5 Apr 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences- Department
Digital manufacturing of biomimetic systems, (Team-32)- Research Field
Biological sciences » Biological engineering
Engineering » Biomaterial engineering
Engineering » Biomedical engineering
Chemistry » Physical chemistry- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)- Country
Poland- Application Deadline
25 Apr 2024 - 12:00 (Europe/Warsaw)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Hours Per Week
40- Offer Starting Date
13 May 2024- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Reference Number
Recruitment No 11/2024- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Post-doc position available in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS within National Science Center (NSC) SONATA BIS 12 Project No. 2022/46/E/ST8/00284 entitled “Przełomowa metoda biodruku wspomagana technikami mikroprzepływowymi oraz sztuczną inteligencją: na drodze do stworzenia atlasu modelowania in vitro tkanek ludzkich“
In vitro tissue models are regarded as a critical component of future biomedical research. Using them, researchers have demonstrated a high capacity in mimicking both tissue-specific complex phenomena and revealing the interplay between physiological tissue structures and functions over the last two decades. Current in vitro tissue models, on the other hand, are mostly created using low-throughput approaches based on prior experience, intuition, and trial-and-error methodology. Such constraints result in the creation of valuable in vitro models, albeit far from optimal. The goal of this project is to address these limitations by creating a datadriven, high-throughput workflow that includes an innovative microfluidic-assisted extrusion bioprinting (µ-eBP) system supported by advanced image analysis tools for capturing key information about in vitro neo-tissue formation dynamics. The core scientific and technical objectives of the MYO-PATH project are: i) the progress towards a deeper understanding and control of cellular dynamic processes involved in the manufacturing of artificial tissues – specifically of skeletal muscle tissue; ii) the establishment of blueprints to obtain the highest tissue functionality and scalability potential and prioritize the best cost-effective experimental conditions; iii) the generation of a developmental atlas of artificial muscle morphogenesis in vitro. We intend to achieve this goal by developing new tools - hardware and software - for all stages of µ-eBP. A multiplexed and iterative screening and optimization approach will be used to obtain blueprint information. We plan to develop microfluidic modules that will allow us to address critical, currently unmet challenges in eBP, such as i) cell sedimentation mitigation in printer cartridges and ii) bioink multiplexing. Cellular dynamics will be captured using a variety of techniques such as bright-field, confocal, and optical coherence tomography. Advanced image analysis tools, including machine learning (ML)-based tools, will be used to analyse the resulting datasets. Notably, we propose developing quasi-live and offline image analysis tools to reliably assess the best performing conditions based on two indexes: an order parameter and a myo-index.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Engineering » Biomedical engineering
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
- Research Field
- Engineering » Biomaterial engineering
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
- Research Field
- Chemistry » Physical chemistry
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The Post-Doc will be responsible for the development of the protocols for image analysis, 3D bioprinting and optimization of skeletal muscle culture in vitro and for the generation of the developmental of atlas maps of artificial muscle development in vitro.
It is expected that the successful candidate will be able to perform experiments independently, plan the workflow and participate in the decision-making process.
Responsibilities:
- Designing, planning, and carrying out experimental work independently, maintaining regular research notes.
- Preparation of manuscripts and reports.
- Scientific initiative and contribution through regular reporting and publishing, as well as presenting at group meetings as well as in national and international conferences;
- Providing help and supervision to junior members of the group;
- Contribution to the efficient functioning of the lab, including necessary organizational tasks.
Requirements
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
- Research Field
- Engineering » Biomedical engineeringEngineering » Biomaterial engineeringChemistry » Physical chemistry
- Years of Research Experience
- 4 - 10
Additional Information
Benefits
We offer a post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of around 9 600 PLN gross per month financed from the NCN SONATA BIS Project No. 2022/46/E/ST8/00284 100% of the work time of Postdoc will be devoted to the realization of the proposed project. The offer is for 24 months with possible extensions based on the performance (the maximum duration of the contract is planned for 48 months).
The successful candidate will benefit in the form of new knowledge and methods added to his/her toolbox. The project deals with tissue engineering, software engineering, material sciences , so a broad range of candidates will find new knowledge to be gained upon the realization of the project.
We plan to publish the results of the work in high-impact factor journals.
The successful candidate will be able to take advantage of all programs in the IPC PAS, including Young Scientists of IPC PAS competition and Mobility of Young Scientists of IPC PAS competition.
The institute provides an opportunity to participate in the ERASMUS+ programme.
Eligibility criteria
Candidate needs to meet formal requirements:
A post-doc type post is a full-time post, scheduled by the project’s principal investigator for a person who has been conferred a 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. For researchers with multiple PhDs, the date of the first PhD award is deemed the reference date. This period may be extended by a time of long-term (in excess of 90 days) documented sick leaves or rehabilitation leaves granted on account of being unfit to work. In addition, the period may be extended by the number of months of a child care leave granted pursuant to the Labour Code and in the case of women, by 18 months for every child born or adopted, whichever manner of accounting for career breaks is preferable.
Selection process
The Commission will take into account the following criteria:
a) competencies of candidates for specific tasks in a research project,
b) previous scientific achievements of candidates,
c) awards and distinctions of the candidate resulting from the conducted research.
The commission evaluates applications on a point scale
Required documents:
- employment application,
- professional curriculum vitae,
- university degree diploma,
- PhD certificate,
- a list of scientific achievements (publications, patents, conference presentations, etc.),
- at least one letter of recommendation written by academics.
- The application deadline is on the 25.04.2024, 12 PM (noon).
• Top candidates will be invited for an online or in-person interview (on the 29.04.2024). A good command of English is required. We reserve the right to contact and reply to only selected candidates.
• A position will be offered to the person who obtains the highest number of points.
• The results of the recruitment are planned to be announced on the 07.05.24
• Employment will take place in accordance with the provisions of the competition documentation of the National Science Center (NSC) for the SONATA BIS
https://www.ncn.gov.pl/ogloszenia/konkursy/sonata-bis12
and Employment policy of the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS
https://ichf.edu.pl/files/csr/ipc-procedures.pdf .
• The incomplete applications may not be considered.
• The results of the competition are made public.
• Candidates who have been issued a negative opinion by the Competition Committee or candidates not selected for employment have the right to appeal against the results of the evaluation. The appeal shall be lodged with the Director of the Institute within 7 days from the date of receipt of the appropriate information. The decision of the Director of the Institute shall be final.
• If the top candidate does not sign the contract due to the resignation, we reserve the right to choose the next candidate from the ranking list.
Additional comments
The complete application should be sent to [email protected] under reference title“Rekrutacja 11/2024” (emails without this number will not be considered!).
For more details about the position please contact : [email protected]
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Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Institute of Physical Chemistry Polish Academy of Sciences
- Country
- Poland
- City
- Warsaw
- Postal Code
- 01-224
- Street
- Kasprzaka 44/52
- Geofield
Where to apply
[email protected]
Contact
- City
Warsaw- Website
https://ichf.edu.pl/en/job- Street
Warsaw, Kasprzaka 44/52- Postal Code
PL-01-224
[email protected]
STATUS: EXPIRED
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