Postdoctoral researcher

About IMol:

The International Institute of Molecular Mechanisms and Machines (IMol) Polish Academy of Sciences, was established in December 2020, 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 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.

About the job:

Currently, IMol is seeking highly motivated candidates for the position of Postdoc

The Laboratory of Lipids and Chronobiology led by Dr. Abdelhalim Azzi is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher. The position is fully funded by the National Science Center, NCN Poland. Our lab is interested in understanding the role of phosphoinositide 5-phosphatases in cell signalling. Knockout and mutagenesis models will be developed to study the role of the functional activity and adaptor function of these enzymes in cellular signalling.

Profile of candidates/requirements:

• The applicant must have a PhD in a relevant area and a documented publication record.
• Experience in molecular and cell biology is required.
• Experience in conducting experiments using mammalian tissue cell culture systems is required.
• Experience in basic biochemistry techniques, such as SDS-PAGE and Western Blot, is required.
• Prior experience in fluorescence microscopy and live cell imaging is highly desirable.
• Prior exposure to proteomics, high throughput sequencing and bioinformatics would be an advantage.
• Strong motivation, enthusiasm and flexibility.
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
• Candidates should have strong communicative skills (fluent spoken and written English), Polish is a plus.
• Enjoy working in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.  

We offer:

• Successful candidates will join an integrated, enthusiastic, and multidisciplinary institute doing high-quality research.
• Immersion in a stimulating scientific environment and international cooperation.
• State-of-the-art facilities with novel scientific technologies and infrastructure.
• Net salary ca. 6.900 PLN/month net.
• Medical care package and social benefits.
• Collaborative and supportive work culture.

How to apply:

Please prepare the following documents (you will be asked to submit the documents merged into one PDF file while filling out the application form linked below):

• Motivation letter;
• CV;
• A list of publications and conferences attended;
• Contact details of previous supervisors for reference (please do not attach generic reference letters but contact details instead)

If you think you are the person we are looking for, please apply by filling in this form:

https://forms.gle/Exoy7iw4U8cYLL9C6