PhD in Nanoengineering of Oncolytic Viruses for Glioblastoma Treatment

PhD in Nanoengineering of Oncolytic Viruses for Glioblastoma Treatment

INTRABRAIN is a European Doctoral Training Network aimed at developing the next generation of low-cost and fast, personalised cancer immunotherapies. Within INTRABRAIN, Doctoral Candidates (DCs) will receive comprehensive, multidisciplinary training in nanomedicine and advanced delivery systems, with a focus on improving the therapeutic performance of biologics such as oncolytic viruses.

As part of the INTRABRAIN network, CIC biomaGUNE will host one Doctoral Candidate to work on the development of nanomaterial-based platforms for virus encapsulation and delivery. The position will be supervised by Sergio Moya, with Paolo di Gianvincenzo as co-supervisor and Allegra Conti (University of Tor Vergata) acting as mentor. The project offers the opportunity to engage in high-level research at the interface of nanotechnology and virotherapy, while benefiting from tailored training, international secondments, and collaboration with academic and non-academic partners across the consortium.

The application must contain the following documents as a single pdf, all provided in English (you can request more documents if needed but these are mandatory to all):

  • Filled INTRABRAIN DC application form
  • Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages)
  • Cover letter (max 1 page): Indicate your motivation to apply for these specific DC position and your skills that are specifically adapted to the chosen topic, providing support evidence to your arguments.
  • Certificate of Master’s Degree (or equivalent) with transcript of records.
  • Proof of English proficiency, if any
  • Contact details of 2 previous supervisors or employers who can give recommendation letters
  • List of publications, if applicable.
  • Manuscript of listed publication, if applicable.
  • Work/research experience certificates, if applicable.
Please keep in mind the application deadline is May 25, 2026. You can find more information about the position and the application here.