Postdoctoral Researcher - Biophysics & Computational Patterning

Jagiellonian University; Polska; On-site; PLN 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multisport card

Medical packages

Group insurance

Social benefits

Job summary

Wydział Fizyki, Astronomii i Informatyki Stosowanej Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego poszukuje postdoka w dziedzinie fizyki biophysycznej i komputerowego modelowania. Praca obejmuje analizę regulacyjnych mechanizmów wpływających na precyzję wzrostu tkanek i rozwój modeli numerycznych, w ścisłej współpracy z laboratoriami eksperymentalnymi.

Zakres obowiązków obejmuje proponowanie i analizę mechanizmów regulacyjnych, generowanie predykcji obliczeniowych, udział w pracach grupowych i upowszechnianie

Qualifications

• Doktorat lub równoważny stopień w jednej z dziedzin: fizyka, biophysika lub informatyka.
• Biegła znajomość angielskiego w mowie i piśmie.
• Doświadczenie w pracy zespołowej i prowadzeniu analiz numerycznych.

Responsibilities

• Proponowanie i analiza mechanizmów regulacyjnych wpływających na precyzję wzrostu tkanek.
• Prowadzenie testowalnych predykcji obliczeniowych dla różnych tkanek.
• Udział w pracach grupowych i prezentacja wyników na konferencjach.
• Publikowanie wyników w publikacjach naukowych i seminariach.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Physics

PhD in Biophysics

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

C++

Python

Mathematica

Job description

The Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science

Organisation/Company Jagiellonian University Department The Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science Research Field Physics » Biophysics Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 3 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland 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 a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

In the developing organism cells proliferate, rearrange, and physically interact with other cells in the growing tissue. Chemical signals spread through the tissue to specify spatial patterns of different cell types with remarkable precision and reproducibility. Surprisingly little is known about how precision of this pattern is limited by cellular and mechanical factors in a growing tissue. The project will focus on understanding: (1) how growth is related to patterning precision, (2) how cellular dynamics and biomechanical feedbacks are limiting patterning precision, (3) how global mechanical constraints acting on a growing tissue are affecting patterning precision.

The successful applicant (F/M) will:

• work on proposing and analyzing regulatory mechanisms that are relevant for limiting patterning precision in growing tissues,
• derive testable computational predictions for the level of patterning expected in different vertebrate tissues,
• take part in group research activities,
• disseminate project results through publications, scientific conferences, research seminars and general audience talks.

The planned duration of employment is 24 months with possible extension.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Mathematics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Research Field Computer science Education Level PhD or equivalent

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

• interdisciplinary research realized in collaboration with experimental labs,
• research visits in foreign institutions and participation in international conferences,
• 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.a. Multisport card, sports activities, medical packages, group insurance,
• additional social benefits.

Eligibility criteria

Requirements

The selection procedure is open for all individuals, who meet the requirements set out in Articles 113 and 116.2.3) of the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science, and who meet the following eligibility criteria according to § 165 of the Statute of the Jagiellonian University:

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

Additional requirements necessary for employment (indicated in order of priority):

• doctoral degree obtained not later than 7 years before the year of employment in the project;
• doctoral degree obtained from an institution other than the one where employment in this post is planned, or at least 10 months of continuous and documented postdoctoral research carried out at an institution other than the one implementing the project and in a country other than the one in which the doctoral degree was obtained;
• PhD in physics, biophysics, computer science or similar;
• excellent academic track record;
• proficiency in written and spoken English;
• experience with numerical solvers (C++, Python, or Mathematica);
• interest in the interdisciplinary aspect of the project;
• experience in developmental biology and cell-based models will be an asset.

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 .

Additional comments

Required application documents:

• resume,
• personal questionnaire filled in by the Candidate (F/M),
• copy of the doctoral diploma or a diploma confirming the Candidate’s (F/M) habilitation degree, if applicable,
• information on the Candidate’s (F/M) scientific, teaching and organisational achievements,
• declaration of the Candidate (F/M), confirming that the Jagiellonian University will be their primary place of work, should they be selected in the selection procedure,
• statement under Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science,
• statement on acknowledging and accepting the rules and regulations concerning intellectual property management and commercialisation in force at the Jagiellonian University,
• cover letter highlighting your key achievement,

The documents should be submitted to [e-mail] . E-mail title: postdoc application, SONATA BIS. I encourage interested candidates to contact me in advance.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institute of Theoretical Physics, Faculty of Physics, Astronomy and Applied Computer Science, Jagiellonian University Country Poland City Kraków Postal Code 30-348 Street ul. Łojasiewicza 11 Geofield