PhD Positions

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