Postdoc position in Laboratory of Zebrafish Developmental Genomics

Laboratory of Zebrafish Developmental Genomics ( https://zdglab.iimcb.gov.pl/ ) at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Cecilia L. Winata, is looking for Postdoctoral Researcher to join the project entitled “Elucidating the contribution of non-coding genomic elements to heart development and disease at single-cell resolution”, which is carried out as the OPUS 2022/47/B/NZ2/02926 grant of the Polish National Science Centre. This project provides a unique opportunity to engage in cross-disciplinary research, combining state-of-the-art single-cell biology, epigenomics, and zebrafish disease models to uncover the regulatory mechanisms of development and disease.

The ideal candidate should be able to pursue challenging tasks and achieve objectives and collaborate with other researchers. Candidates will be selected in an open competition, according to the procedure complying with the rules of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as a part of HR Excellence in Research strategy https://shorturl.at/m08I4

As a Postdoctoral Researcher: You will be responsible for establishing and optimizing assays to capture enhancer-promoter interactions (e.g., 4C, Hi-ChIP) and to analyze chromatin and epigenetic landscapes at both bulk and single-cell resolution across diverse disease models, with a particular focus on the role of the Mediator complex in gene regulation. The candidate will also be responsible for performing literature research, writing publications, and participating in lab meetings and activities.

Requirements:

1. Holds a doctoral degree in biology, biotechnology or related field. Candidates who are close to defending their PhD will also be considered provided their planned defense is no later than 3 months after start of employment.
2. Fulfills the formal criteria for the competition https://shorturl.at/kvzO9
3. Solid understanding of the principles of molecular biology and gene regulation, a keen interest in the topics of developmental biology, epigenetics, and regulatory genomics.
4. Proficiency in R, Python, or other programming languages, experience in bioinformatics analyses of NGS data and understanding of statistical principles is highly desired.
5. Experience working with model organisms, particularly zebrafish will be particularly advantageous.
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
7. Enjoys working in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
8. Has published at least one publication as the first author in an international peer-reviewed journal.

We offer:

• Full employment contract initially for 6 months

• Gross monthly remuneration: 8700 PLN/month, net approx. 6700 PLN/month (the final monthly gross salary will be calculated individually during the employment process, taking into account the length of service). Additional bonuses such as the 13th salary after working for the Institute for six months
  in a given calendar year, or Christmas bonus may supplement this salary.
• Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations)
• Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual medical care package and membership
  in MultiSport programme
• Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel
• Participation in courses, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring
• The chance to work in a team of friendly scientists with interests in regulatory genomics, epigenetics, and developmental biology.

Selection criteria:

1. Education and other formal credentials.

2. Technical competence, experience and fit of the expertise to the position.

3. Scientific achievements - publications, awards, grants, foreign internships, courses etc.

4. Proficiency in spoken and written English.

5. Soft skills – motivation letter, communication and cooperation skills, ability for effective teamwork, likelihood to fit an add value to the group, effective work organization, compatibility of plans for individual development with the goals of the group.

Deadline for applications is 17^th October 2025. Job starting date is 1^st December 2026 or as soon
as possible after this date.

How to apply:

• Applications should be sent via recruitment platform: erecruiter
• Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV, a motivation letter,
  a description of your key achievements, and contact details at least two potential referees, including one of your supervisors

• Please include the following statement in your cv: “I hereby agree to the processing
  of my personal data, included in the application documents by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw, 4 Księcia Trojdena Street, 02-109 Warsaw, for the purpose of carrying
  out the current recruitment process.” Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment procedure by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw.
  Full information is available under the link https://bit.ly/3UFWpY2
• Procedure for reporting irregularities, taking follow-up actions, and protecting whistleblowers: https://shorturl.at/u2mww.

The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements
is found.