Ana Paula Alonso

PhD Graduate Research Assistantship in Metabolism and Host-Pathogen Interactions at the University of North Texas (UNT), in the Alonso Laboratory at the BioDiscovery Institute and Department of Biological Sciences. This opening is for a PhD student beginning in Fall 2027 . The project focuses on the human fungal pathogen Histoplasma capsulatum and how it acquires and uses nutrients inside host immune cells. Research topics include biochemistry , metabolism , metabolic pathways , host-pathogen interactions , metabolomics , stable isotope tracing , metabolic flux analysis , and mathematical/computational modeling . Training will include state-of-the-art LC-MS/MS mass spectrometry , metabolomics workflows, stable isotope-assisted flux analysis, computational metabolic modeling, and data analysis. The post is especially relevant for students interested in quantitative and computational approaches to biology and pathogen metabolism. Minimum requirements: a BS in Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related field, plus at least one year of research lab experience (working or volunteering). Applicants should also be prepared to submit a research statement, CV, GPA, and three professional references. Application deadline: October 31, 2026. Interested students should email a single combined PDF to Dr. Ana Paula Alonso at [email protected] with the subject line “PhD Pre-Application – Histoplasma Metabolism Project.” Funding: described as a Ph.D. graduate research assistant position; no exact stipend or tuition details are provided in the post.