Post-doc

EURAXESS Ireland; Poznań; Hybrid; PLN 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Pension plan

Training and courses funding

Additional days off for education

Job summary

Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań invites applications for a Postdoctoral research position. The successful candidate will plan and conduct laboratory experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts under supervision, with opportunities to submit individual grant applications.

ENGLISH language level: Good. The candidate should have a PhD in Biology or related field, plus experience in RNA biology and/or animal models, and the competition

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology or related discipline.
• Experience in RNA biology and/or animal models.
• Languages: ENGLISH level Good.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct laboratory experiments.
• Analyze data and prepare manuscripts.
• Prepare and submit an individual grant application under supervision.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

RNA biology

Animal models

Imaging

Education

PhD in Biology or related discipline

Job description

Organisation/Company Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań Department Faculty of Biology Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 28 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 16 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and conducting laboratory experiments, analyzing data and preparing manuscripts. The postdoc's will also have the opportunity to prepare and submit an individual grant application under the supervision of the PI.

The competition is open to individuals who meet the requirements specified in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science of 20 July 2018 (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, Article 113 as amended) and who meet the following requirements:

1. PhD in Biology or related discipline

2. Lab experience in molecular biology techniques and RNA Biology

3. Experience in animal models and/or imaging

2. Lab experience in molecular biology techniques and RNA Biology

3. Experience in animal models and/or imaging

4. The candidate meets the requirements specified in the NCN SONATA 17 regulations https://ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/pliki/uchwaly-rady/2021/uchwala79_2021-zal1_ang.pdf#page=54
Required documents:
Application form/letter of the candidate addressed to the Vice-Rector announcing the competition;

• Diplomas or certificates issued by colleges and universities attesting to education and degrees or titles held (in case of academic degrees obtained abroad - the documents must meet the equivalence criteria set out in Article 328 of the Act of 20 July 2018 Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2023, item 742 Polish: Dziennik Ustaw 2024 poz. 1571 t.j.);
• Information on the Applicant’s research, teaching and organizational achievements:
  • Publications and/or patents
  • Demonstrated research experience in RNA biology and/or animal models
• Other documents as determined by the competition committee.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

• an atmosphere of respect and cooperation
• supporting employees with disabilities
• funding for language learning
• co-financing of training and courses
• additional days off for education
• life insurance
• pension plan
• savings and investment fund
• preferential loans
• additional social benefits
• subsidizing children's vacations

Eligibility criteria

• 1. Scientific achievements documented by publications and their compliance with the research area competition requirements (0-20 pts);
• 2. participation in research projects (0-5 pts);
• 3. participation in internships (0-5 pts);
• 4. participation in additional trainings and workshops; participation in conferences (0-5 pts);

Selection process

• Competition committee begins working no later than 14 days after the deadline for submission of documents.
• Formal evaluation of submitted proposals.
• Call to provide additional or missing documents if necessary.
• Selection of candidates for the interview stage.
• Interviews for candidates who meet the formal requirements.
• The committee has the right to request external reviews of candidates' work or to ask candidates to conduct teaching assignments with an opportunity for student evaluation. The chair of the competition committee announces the results and informs the candidates. This information will include justification with a reference to candidates' strengths and weaknesses. Submitted documents will be sent back to candidates.

Additional comments

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop new research directions and receive comprehensive support in preparing their grant application.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Country Poland City Poznan Geofield