ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (F/M) 1227.1101.258.2026

Jagiellonian University; Polska; On-site; PLN 106,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multisport card

Medical packages

Group insurance

Additional social benefits

Job summary

Jagiellonian University in Poland seeks a postdoctoral researcher to advance structural biology projects. The role involves high-impact publications, collaboration with renowned scientists, and access to premier research infrastructure.

The candidate should have a PhD in structural biology or related discipline, strong cryo-EM experience, and proficiency in Python with Unix/Linux environments. English fluency is essential for dissemination of results.

Qualifications

• PhD in structural biology or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 months international research experience in structural biology.
• Proven publications in peer-reviewed journals, high impact favored.
• Fluency in English for clear presentation of interdisciplinary issues.
• Advanced cryo-EM knowledge, single-particle analysis; cryo-ET a plus.
• Basic programming skills in Python and Unix/Linux, including HPC.

Skills

Fluent English

Team-oriented

Proactive problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

PhD or equivalent

PhD in structural biology

Tools

Python

Unix/Linux

HPC systems

Job description

Organisation/Company Jagiellonian University Department Małopolska Centre of Biotechnology Research Field Biological sciences » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 2 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

• stable employment based on an employment contract at the renowned university,
• cooperation with the interdisciplinary academic community represented by well-known scientists,
• scientific support as well as the possibility of qualifications improvement and professional development,
• access to research infrastructure,
• benefits in the form of i.e. Multisport card, sports activities, medical packages, group insurance,
• additional social benefits.

Requirements

Research Field Biological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• holding at least a doctoral degree;
• having relevant scientific achievements;
• taking active part in scientific life.

Specific Requirements

• A PhD in structural biology or a related discipline, such as biophysics or biochemistry.
• A minimum of 6 months’ experience in an international research environment in the field of structural biology.
• A proven track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals with a high impact factor. Candidates (F/M) with publications as first author or joined first author in leading journals will be particularly favored.
• Proven ability to write and produce high-quality scientific publications in prestigious journals (e.g. from the Nature portfolio).
• Advanced knowledge of cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) techniques, specifically single-particle analysis, and molecular modelling; ideally, also a solid knowledge of cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET).
• A basic understanding of brain cell biology and/or protein translation dynamics is a significant asset.
• Basic programming skills in Python and experience in Unix/Linux environments, including HPC systems.
• A proven ability to produce visualizations of complex biological concepts and large-scale datasets to the publication standards of top-tier journals (e.g. the Nature portfolio).
• Fluency in English, enabling the clear and concise presentation of complex interdisciplinary issues (structural biology and cell biology/neuroscience).
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Mental resilience, a team-oriented attitude and the ability to remain calm and maintain an analytical approach under pressure.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to quickly assimilate new technologies and methodologies.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Biological sciences

• basic remuneration in the amount range of 9 471‒11 365 PLN gross;
• seniority allowance depending on length of service (3‒20%);
• jubilee awards for long-term service ‒ in accordance with the Regulation for remuneration of employees of the Jagiellonian University;
• possible task-based and periodic allowances, as well as discretionary awards, upon meeting the conditions set out in the Regulation for remuneration of employees of the Jagiellonian University;
• additional annual remuneration, the so-called \"thirteenth salary\" ‒ after meeting the conditions specified in the relevant regulation.

Benefits ‒ Institutional Social Benefits Fund (depending on the income per family member, in accordance with the Regulations for Granting Benefits from the Company Social Benefits Fund of the Jagiellonian University):

• co-financing of summer holidays (PLN 1 050–1 550 gross) and winter holidays (PLN 700–900 gross);
• co-financing for children for organised holidays (PLN 900–1 400 gross), or co-financing of individually purchased summer camps, sports camps, winter camps, medical holidays or rehabilitation stays (50–90%, with the maximum amount eligible for co-financing being PLN 2 500 gross) per child;
• cash equivalent for a special occasional package of sweets in the amount of PLN 100–300 gross per child;
• co-financing of childcare in nurseries, kindergartens and other forms of preschool education, as well as care provided by a daily guardian or nanny (PLN 250–400 gross).

Selection process

The first stage of the selection procedure is the formal assessment of the submitted documents. Applications which meet all formal requirements are the subject of substantive assessment, during which an interview with the Candidate (F/M) may be conducted (directly or via electronic communication channels), upon settling the date of the interview with the Candidate (F/M). During the interview, the soft competencies indicated in the announcement will also be verified. The Candidate (F/M) has the right to appeal against the negative assessment by the selection board within 7 days from receiving the information about the results of the assessment. The selection procedure is conducted in accordance with The Policy of Open, Transparent and Merit-Based Recruitment Process at the Jagiellonian University.