We are currently seeking a PhD candidate to join the Arbovirus and mosquito vectors Research Line of the Animal Health Program, based at IRTA-CReSA (Bellaterra, Barcelona). We offer the opportunity to be part of an organization with a dynamic, collaborative work environment focused on professional development.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to develop a PhD project within a European research project funded under Horizon Europe. The research activities will focus on mosquito – virus interactions, contributing to the improvement of knowledge on vectorial capacity and vector competence of European mosquito vectors for several circulating arboviruses such as West Nile virus and Usutu virus. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment combining vector biology, virology, entomology and molecular biology.
Key researchers for the position: Dr. Núria Busquets, Principal Investigator.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Contribute to the scientific and technical activities of Arbovirus and mosquito vectors research Line, conducted under appropriate biosafety conditions,



including work in BSL-3 facilities after completion of the required training.
- Participate in the design, planning and execution of experimental studies to achieve the milestones of the research project associated with the candidate's PhD.
- Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on advances in virus-mosquito interactions.
- Perform laboratory work including mosquito rearing and experimental infections, molecular and virological techniques.
- Generate, analyse and interpret scientific data, and contribute to the research outputs of the group.
- Contribute to the preparation of scientific reports, conference communications and peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- Present research findings at internal seminars and at national and international scientific conferences.
- Participate actively in scientific discussions, group meetings and collaborative research activities.
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📌 PhD Candidate in Arbovirus and mosquito vectors (Sardañola del Vallés)
🏢 IRTA
📍 Sardañola del Vallés