PhD Position in Autoinflammatory Disorders and ADA2 Deficiency at KU Leuven KU Leuven in Belgium

PhD position available at KU Leuven on autoinflammatory disorders with a focus on ADA2 deficiency (DADA2) / adenosine deaminase 2 deficiency.

The project, titled “Unraveling the pathophysiology of autoinflammatory disorders: ADA2 deficiency” (ref. BAP-2026-287), is hosted by KU Leuven and led by Professor Isabelle Meyts. The research aims to investigate the mechanisms underlying vascular inflammation and immune dysregulation in DADA2, incomplete penetrance in DADA2, translational approaches to improve diagnosis and treatment, and novel gene defects causing autoinflammation.

This opportunity is well suited to candidates with a background in immunology, molecular biology, or a related discipline, especially those interested in rare inborn errors of immunity and patient-oriented research. The post emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, enthusiasm, and resilience.

Degree level: PhD opening.

Institution: KU Leuven, Belgium.

Funding: Not specified in the post excerpt.

Application: Use the official KU Leuven vacancy page to review the full job description and submit your application via the provided vacancy link.