Posted: 2026-11-10
Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnología Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA-CSIC)
- Department: Biotechnology
- Research Field: Biological sciences
- Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Positions: PhD Positions
- Application Deadline: 2026-11-30 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)
- Country: Spain
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- EU Research Framework Programme: Not funded by a EU programme
- Staff position within a Research Infrastructure: No
Offer Description
We are seeking candidates to pursue a PhD thesis within the Zoovir group at the National Institute for Agricultural and Food Research and Technology (INIA-CSIC). The PhD project is part of the research grant:
"Cutting-edge antiviral developments for West Nile virus" (PID2025-169764OR-C21).
The project aims to develop innovative antiviral therapies against West Nile virus (WNV). The candidate will work on antiviral discovery and evaluation using state-of-the-art virology approaches and advanced human-based models, including blood-brain barrier organ-on-a-chip systems and cerebral organoids. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training in virology, antiviral drug discovery, advanced cellular models, data analysis and scientific communication within a multidisciplinary CSIC research consortium.
Where to apply
E-mail: ab.blazquez@csic.es
Requirements
- Research Field: Biological sciences
- Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
- Skills/Qualifications: Master degree in Biotechnology or Virology.
- Specific Requirements: Previous experience in virology or zoonotic diseases will be particularly valued.
- Languages: ENGLISH — Good
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnología Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA-CSIC)
- Country: Spain
- State/Province: Madrid
- City: Madrid
- Postal Code: 28040
Contact
State/Province: Spain
City: Madrid
Street: Ctra. Coruña Km 7,5
Postal Code: 28040
E-Mail: ab.blazquez@csic.es
Phone: 913478773
