We are currently seeking a PhD candidate to join the Tuberculosis Research Line of the Animal Health Program, based at IRTA-CReSA (Bellaterra, Barcelona). We are looking for candidates with a background in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Veterinary Medicine or other related life sciences disciplines, with good level of English to undertake a PhD thesis in our laboratory.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in a high-quality research environment with state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced in vitro platforms and BSL-3 animal experimentation facilities and laboratories. The position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team committed to scientific excellence, innovation, teamwork, and professional development.
The PhD project will contribute to research activities focused on the development and evaluation of tuberculosis vaccine candidates using in vitro platforms and large-animal models to assess immunogenicity and protective efficacy. It is a national research project funded by the Spanish State Research Agency (AEI).




Key researchers for the position: Dr. Bernat Pérez de Val, Principal Investigator, Tuberculosis Research Line (Primary Supervisor).
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Contribute to the scientific and technical activities of the Tuberculosis Research Line, conducted under appropriate biosafety conditions, including work in BSL-3 facilities after completion of the required training.
Coordinate and perform experimental work to achieve the milestones of the research project associated with the candidate's PhD.
Generate, analyse and interpret scientific data, and contribute to the research outputs of the group, including 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.
Foster teamwork and contribute to a collaborat

📌 PhD Candidate in Tuberculosis Vaccine Research (Sardañola del Vallés)
🏢 IRTA
📍 Sardañola del Vallés