Oferty pracy w projektach finansowanych przez NCN
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Uprzejmie informujemy o nowych warunkach zatrudniania osób na stanowiska typu post-doc: limit czasu upływającego od uzyskania stopnia doktora dla aplikujących na te stanowiska kobiet może być przedłużony o 1,5 roku za każde urodzone bądź przysposobione dziecko.
Oferta pracy
Nazwa stanowiska: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER in the Laboratory of Prokaryotic Gene Re
Wymagania:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
You will explore the molecular logic by which bacteria decide the fate of their RNAs - whether to translate, store, or degrade them. Using biochemical reconstitution, fluorescent labeling, and single-molecule imaging, you will explore how molecular machines like Hfq, small RNAs, ribosomes and the degradosome coordinate to control gene expression.
IN ADDITION, YOU WILL:
1. Design and conduct experiments using biochemistry, molecular biology, and single-molecule imaging
2. Analyze complex datasets (kinetics, FRET traces, colocalization)
3. Initiate and drive new subprojects
4. Mentor PhD students and collaborate closely within the group and with partners abroad
5. Present results at international conferences and prepare high-impact publications
Candidate profile:
1. Holds (or is about to obtain) PhD in biology, biophysics, biochemistry.
2. More information can be found via this link: Fulfills the formal criteria for the competition
3. The candidate must meet the eligibility conditions set by the National Science Centre (NCN) for persons employed in a post-doc type position. In particular, the person employed in this position obtained their PhD degree in the year of employment in the project or within 7 years before 1 January of the year of employment in the project. This period may be extended by the time spent during that period on long-term (over 90 days) documented sick leave or rehabilitation benefits related to incapacity for work. Additionally, this period may be extended by the number of months spent on child-care and child-rearing leave granted under the rules specified in the Labour Code, and in the case of women—by 18 months for each child born or adopted, if this method of indicating breaks in a scientific career is more advantageous.
4. Has solid expertise in RNA or protein biochemistry; experience with single-molecule techniques will be a plus
5. Is driven by curiosity about RNA regulation mechanisms
6. Has a strong publication record and a demonstrated ability to work independently
7. Communicates fluently in English (written and oral)
8. Is enthusiastic about working in an interdisciplinary, international, and collaborative environment
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
Every RNA molecule in a bacterial cell lives a dynamic life - engaged in constant interactions with proteins, other RNAs, and the ribosome - until it is inevitably degraded. How do these events coordinate in time and space? Why do some RNAs survive while others are rapidly destroyed? This project tackles one of the most fundamental questions in molecular biology: how do RNA silencing, translation, and degradation communicate with each other in real time?
Using single-molecule TIRF microscopy, biochemical reconstitution, and fluorescent labeling, we will observe individual RNA molecules and degradosome complexes in action, capturing millisecond-scale dynamics that shape gene expression.
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.
Our goal is to reveal:
• How sRNAs and Hfq recruit the degradosome to specific mRNAs
• What determines whether an RNA is preserved or degraded
• How translation and decay compete or cooperate on the same transcript
Termin składania ofert: 6 lipca 2026, 00:00
Forma składania ofert: formularz rejestracyjny
Warunki zatrudnienia:
We offer
1. Full employment contract initially for 6 months with a possible extension.
2. Full-time salary 9 700 gross per month.
3. Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
4. 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.
5. Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
6. Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual private medical care package and membership in the MultiSport programme.
7. Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel.
8. Participation in courses, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring.
Deadline for applications is July 5th, 2026. Job starting date is August 1st, 2026 or later.
How to apply
1. Apply now via system eRecruiter: eRecruiter application form
2. 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.
3. 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 personal data processing information link.
4. Procedure for reporting irregularities, taking follow-up actions, and protecting whistleblowers: whistleblowing procedure
The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements is found.
Selection criteria
1. Technical competence, experience and fit of the expertise to the position.
2. Scientific achievements - publications, awards, grants, etc.
3. Soft skills – command of English language, motivation letter, communication skills, teamwork, likelihood to fit to the group, compatibility of plans for individual development with the goals of the group.