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PhD in Prior Immunity as a Disease Modulator (Virology, Immunology, Epidemiology) at University of Turku University of Turku in Finland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Fully funded 36-month doctoral researcher position under the Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Networks programme. Financial package includes a living allowance of €4,010 per month (subject to Finland correction coefficient), a mobility allowance of €710 per month, and a family allowance of €660 per month where applicable, plus salary and employment benefits according to University of Turku conditions.
Deadline
Oct 8, 2026
Country
Finland
University
University of Turku
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Doctoral Researcher position in prior immunity as a disease modulator within the EU-funded DETECTIVE Doctoral Network at the University of Turku.
This PhD project sits at the intersection of virology, immunology, molecular biology, epidemiology, and public health. The research focuses on the re-emergence of poliovirus, the evolution of vaccine-derived polioviruses (VDPVs), recombination with non-pathogenic enteroviruses, and the viral/host factors that shape transmission and outbreak risk.
The candidate will work on replication-competent molecular clones, poliovirus-derived replicons, replication kinetics, recombinant poliovirus proteins, and T-cell immunity assays. The project is embedded in an international MSCA network with training schools, mobility, and secondments, including placements at THL Helsinki and Imperial College London.
Funding: fully funded for 36 months under MSCA Doctoral Networks, with a living allowance of €4,010/month (country coefficient applies), mobility allowance of €710/month, and family allowance of €660/month where applicable.
Eligibility highlights: Master’s degree in a relevant biomedical field, eligibility for doctoral studies at the University of Turku, strong English, and compliance with MSCA mobility rules (not more than 12 months in Finland during the 36 months before recruitment). Applicants must not already hold a PhD.
How to apply: submit the application via the University of Turku recruitment system by 8 October 2026. Also complete the DETECTIVE online application form. Required documents include a CV, motivation letter, degree certificate(s), transcript, referee details, and optional supporting documents.
Funding details
Fully funded 36-month doctoral researcher position under the Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Networks programme. Financial package includes a living allowance of €4,010 per month (subject to Finland correction coefficient), a mobility allowance of €710 per month, and a family allowance of €660 per month where applicable, plus salary and employment benefits according to University of Turku conditions.
What's required
Applicants must hold a Master's degree or equivalent in biomedical sciences, microbiology, virology, immunology, epidemiology, or a related field; be eligible for doctoral studies at the University of Turku; meet MSCA Doctoral Network eligibility and mobility rules; not have resided or carried out their main activity in Finland for more than 12 months during the 36 months before recruitment; and must not already hold a doctoral degree. Strong interest in infectious disease research and emerging pathogens, excellent written and oral English, ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international environment, and desirable experience in molecular biology, virology, serology, genomics, bioinformatics, epidemiological datasets, or infectious disease laboratory work are noted.
How to apply
Submit the application through the University of Turku electronic recruitment system by 8 October 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Helsinki). Also complete the DETECTIVE online application form via virusdetective.eu or the Webropol link. Include a CV, motivation letter, degree certificate(s), transcript, referee details, and any optional supporting documents.
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