PhD Position in Metabolic Reprogramming and Viral Pathogenesis
Investigate how common cold coronavirus infections in the lung impact the central nervous system.
Best for:Best for graduate students with a strong background in virology, immunology, or neuroscience seeking an international PhD fellowship.
Overview
This PhD position is part of the EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) training programme titled MERIT (MEtabolic Reprogramming in viral pathogenesis: from Infection to Therapeutic innovations). Hosted at AUMC and Jagiellonian University in Poland, the researcher will explore the systemic consequences of respiratory viral infections on the central nervous system. The successful candidate will conduct interdisciplinary research, collaborate within an international network, and contribute to advanced therapeutic innovations. Applicants are expected to drive independent investigations, participate in network training events, and disseminate findings through scientific publications.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research investigating the neurological impacts of common cold coronavirus respiratory infections
- Utilize metabolic and molecular biology techniques to analyze host-pathogen interactions
- Collaborate with international partners across the MSCA MERIT training network
- Participate in network-wide training schools, workshops, and secondments
- Prepare research findings for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present results at international conferences
Requirements
Degree required: Master of Science or equivalent degree in life sciences, biology, or a related discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; strong professional proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Strong foundation in molecular biology, virology, or cellular biology
- Experience with laboratory research methodologies and experimental design
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex biological data
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English
- Must comply with the MSCA mobility rule (must not have resided or carried out main activity in Poland for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to the recruitment date)
- Must meet First Stage Researcher (R1) criteria at the time of recruitment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-30 (Europe/Amsterdam)
Interested candidates must submit their application manually through the specified application channels outlined in the official portal. Ensure all required documentation demonstrating academic qualifications and research experience is included before the deadline.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Cover letter
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