Two Postdoctoral researchers positions in the Laboratory of Neurodegeneration

12 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Department

Laboratory of Neurodegeneration

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology
Medical sciences » Health sciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Poland

Application Deadline

26 Jan 2024 - 23:55 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Mar 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 Neurodegeneration https://shorturl.at/aiuK2 at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Prof. Jacek Kuznicki is looking for twoPostdoctoral Researchers.

You will join the project entitled “How inactivation of mitochondrial calcium uniporter protects dopaminergic neurons”, which is carried out as the OPUS grant 2023/49/B/NZ4/02744 of the Polish National Science Centre. The aim of this project is to identify ferroptosis associated genes that are turned on or off in LRRK2 and PINK1 Parkinson Disease models when MCU inactivation rescues dopaminergic neurons, and to understand the mechanism of protection. We will induce ferroptosis in zebrafish lines and dopaminergic neurons obtained from human iPSCs with PINK1 or LRRK2 mutations and characterize features of both types of models.

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Medical sciences » Health sciences

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

As a postdoctoral researchers you will be responsible for: characterization of ferroptosis in pink1 & lrrk2 fish & patient-derived dopaminergic neurons (DNs); identification of MCU-sensitive ferroptosis associated genes (FAGs) in zebrafish & DNs and characterization of human proteins encoded by MCU-sensitive FAGs.

Specific Requirements

Requirements for the candidate:

1.  Holds a doctoral degree/Ph.D. in biology, biotechnology, medicine, or related field now of starting the job.

2.  Fulfils the formal criteria for the competition https://shorturl.at/tGPU6  in particular included on the pages 61 – 62.

3.  Has excellent knowledge of molecular and cell biology. Experience in zebrafish or related animals (one position) and iPSCs culture (second position) are not required but will be of advantage.

4.  Has expertise or shows strong interests in neurobiology, is motivated for experimental work, passion for science.

5.  Gathered extensive experience in laboratory work, including microscopic techniques.

6.  Has research achievements well documented by publication record and conference presentations.

7.  Shows readiness to learn new skills and take challenges, has ability to work independently and think analytically.

8.  Has excellent communication and writing skills.

9.  Mobility and research experience abroad will be of advantage but not mandatory.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Biological sciences » BiologyMedical sciences » Health sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:

• Full employment contract for one year with the possibility of extension.
• Gross monthly remuneration approx. 8400 PLN (net approx. 6400 PLN) (the final monthly gross salary will be calculated individually during the employment process, considering the length of service). Additional bonuses such as Christmas bonus may supplement this salary.

• Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
• Benefits including reduced rate for an individual medical care package and membership in MultiSport programme.
• Full technical, administrative, and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel.
• Participation in courses, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring.
• The chance to work in a team of friendly scientists with interests in neurobiology.

Selection process

The ideal candidate should be able to pursue challenging tasks, think independently, achieve objectives, and collaborate with other researchers. 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.

Additional comments

How to apply:

• Apply now to [email protected]
• In the subject include "Postdoc OPUS_LN" and your first and last name.
• Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV, a motivation letter, a description of your key achievements, and contact details at least two potential referees, including one of your supervisors.

• Please include the following statement in your application: “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
• The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements is found.

Website for additional job details

https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/research/2-laboratory-of-neurodegeneration

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

2

Company/Institute

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Country

Poland

City

Warsaw

Postal Code

02-109

Street

ks. Trojdena 2

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Warsaw

Website

https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/research/2-laboratory-of-neurodegeneration

Street

4, Ks. Trojdena

Postal Code

02-109

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED