Postdoctoral Researcher (role in the project: Junior Postdoctoral Researcher)
Recruitment for the project “RNA and Cell Biology Platform for Research and Innovation in Medicine (RACE-PRIME)” (grant agreement no. FENG.02.01-IP.05-T003/23) implemented within the framework of the International Research Agendas funded by the European Funds for Smart Economy programme, for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher (role in the project: Junior Postdoctoral Researcher) to carry out research work in the RNA area under the direction of Prof. Gracjan Michlewski, head of the Laboratory of RNA-Protein Interactions - Dioscuri Centre in collaboration with Dr. Ewelina Małecka (Laboratory of Single-Molecule Biophysics).
The main objective of RACE-PRIME is to transform the IIMCB into a world-class center of excellence in RNA and cell biology. The premise of RACE-PRIME is the translational use of the results of basic research, e.g. to develop the premise of new therapies, diagnostic methods, discover new therapeutic objectives or to identify molecules with desirable properties so that they can be developed into medications.
Description of the project area: Antibiotic resistance arises as bacteria evolve in response to antibiotics use, leading to higher healthcare costs, longer hospitalizations, and increased mortality. Phages, which can be an alternative to antibiotics, carry genes that alter the host bacteria's translation process to better suit their own transcripts. Since bacterial and human translation processes differ, understanding how phages disrupt these mechanisms could inform new therapeutic strategies that target bacteria without affecting human protein synthesis. This project aims to identify phage proteins bound to ribosomal fractions using mass spectrometry and to explore the effect of these process on translation.
Job description: the Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for working with bacteriophages, conducting bacterial infections, purifying ribosomes, performing single-molecule microscopy assays and other biochemical tests, as well as analyzing data.
Requirements for the candidate:
- Possesses Ph.D.in biological sciences or a related field obtained for no more than 5 years; however, the 5-year period is calculated from the year of obtaining the Ph.D., or plans to defend his/her dissertation prior to the start of employment (planned date is 10.2024 or later).
- Demonstrates strong knowledge and proven laboratory experience in protein or RNA biochemistry.
- Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-performing team.
- Is capable of writing scientific papers for academic journals in English.
- Is able to effectively communicate complex information in English, both orally and in writing.
- Possesses good presentation skills, ideally having presented at an international conference.
- Has a track record of publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
Selection criteria:
- Education, technical competencies, experience, and alignment of specialized knowledge with the requirements of the position.
- Scientific achievements - publications, awards, grants, national and international training, etc.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Soft skills - motivation letter, communication skills, ability for effective teamwork, likelihood to fit to the group, compatibility of plans for individual development with the goals of the group.
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/fjot2
We offer:
- Full employment contract initially for 6 months with further extension
- Competitive salary from 8 740 pln gross/month to 10 280 pln gross/month (depending on experience).
- Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual private medical care package and membership in the MultiSport programme.
- Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel.
- Participation in courses, scientific trainings and support from peers.
Deadline for applications is 20.09.2024 Job starting date is 1.10.2024 or later.
How to apply:
- Apply now to recruitment@iimcb.gov.pl
- In the subject include “"RNA 1 Postdoc MAB" and your first and last name
- Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV including a full list
of publications, a motivation letter with description of your key achievements, and contact details (e-mail and telephone number) of least two potential referees, including one
of your direct supervisor.
- 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.
- The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate fulfills all requirements.
