Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- Jagiellonian University, Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology
- Department
- Cell Biophysics Department
- Research Field
- Biological sciences
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Country
- Poland
- Application Deadline
- 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
A postdoctoral position is open for a highly motivated person with experience in cell biology and/or biophysics, to join our research group at Department of Cell Biophysics, Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology, Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland. The successful candidate will participate in a project which is focused on mechanisms of DNA damage induction and repair in mammalian oocytes and somatic cells. Cell biology and biophysical techniques will be used, including fluorescence confocal and super-resolution imaging, and various methods of detection of DNA damage and repair.
The overall goal of the proposal is to improve our understanding of the mechanisms behind a lower mutation rate of the female germline in comparison with somatic cells. The planned research involves direct measurements the numbers of endogenous single-strand DNA breaks (sSTRIDE technique, Nucl. Acids Res. 48(3), 2020, p. e14), measurements and imaging of localisation of critical SSB repair factors in oocytes and somatic cells, assessing the capacity of oocytes and zygotes to repair SSBs, and measurements of abundance of repair components and assessing their role in conferring resistance to DNA damage.
Jagiellonian University ranks among the best and the oldest (est. 1364) universities in Europe. Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology offers state-of-the-art equipment and technological facilities, and ample collaboration opportunities with other research groups on the campus, in all disciplines of science. More information:
Jagiellonian University: https://en.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/start
Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology: https://wbbib.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/start-en
Department of Cell Biophysics: https://helios.wbbib.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/
Kraków is a vibrant city, one of the most visited tourist destinations in Europe, and a renowned centre of science and technology. For more information visit: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/poland/malopolska/krakow
FUNDING ORGANISATION
The project is funded by National Science Center, Poland, and Czech Science Foundation, Czech Republic.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Biological sciences
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
Educational level: Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent (biological sciences or physics)
Required languages: Good command of spoken and written English.
Hands-on experience with fluorescence confocal imaging, in vitro cell cultures, immunofluorescence, methods of detection of DNA damage and repair, western blots, plasmid multiplication will constitute an advantage.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Good
- Research Field
- Biological sciences
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
Additional Information
JU employees are covered by health insurance and pension scheme. Jagiellonian University offers an opportunity to benefit from additionally paid medical and sport services.
Required Application Materials:
- Cover letter, including description of research interests
- Curriculum vitae
- Copies (pdf) of first author publications
- Names and contact information for at least two referees
The candidates who fulfil the criteria of the job announcement will be invited for an interview (Zoom, Skype).
APPOINTMENT
Appointment starting date: position open immediately
Appointment term: three years
Salary: dependent on expertise and experience
Info about the lab: https://helios.wbbib.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/
Inquiries: jerzy.dobrucki@uj.edu.pl
Application deadline: 30th November 2022
Interested candidates should send the application documents by e-mail to: jerzy.dobrucki@uj.edu.pl
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Cell Biophysics Department
- Country
- Poland
- State/Province
- małopolskie
- City
- Kraków
- Postal Code
- 30-387
- Street
- Gronostajowa 7
- Geofield
Where to apply
- jerzy.dobrucki@uj.edu.pl
Contact
- State/Province
- małopolskie
- City
- Krakow
- Website
- Street
- Gronostajowa 7
- Postal Code
- 30-387