PhD research on African Swine Fever together with Sciensano

Last application date Feb 28, 2022 00:00

Department DI04 – Department of Translational Physiology, Infectiology and Public Health

Contract Limited duration

Degree MSc Veterinary Medicine (DVM), MSc Bioscience Engineering

Occupancy rate 100%

Vacancy type Research staff

Job description

PhD research on African Swine Fever together with Sciensano.
The purpose is

• to examine the virus replication and immune response during the early stage of ASFV infection
• to identify the receptor(s) that the virus is using

Job profile

• You are an enthusiastic DVM or bioengineer.
• Some experience with laboratory techniques (PCR, cell culture work,…) is recommended.

How to apply

Are you interested?
Send your CV, an overview of your study results and your application letter to prof. dr. Hans Nauwynck (Hans.Nauwynck@ugent.be).
For more information about this vacancy, please contact prof. dr. Hans Nauwynck (hans.nauwynck@ugent.be or +32 (0)9 264 73 73).