Two Master’s students in Laboratory of Laboratory of Zebrafish Developmental Genomics

Two Master’s students in Laboratory of Laboratory of Zebrafish Developmental Genomics

The Laboratory of Zebrafish Developmental Genomics https://shorturl.at/ihqek at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Prof. Cecilia L. Winata, is seeking two Master’s students.

You will join the project entitled “Reconstructing cardiovascular cell lineage evolution, one cell at a time”, which is carried out as the OPUS 2019/35/B/NZ2/02548 grant of the Polish National Science Centre. The project aims to elucidate the epigenetic contribution towards cardiovascular lineage diversity and discover novel genes and regulatory elements involved in this process.

As a Master’s student you will be involved in performing functional analysis of selected candidate genes and/or enhancers using various approaches, including gene knockdown, CRISPR mutagenesis, qRT-PCR, as well as morphological characterization of zebrafish embryos by microscopy.

 

Requirements:

- 1st degree in biology, biochemistry or related field obtained

- the candidate must be formally enlisted in MSc studies in Poland

- basic experience in laboratory work

- good knowledge of the principles of cell and molecular biology

- basic knowledge of the principles of developmental biology

- good knowledge of English

- interest in developmental biology research, motivation and passion for experimental work

- willingness to learn and take new challenges, analytical thinking, availability

- good interpersonal skills

- research experience abroad will be a plus

- prior experience in research using animal models, particularly zebrafish, will be an advantage but is not essential

 

Selection criteria:

1. Education, technical competencies. 
2. Proficiency in spoken and written English.
3. 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  and according to the procedure complying the rules for granting scholarships for young scientists in research projects funded by the National Science Centre (appendix 1 to NCN Council Resolution No. 64/2019 dated September 16, 2019),

We offer:

• Fellowship 2500 PLN monthly for a period of min. 6 months with the possibility of extension.
• Participation in lab meetings and institutional seminars, institutional retreats, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring.
• Opportunity to learn a number of molecular, cell, and developmental biology techniques.
• Exposure to cutting-edge techniques available at the IIMCB.
• Work in international environment.

Deadline for applications is 15th December, 2024. The Recruitment Committee reserves the right to maintain constant contact with candidates who have sent applications on a regular basis and invitations to interviews of selected candidates before the application deadline. Job starting date is as soon as possible.

 

How to apply:

• Apply now to https://system.erecruiter.pl/FormTemplates/RecruitmentForm.aspx?WebID=e7acea8624ca4cb9ac177ffd69f61e77
• Your application must be submitted in English and should contain the following documents: CV, cover letter with a brief answer to the following questions: Why do you want to work with us? What are your key strengths? What is your greatest achievement? What is your scientific dream and how do you want to fulfill it? (max. 1 page), contact details to your BSc supervisor and other potential referees, transcript of records from BSc studies.
• 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 fulfills all requirementes.