Assistant professor

14 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Warsaw University of Technology

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biological engineering
Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Poland

Application Deadline

13 Apr 2024 - 16:00 (Europe/Warsaw)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

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

The candidate will be responsible for conducting basic research aimed at (1) understanding the mechanism of action of potential active substances and drugs targeting SARS-CoV-2, (2) determining the application possibilities for newly synthesized substances - immunomodulators in inflammatory reactions (through molecular analyses, genetic and cellular (in vitro and ex vivo). The candidate should have theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of genetics and molecular biology methods (PCR, RT-PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry), cell culture, and microscopic techniques, e.g. phase-contrast, SEM, and CLSM. The candidate should have a very good knowledge of English. The candidate should be highly independent and creative, well organized, and highly motivated in scientific work.

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Candidates are required to have:

completed higher education with a Master's degree or equivalent;

a PhD degree obtained no longer than 7 years ago (preferably in biology, biotechnology, or related);

a scientific profile related to the specialization of biology confirmed by publications, and participation in the projects;

knowledge and experience in molecular biology and genetics;

knowledge in the field of cell culture techniques;

experience in working in cleanroom laboratories will be an advantage;

ability to present research results, good organization of work, communication skills;

good knowledge of English in speech and writing, allowing for active participation in international scientific conferences, free work with English-language scientific literature, and submission of applications for grants, including international cooperation.

Specific Requirements

The candidate's duties will include conducting research in the fields of molecular biology and genetics. Required qualifications to use specialized ddPCR, RT-PCR equipment, and the ability to analyze data. A biologist with experience in cell culture and biobanking. Competence to conduct research in the Department of Genetic Engineering and run a clinical biobank, passaging cells and preparing documentation confirming the team's competencies in the field of ISO 17025. The candidate should have theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of genetics and molecular biology methods (PCR, RT-PCR, ELISA, western-blot, flow cytometry), cell cultures, and microscopic techniques, e.g. phase contrast, SEM, CLSM. The candidate should have a very good knowledge of English. The candidate should be highly independent and creative, well organized, and highly motivated in scientific work.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Languages

POLISH

Level

Excellent

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information
Benefits

36 vacation days

Eligibility criteria

completed higher education with a Master's degree or equivalent;

a PhD degree obtained no longer than 7 years ago (preferably in biology, biotechnology, or related);

a scientific profile related to the specialization of biology/biotechnology confirmed by publications, participation in the projects;

knowledge and experience in molecular biology and genetics;

knowledge in the field of cell culture techniques;

experience in working in cleanroom laboratories will be an advantage;

ability to present research results, good organization of work, communication skills;

good knowledge of English in speech and writing, allowing for active participation in international scientific conferences, free work with English-language scientific literature, and submission of applications for grants, including international cooperation.

Selection process

Competition

Additional comments

The candidate should be highly independent and creative, well organized, and highly motivated in scientific work.

REQUIREMENTS: Biology: Molecular biology, genetics: PhD or equivalent

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Warsaw University of Technology the Faculty/Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies

Country

Poland

City

Warsaw

Postal Code

02-822

Street

Poleczki 19

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Warsaw

Website

http://www.pw.edu.pl

Street

Plac Politechniki 1

Postal Code

00-661

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED