Reference Number: ORZ-0759
Project Acronym: ResTick
Location: Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB-FORTH), Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Starting Date: August 1st, 2025
Application Deadline: June 14th, 2025
Post-doctoral Researcher Position in Virus-Vector Ecology
Post-doctoral Position in Virus-Vector Ecology: The Arthropod Disease Vector Biology lab at IMBB-FORTH, under the leadership of Dr. Michail Kotsyfakis, invites applications for a Post-doctoral Researcher to work on the newly funded EU HORIZON project “Resilience Enhancement for Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa (ResTick).” The project investigates ecological dynamics of zoonotic viruses and their vectors, focusing particularly on CCHFV and Hyalomma spp. ticks.
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Post-doctoral Researcher |
| Project Name | Resilience Enhancement for Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases (ResTick) |
| Reference Number | ORZ-0759 |
| Lab | Arthropod Disease Vector Biology Lab |
| Supervisor | Dr. Michail Kotsyfakis |
| Location | Heraklion, Crete, Greece (IMBB-FORTH) |
| Start Date | 1st August 2025 |
| Contract Duration | 12 months (renewable for up to 2 more years) |
| Monthly Salary | ~ā¬2,500 (subject to project budget limitations) |
| Application Deadline | June 14th, 2025 |
Designation
Post-doctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Virus-vector ecology
- Tick-borne diseases
- Molecular biology
- Nanotechnology applications in life sciences
- Ecological modeling and virome analysis
Job Location
Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB),
Foundation for Research and Technology ā Hellas (FORTH),
Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Eligibility / Qualifications
Required:
- PhD in Nanoscience, Biotechnology, or related Life Sciences
- MSc in Biotechnology, Nanoscience, or equivalent
- Proven experience in nanoparticle synthesis, vertebrate biology, and molecular biology at international institutes
- Research publications in high-impact journals (including journals with IF >6 and IF >30)
- Excellent oral and written English skills
Desirable:
- Experience in nanoparticle formulation, microscopy (live imaging, immunofluorescence)
- Animal handling and experimental protocols (BALB/c mice; IP/IV/oral delivery)
- Ability to start within 2 months of offer
Job Description
The selected candidate will:
- Conduct field and lab research on tick-virus ecology
- Collect and analyze tick populations
- Use molecular and bioanalytical tools to explore virus-vector-host-environment interactions
- Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team of chemists and biologists
- Supervise junior researchers and contribute to grant writing and dissemination activities
How to Apply
Submit the following documents via email to: orz0759@imbb.forth.gr
- Completed Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Brief Statement of Purpose
- Contact details of two referees
- Scanned academic titles
- Scanned proof of all qualifications
Last Date to Apply
June 14th, 2025
Contact & Address
Foundation for Research and Technology ā Hellas (FORTH)
Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB)
Nikolaou Plastira 100, Vassilika Vouton,
GR-700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece
š Tel: +30 2810 391700
š Website: www.imbb.forth.gr
š§ Email: imbb@imbb.forth.gr
