Available phd positions
Intrabrain
Nanoplatforms and Oncolytic viruses for novel cancer immunotherapy strategies
The INTRABRAIN doctoral network will address the major challenges of treating Glioblastoma Multiforme by overcoming immune evasion, the restrictive blood-brain barrier, and the limited effectiveness of conventional immunotherapy approaches through the development of innovative oncolytic virus–enhanced vaccine formulated in nanoplatform for intranasal delivery. The project will provide the 14th doctoral candidate with advanced interdisciplinary training at the interface of nanomedicine, virotherapy, and cancer immunotherapy, while fostering close collaboration with academic and industrial partners to develop both scientific expertise and strong translational and entrepreneurial skills.
Available phd positions: 3-years of studies hosted by different academic beneficiaries
14 PhD projects, within a Marie-Sklodowska-Curie Doctoral Network
Participate in worldwide training workshops
Visit other network partners during secondments
Attractive fellowships
Excellent opportunities to enhance your career prospects
Number of PhDs per institution:
University of Helsinki (UH), Finland: 3
Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Tor Vergata: 2
Technion Research and Development Foundation Ltd: 1
Universita Degli Studi Di Napoli Federico II: 2
Universita Degli Studi Gabriele D'annunzio di Chieti-Pescara: 1
Asociacion Centro De Investigacion Cooperativa En Biomateriales- CIC BiomaGUNE: 1
University of Glasgow: 2
The University of Exeter: 1
Friedrich-Alexander-Universitaet Erlangen-Nuernberg: 1
Expected starting date: August-December 2026, depending on position
All selected Doctoral Candidates must enroll to a doctoral programme at their PhD awarding institution according to the timeline required by the institution
Duration: 36 months
eligibility criteria
Doctoral Candidate requirement:
The applicant must not be in possession of a doctoral degree at the first day of the employment. Researchers who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but who have not yet been awarded the doctoral degree are not eligible.
mobility rule:
At the time of recruitment by the recruiting beneficiary, researchers must not have resided or carried out their main activity (e.g., work and studies) in the country of theirrecruiting beneficiary for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately prior to their recruitment. Compulsory national service, short stays such as holidays, and time spent as part of a procedure for obtaining refugee status under the Geneva Convention are not considered.
english language:
Network fellows (DCs) must demonstrate that their ability to understand and express themselves in both written and spoken English is sufficiently high for them to derive the full benefit from the network training.
In addition to the general eligibility criteria, candidates need to fulfill the eligibility criteria of their recruiting beneficiary and their doctoral programme.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The successful candidates will receive an attractive salary in accordance with the MSCA regulations. The exact salary is dependent on the country correction factor (to allow for the difference in cost of living in different EU Member States) and are listed for each position on the available positions page. The salary includes a living allowance, a mobility allowance and a family allowance (if applicable, depending on family status). The guaranteed PhD funding is for 36 months (i.e., EC funding, additional funding might be possible, depending on local supervisor). The successful candidates also benefit from paid leave, options for remote work (in accordance with institutional regulations) and access to national social security schemes. In addition to their individual scientific projects, all doctoral candidates will benefit from further education which includes secondments, a variety of training modules as well as transferable skills courses and active participation in workshops and conferences.
DC SELECTION, EVALUATION AND RECRUITMENT/ENROLMENT
To guarantee an impartial, transparent, merit-based and consistent selection process (eligibility check, assessment of candidatures and online interview), the INTRABRAIN recruitment committee monitors the fairness and transparency of the selection process. The recruitment process will be implemented in accordance with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.
how to apply
The application must contain the following documents as a single pdf, all provided in English, to the contacts provided on available positions page:
Filled INTRABRAIN DC application form (download here)
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
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.
All official certificates should be provided in their original European language or associated official English translation for non-European documents. If you are applying for a country different from your native country, an English supplement of the certificates with transcripts should also be provided.
In case of open questions, please contact the main supervisor of the DC position you are looking for (see the Available positions website).
All documents should be sent directly to each institution using the instructions provided in the Available positions page. Please check the Available positions page for further instructions on the submission platform for each application.
Key dates:
Deadline for applications 28 May 2026
Earliest starting date August-December 2026, depending on the position. Exact starting date negotiable after selection.