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Maynooth University Doctoral Scholarship
PhD Scholarship in Antifungal Resistance in Aspergillus fumigatus at Maynooth University Maynooth University in Ireland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Jun 5, 2026
Country
Ireland
University
Maynooth University

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Ongoing programMaynooth University Doctoral Scholarship
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Maynooth University Doctoral Scholarship is a PhD funding scheme in Ireland supporting selected doctoral projects across disciplines, typically with stipend and tuition support for up to four years.
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PhD opportunity in antifungal resistance at Maynooth University
A fully funded Faculty of Science and Engineering Doctoral Scholarship is available in the Department of Biology at Maynooth University, Ireland, starting in September/October 2026. The project is titled “Decoding Antifungal Resistance in Aspergillus fumigatus: Genetic Drivers and Therapeutic Solutions.”
This PhD will investigate the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying antifungal resistance in Aspergillus fumigatus, a major pathogen responsible for invasive aspergillosis. The research will explore how resistant strains evolve and will assess plant-derived antimicrobial compounds as potential alternative or adjunct antifungal therapies. The work is based in the Genome Evolution Laboratory under the supervision of Professor David Fitzpatrick.
Research methods and training will include comparative genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, fungal culture, DNA/RNA extraction, antimicrobial susceptibility assays, sample preparation for proteomic analyses, and use of bioinformatic pipelines and high-performance computing resources. The post is especially relevant to students interested in microbiology, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and medically relevant fungal research.
Funding: The scholarship is fully funded for up to four years and includes a €25,000 annual tax-free stipend plus university fees covered.
Eligibility: Applicants should hold or expect to obtain a first-class or upper second-class (2.1) honours degree, or a master’s degree, in biology, biomedical sciences, microbiology, genetics, biotechnology, or a related discipline. Non-native English speakers must meet the programme-specific English language requirements. Candidates must be available to start in October 2026 and be resident in Ireland for full-time study.
Application deadline: 5pm, 5 June 2026. Applications must be submitted as a single PDF including a motivation letter, CV, transcripts, publication/conference/prior research details if applicable, and contact details for two academic referees. Send applications directly to [email protected] with Aspergillus/PhD/2026 in the subject line. The post also notes that eligible candidates will be considered for registration through the university application process.
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Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
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