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Institute of Medicinal Chemistry and Biomedicine (IQMB-CSIC)

PhD Position in Antiviral Drug Discovery at Institute of Medicinal Chemistry and Biomedicine (IQMB-CSIC) Institute of Medicinal Chemistry and Biomedicine (IQMB-CSIC) in Spain

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Available

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

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Spain

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Institute of Medicinal Chemistry and Biomedicine (IQMB-CSIC)

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Keywords

Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Biology
Computational Chemistry
Molecular Modeling
Medical Science
Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Flavivirus
Bioinformatic
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PhD position in antiviral drug discovery at the Institute of Medicinal Chemistry and Biomedicine (IQMB-CSIC) in Madrid, Spain, within the Nucleosides and Analogues as a Source of Bioactive Molecules Group.

The project is linked to Blocking Critical Events in West Nile Virus Replication through the Development of Innovative Antivirals Targeting Viral and Host Factors (NEXTGENAVIR) and focuses on developing innovative antiviral strategies against West Nile virus and other emerging flaviviruses.

The selected PhD researcher will work in a multidisciplinary environment combining medicinal chemistry, molecular modelling, computational chemistry, and antiviral research. Main tasks include the design and optimization of novel antiviral molecules using computational and structure-based approaches.

The position is based at CSIC’s Institute of Medicinal Chemistry and Biomedicine in Madrid. The posting indicates one full-time, temporary PhD opening.

Eligibility highlights include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or related disciplines, and a Master’s degree that grants access to a PhD programme. Experience in molecular modelling, computational chemistry, computer-aided drug design, bioinformatics, or scientific programming is especially valued. English proficiency at a good level is requested.

Applications should be submitted by email to [email protected]. The deadline is 30 September 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Madrid).

Funding details

Available

What's required

Bachelor or Master degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or related disciplines. A Master's degree granting access to a PhD programme is required. Previous experience in molecular modelling, computational chemistry, computer-aided drug design, bioinformatics, scientific programming, or related areas will be highly valued. English level: good.

How to apply

Apply by email to [email protected]. Use the provided subject line or contact address from the posting and submit your application materials directly to the listed email.

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