Fully Funded PhD Position in Virology at the University of Valencia, Spain The Institute for Integrative Systems Biology (I²SysBio) at the University of Valencia (Universitat de València-CSIC), Spain, is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in Virology. This prestigious opportunity is funded through the Spanish FPI (Formación de Personal Investigador) doctoral program and offers a 4-year funded contract, comprehensive research training, and opportunities to collaborate with leading international laboratories. The successful candidate will join the research group led by Dr. Jérémy Dufloo and contribute to cutting-edge research aimed at understanding how viruses enter host cells and how antiviral proteins inhibit infection. Position Summary Details Information Position PhD Student in Virology Institution Institute for Integrative Systems Biology (I²SysBio), University of Valencia-CSIC Location Valencia, Spain Funding Fully Funded (Spanish FPI Doctoral Program) Duration 4 Years Research Area Virology, Virus-Host Interaction, CRISPR Functional Genomics Principal Investigator Dr. Jérémy Dufloo Project Host Factors Inhibiting Viral Entry: Discovery and Mechanistic Profiling (H5:DaMP) About the Research Project Virus entry into host cells is one of the most important yet least understood stages of viral infection. Human cells possess numerous antiviral proteins—known as restriction factors—that can prevent viral entry. However, many of these protective mechanisms remain undiscovered. This PhD project aims to identify and characterize novel antiviral proteins using an interdisciplinary approach combining: Virology Large-scale cell culture CRISPR functional genomics Computational biology Experimental evolution Researchers will utilize a unique collection of over 100 viral pseudotypes representing 14 virus families, enabling systematic investigation of viral entry inhibition across numerous emerging human and animal viruses. What the University Offers Successful applicants will receive: Fully funded 4-year PhD contract Competitive salary with social security benefits Additional funding for research stays and professional training Enrollment in the University of Valencia Doctoral Programme in Biomedicine and Biotechnology Opportunity to work in an international, multidisciplinary research environment Training in: Virology Cell Biology CRISPR Functional Genomics Computational Biology Viral Evolution Opportunities to collaborate with internationally recognized laboratories Financial support to attend international conferences Excellent publication opportunities in peer-reviewed journals Development of both technical and transferable research skills Candidate Requirements Applicants should have: Essential Qualifications Master’s degree in: Virology Microbiology Biology Biotechnology or a closely related discipline Strong interest in virology and virus-host interactions Good English communication skills Preferred Skills Previous experience in one or more of the following is advantageous but not mandatory: Cell culture Molecular biology Virology Antiviral immunity CRISPR technologies Bioinformatics How to Apply Interested candidates should email the required application documents directly to: Dr. Jeremy Dufloo Email: [email protected] Required Application Documents Applicants should submit: Motivation Letter (maximum one page) Updated CV Contact details of two academic referees (e.g., lecturers, thesis supervisors, or internship supervisors) Application DeadlineThe application deadline is not specified in the circular. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Research Environment The Institute for Integrative Systems Biology (I²SysBio) is a joint research institute of the University of Valencia and the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC). The institute is internationally recognized for excellence in systems biology, microbiology, synthetic biology, virology, and computational biology. This project provides an outstanding opportunity to gain interdisciplinary expertise while working on globally relevant research addressing emerging viral diseases. Why Apply for This PhD? This fully funded doctoral position offers outstanding training in modern virology using advanced experimental and computational techniques. With long-term funding, international collaborations, conference opportunities, and multidisciplinary supervision, it is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a research career in infectious diseases, virology, molecular biology, or biomedical sciences. 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