institutes and Universities – IRCCS Cancer Center of Candiolo, University of Turin, Politecnico of Turin
• Access to technology platforms and facilities
• Access to high-performance computing infrastructure
• Lab set-up in state-of-the-art space

Person specification

• An advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) and experience conducting research in a relevant field is required, with a comproved demonstration of excellence in science. We welcome applications from early-career scientists.

Scientific areas of interest

• Cancer biology is the main focus of the research activity of IIGM
• We are looking to both computational and experimental scientists, and welcome scientists bringing interdisciplinary approaches

Contact and timing

Saverio.Minucci@iigm.it (subject: YGL position).

Please include:

• Cover letter
• A detailed CV
• Max 5-pages research plan
• contacts

Location: on site

Deadline: December 15th, 2025.

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