PhD Project - DC1

DC1

Deciphering the mechanisms underlying the regulation of the peroxisome-dependent antiviral signalling

Supervisors: Daniela Ribeiro and Hans Waterham

Host Institution: University of Aveiro

City: Aveiro

Country: Portugal

About this project

The project...

What we're looking for and what we offer

Expected skills:

Previous hands-on experience with virological techniques and/or mammalian cell culture is strongly preferred.

Acquired skills:

The candidate will work at the interface of virology, cell biology and metabolism, using approaches including mammalian cell culture, viral infection and response assays, and molecular, cell biological and biochemical techniques. The project also includes training in viral infection techniques, AI-assisted omics analysis and antiviral testing through international secondments.

Eligibility criteria

Prior to applying, candidates must ensure that they satisfy the following eligibility criteria:

have a MSc degree in or equivalent in biomedical sciences, molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, virology, applied genetics, life sciences, or a related discipline

have completed a research internship with relevant expertise in the area of the project

have obtained high grades during his/her studies

have a strong interest in virus-host interactions

have excellent experimental, organizational and analytical skills, be flexible, open and have a critical attitude,

be motivated, proactive, and ability to work independently, in a team and collaboratively within an international, interdisciplinary research network.

Excellent written and spoken English communication skills (official proof of English language proficiency may be required).

applicant must not have resided in the country of the recruiting organization for more than 12 months preceding the recruitment date.