Research assistant / Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology

24 Apr 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

The International Institute of Molecular Mechanisms and Machines Polish Academy of Sciences

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Poland

Application Deadline

31 May 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

Research Assistant Sonata Bis JZm

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

No

Offer Description

The International Institute of Molecular Mechanisms and Machines (IMol) Polish Academy of Sciences, was constituted in December 2020, in partnership with the University Medical Centre Göttingen, Germany and the University of Warsaw, Poland.
IMol has been established to conduct scientific research and provide training in the fields of biological, chemical, medical, biotechnological, bioinformatics, biophysical, pharmacological, and similar sciences, in the international environment conducive to collaborative efforts, research and development interactions with the biotechnological industry, and wide dissemination of our results. We aim at the development of solutions that will help everyone on this planet live a safer life.
 
Currently, IMol is seeking highly motivated candidates for the position of research assistant in the Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology.

Job start date: 1st of September 2024
Deadline for applying: 31st of May 2024
About the research group: Zmorzynska Group | IMol

Few words about the research project: You will join the project entitled “Influence of environmental factors related to maternal infection during pregnancy on the development of neuropsychiatric disorders in offspring with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex in the zebrafish model” carried out as the SONATA BIS grant (UMO-2023/50/E/NZ3/00252) of the National Science Centre, Poland.
The project aims to answer how various environmental insults related to infection during pregnancy interact with changes caused by genetic mutation and how these interactions shape connectivity development and brain function to regulate specific behaviours related to neuropsychiatric disorders. With the use of an integrative, multi-level, and unbiased approach, we aim to unravel environmental influence on early brain development with the primary focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety, and related learning disabilities using zebrafish semi- and high-throughput behavioural tests, next-generation sequencing methods, cutting-edge microscopy, and computer vision techniques.

 

We offer:

• Start date: 1st September 2024
• Full-time position for up to 5 years
• Salary of ca. 5000 PLN net/month
• Medical care package and social benefits
• Flexible working hours
• Collaborative and supportive work culture
• Participation in an ambitious interdisciplinary project
• Working with state-of-the-art research equipment
• Opportunity to gain unique professional experience

 
Key responsibilities:

• Culturing zebrafish embryos and larvae, genotyping, and extraction of RNA or proteins
• Performing basic experiments using zebrafish
• Keeping a record of experimental details
• Data analysis, interpretation, and discussion
• Collaborate with team members
• Active participation in the research conducted in the lab

 
 Profile of candidates/requirements:

• MSc in biology, biotechnology, or related fields
• Basic knowledge in following disciplines: neurobiology, developmental biology, molecular and cell biology, and/or genetics
• Previous hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques
• Willingness to work with a zebrafish animal model
• Keen interest in neurodevelopment, connectivity development, and molecular mechanisms underlying behavior
• Prior experience in working with zebrafish or other animal models would be an advantage
• Good command of writen and spoken English is essential
• Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude

 
Required documents (in English):

• Cover letter
• CV
• List of publications
• Reference contacts (please do not send generic letters, contact details only)

 
If you think you are the person we are looking for, please apply by filling in this form: https://forms.gle/Exoy7iw4U8cYLL9C6

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

IMol PAS

Country

Poland

City

Warsaw

Postal Code

02-247

Street

Flisa 6

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://forms.gle/Exoy7iw4U8cYLL9C6

Contact

City

Warsaw

Website

http://imol.instiutute

Street

Flisa 6

Postal Code

02-247

STATUS: EXPIRED