Postdoctoral Researcher in the Laboratory of Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology

Postdoctoral Researcher in the Laboratory of Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology

Laboratory of Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology (-laboratory-of-molecular-and-cellular-neurobiology ) at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Prof. Jacek Jaworski is looking for Postdoctoral Researcher to join the project entitled “The role of mTOR-Brg1 interaction in normal and aberrant neuronal activity”, which is carried out as the MAESTRO grant (2020/38/A/NZ3/00447) of the Polish National Science Centre.

The project aims to understand how interaction between metabolism master regulator – mTOR, and chromatin modifying enzyme Brg1 contributes to neuronal activity and whether disruption of such interaction contributes to epilepsy and ASD observed in rare disorder called Tuberous Sclerosis Complex.

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/f2CpW

The deadline for applications is 31.07.2025. Start of employment is 01.09.2025.

As a Postdoctoral Researcher: You will be responsible for (i) performing experiments using in vitro cultured neurons in order to understand physiological consequences of mTOR-dependent degradation of Brg1 on neuronal plasticity and gene expression. You are also expected to actively participate in manuscript preparation and results dissemination.

Candidate profile:

We are looking for a candidate with strong scientific curiosity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to drive research independently while actively engaging with the scientific community. The ideal candidate should demonstrate an eagerness to explore new areas within ubiquitin signaling and be proactive in developing research directions aligned with the project's goals.

Requirements:

1. Holds a doctoral degree in biology, biotechnology, or biochemistry.
2. Fulfills the formal criteria for the competition https://shorturl.at/eUJ62 in particular section 2.1.1
3. Has experience in working with (i) in vitro cultures of neuronal and iPSC cells, cells (ii) recombinant viral vectors (iii) advanced microscopy techniques. Basic knowledge of molecular biology techniques and electrophysiology or experience in studying epigenetic regulation with high-throughput methods will be an additional asset.
4. Has strong written and oral communication skills in English
5. Has good presentation skills (ideally having presented during at least one international conference).
6. Enjoys working in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
7. Has published at least one publication in an international peer-reviewed journal.

What we offer:

· Full-time employment contract for 6 months.

• Competitive salary strating from 8310 PLN gross/month depending on experience. The final amount will be calculated before the candidate is employed, taking into account the seniority.

· A dynamic and supportive research environment within an internationally recognized institute.

· Professional development opportunities, including:

o Participation in courses, scientific seminars, and international conferences.

o Funding for postdoctoral training and professional courses.

o Mentorship and assistance in applying for independent research grants (e.g., NCN).

Selection criteria:

Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

1. Education and formal qualifications.
2. Technical expertise and relevance of experience to the project.
3. Scientific achievements (e.g., publications, awards, grants, international collaborations).
4. Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
5. Soft skills, including:

o Clarity and impact of motivation letter.

o Communication and teamwork abilities.

o Organizational and time-management skills.

o Compatibility with the research group’s goals and vision.

How to apply:

• Apply now via erecruiter system: e-recruiter
• Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV, a motivation letter, a description of your key achievements and contacts to 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.