Two post-doctoral positions in biology/biological physics

Essential

• PhD held or to be completed before the job start date in physics, chemistry, microbiology, or bioengineering.

• Hands-on experience in optical imaging and/or microfluidics, including image analysis (ImageJ, Python, or Matlab) OR expertise in microbiology and genetic engineering of E. coli

• Very good academic achievements as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and talks/poster presentations at international conferences.

• Ability to draft (in English) scientific papers for academic journals.

• Ability to communicate (in English) complex information clearly, orally and in writing.

• Ability to think creatively, propose and develop new ideas.

• Capability of working without close supervision, exercising a high degree of initiative and demonstrating a pro-active approach to work.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

• Enthusiasm for learning basic microbiology techniques.

Desirable

• Experience in developing DIY microscopes or other optical imaging devices OR experience with CRISPR/Cas9

• Experience with automated epi-fluorescent microscopes and Micromanager (software for controlling microscopes)

• Microfluidics experience

• Experience with software for designing microfluidic chips such as AutoCAD OR experience with DNA sequencing (DNA isolation, library prep, variant calling).

• Experience in cross-disciplinary and / or collaborative research projects.

• Ability to communicate with researchers with different scientific backgrounds.

• Ability to adapt to new ideas and willingness to approach new challenges and adjust plans to suit new priorities.

• Ability to work hard and organise work so as to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to maintain a clean and well-organised laboratory environment and to set up and maintain a well-organised digital repository of experimental data and protocols.

• Potential for career advancement as an independent researcher.

Post-doc (<7 years since PhD as of 1 Jan 2023. Extensions possible due to maternity or sick leave)

Gross salary 11000 PLN/month (net salary approx. 8700 PLN, approximately 1800 EUR), private healthcare

see Skills/qualifications above

A complete application should include the following items:

• motivation letter

• professional curriculum vitae

• list of publications

• personal data processing consent

• in addition, letters of reference may be provided, though this is not obligatory

All documents (including the reference letters) should be emailed to rekrutacja@ichf.edu.pl

Short-listed candidates will be invited for an in-person interview or a conference call (Zoom or Skype) in January 2023

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