Martine Smit

Two PhD positions in GPCR research at AIMMS VU are available within the AIMMS Drug Discovery Center at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam . The projects sit at the interface of GPCR biology , molecular pharmacology , and therapeutic discovery in two EU-funded Doctoral Networks: HARPNET (DC8: canonical and atypical chemokine receptor pharmacology in the resolution of inflammation) and POLARIS (DC5: orphan GPCR pharmacology and drug discovery for a rare genetic brain disease). These are 3-year PhD positions with access to collaborative research, advanced scientific training, and international networking through a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network . The post emphasizes research training and international collaboration rather than a standalone job appointment. Eligibility and conditions are available on the project websites. The post specifically invites interested MSc students or colleagues to apply/share, and notes that recruitment starts now and ends early October . How to apply: check the project pages for full details, then email your application to [email protected] . For scientific questions, contact Dr. Henry Vischer (POLARIS DC5) or Prof. Dr Martine Smit (HARPNET DC8). Keywords: GPCR biology, molecular pharmacology, drug discovery, chemokine receptor pharmacology, orphan GPCRs, inflammation, rare genetic brain disease.