Postdoctoral Position (18 Months): Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher (Viši Asistent) position under the project AdenoHost: Comprehensive analysis of host cell response to human adenovirus type 26 infection. The successful candidate will investigate virus-induced host signalling pathways in epithelial cells, with a particular focus on αvβ3 integrin–mediated viral entry, using advanced omics-based approaches. This is a full-time, fixed-term position offering strong mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities for high-impact publications.
Postdoctoral Position (18 Months) – Virus-Induced Host Cell Response
Summary Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher (Viši Asistent) |
| Project Title | AdenoHost |
| Research Area | Virology, Host–Virus Interactions, Omics |
| Duration | 18 months (Full Time) |
| Start Date | February 2026 |
| Application Mode | |
| Application Review | Rolling basis |
| Last Date to Apply | Until position is filled |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Viši Asistent)
Research Area
- Virus–host cell interactions
- Human adenovirus type 26 infection
- Host cell signalling and regulatory pathways
- Integrin-mediated viral entry (αvβ3 integrin)
- Transcriptomics, proteomics, and phosphoproteomics
Location
📍 Institute Ruđer Bošković (IRB), Croatia (as inferred from email domain)
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- PhD in Virology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, or a closely related discipline
- Experience with cell culture systems and viral infection models (desirable)
- Interest or prior experience in omics technologies (RNA-seq, proteomics, phosphoproteomics)
- Bioinformatics skills or strong motivation to acquire them
- Ability to work independently, strong curiosity, and a collaborative research mindset
Job Description
The selected candidate will:
- Study host cell responses to human adenovirus type 26 infection in epithelial cells
- Perform comparative analyses between mock and infected cells with enhanced αvβ3 integrin expression
- Conduct and analyze transcriptomic, proteomic, and phosphoproteomic datasets
- Contribute to data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of results
- Work within an interdisciplinary research environment with close mentorship
Why Join This Project?
- Address a critical gap in understanding host signalling induced by adenovirus infection
- Gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art omics technologies
- Opportunity for high-impact publications
- Strong mentoring and collaborative research atmosphere
- Scientifically and translationally relevant research topic
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Short motivation letter
- Contact details of 1–2 referees
📧 Send applications to: Dragomira.Majhen@irb.hr
📌 Email Subject: AdenoHost PostdocApplication
Last Date for Apply
🗓️ Rolling applications until the position is filled
✔️ Early applications are strongly encouraged
📅 Position start date: February 2026
