Postdoctoral Researcher in experimental structural biology of RNA

26 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Department

Laboratory of Bioinformatics and Protein Engineering

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Chemistry » Molecular chemistry

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Poland

Application Deadline

15 Mar 2024 - 23:55 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

15 May 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Laboratory of Bioinformatics and Protein Engineering at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Prof. Janusz M. Bujnicki, offers a position for a Postdoctoral Researcher in experimental structural biology of RNA

This position is ideal for you if you have solid experience in experimental structural biology (for proteins and/or nucleic acids) or in the analysis of RNA modifications. We are also interested in applications from candidates with experience in other areas related to experimental studies of RNA structure, who can contribute new techniques to be used in our interdisciplinary work. We are looking for applicants interested in applying for extramural grants or fellowships.

Our laboratory http://iimcb.genesilico.pl studies the structures and mechanisms of biological macromolecules, in particular RNA and macromolecular complexes involving nucleic acids, proteins, and small molecules. We use experimental approaches such as chemical probing, crystallography, cryo-EM, circular dichroism, and SAXS to characterize the structures and functions of RNAs and their complexes. We also develop and use computer programs for data analyses, in particular for modeling based on experimental data.

This position is offered within a project entitled “Unraveling the influence of posttranscriptional modifications on RNA 3D structure formation and its dynamics, with the integrated use of theoretical and experimental approaches” carried out as the OPUS grant of the Polish National Science Centre (UMO-2020/37/B/NZ2/02456).

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Biochemistry

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Organic chemistry

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

This position is ideal for you if you have solid experience in experimental structural biology (for proteins and/or nucleic acids) or in the analysis of RNA modifications. We are also interested in applications from candidates with experience in other areas related to experimental studies of RNA structure, who can contribute new techniques to be used in our interdisciplinary work. We are looking for applicants interested in applying for extramural grants or fellowships.

Specific Requirements

We require:

• Ph.D. in any relevant area (e.g., biology, chemistry, etc.), defended no more than 7 years before the start of the contract (according to the rules of the funding agency).

• Fulfillment of formal criteria of the competition in particular section 2.1.1: https://tinyurl.com/5em5kbah

• Experience related to at least one of the following areas: experimental structure determination of biological macromolecules (e.g., cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography, experimental molecular biology of RNA (e.g., NGS-based methods), or biophysical analyses of macromolecular structure and dynamics

• Proactive approach to achieving objectives, good interpersonal skills, collaborative and adaptive attitude

• Very good organizational skills, especially project and time management skills

• Very good command of English (written and oral communication) and presentation skills

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Biological sciences » BiologyChemistry » BiochemistryChemistry » Organic chemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:

• Full-time contract (“umowa o pracę”) for at least 18 months, with an intended extension depending on performance and applications for extramural funding.

• Gross monthly remuneration starting at 7500 PLN/month, net approx. 6000 PLN/month, commensurate with experience (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.

• Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual medical care package and membership in the MultiSport program

• Work in a multidisciplinary, international team, in a dynamic organization, with multiple opportunities for professional development, participation in courses, scientific training and academic mentoring

• Administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel

Selection process

The Postdoctoral Researcher will be selected from candidates 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://tinyurl.com/54meyr6r . The competition may be extended or repeated until suitable candidates who fulfill all requirements are found.

Additional comments

How to apply:

• Email your application to [email protected]  

• In the subject of the message include "IIMCB-postdoc-structural-biologist" and your first and last name

• Your application must be submitted in English and should contain: 1) a CV, 2) a cover letter including a short description of your key achievements and expertise how they relate to the position offered, 3) contacts to at least two potential referees, including your Ph.D. supervisor. At this stage, please do not attach copies of diplomas, etc.

• 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 thecurrent 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 .

• We will contact only selected best candidates, who may be given additional questions and tasks as a part of the recruitment process

Website for additional job details

https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/research/1-laboratory-of-bioinformatics-and-protein…

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Country

Poland

Postal Code

02-109

Street

ks. Trojdena 2

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Warsaw

Website

http://www.iimcb.gov.pl

Street

4, Ks. Trojdena

Postal Code

02-109

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED