Postdoctoral Researcher (role in the project Junior Postdoctoral Researcher)

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw; Polska; On-site; PLN 102,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Christmas bonus

Private medical care

MultiSport program

Job summary

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher role within the RNA-Prime project. The successful candidate will work on RNA biology, protein expression/purification, and structural studies under Prof. Gracjan Michlewski and in collaboration with Prof.

Marcin Nowotny. We seek a recent PhD in biological sciences with strong lab skills in molecular biology and protein biochemistry, including protein purification; familiarity with

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field obtained within the past 5 years.
• Solid knowledge in molecular biology and protein biochemistry.
• Experience in protein purification; knowledge of crystallography and/or cryo-EM is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to publish in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare expression constructs and express viral proteins in bacterial and eukaryotic systems.
• Purify proteins and characterize protein–nucleic acid interactions.
• Conduct structural studies of viral proteins.
• Draft scientific papers and present results at conferences.
• Collaborate with the RNA-Protein Interactions group.

Skills

Molecular biology

Protein biochemistry

Protein purification

Crystallography / Cryo-EM

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Biological sciences

Job description

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Organisation/Company International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 15 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number FENG.02.01-IP.05-T003/23 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Postdoctoral Researcher (role in the project Junior Postdoctoral Researcher)

Recruitment for the project “RNA and Cell Biology Platform for Research and Innovation in Medicine (RACE-PRIME)” (grant agreement no. FENG.02.01-IP.05-T003/23) implemented within the framework of the International Research Agendas funded by the European Funds for Smart Economy programme, for the position of Research specialist to carry out research work in the RNA area under the direction of Prof. Gracjan Michlewski, head of the RNA-Protein Interactions - Dioscuri Centre at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw ( IIMCB ) , in collaboration with Prof. Marcin Nowotny( Laboratory of Protein Structure ).

The main objective of RACE-PRIME is to transform the IIMCB into a world-class center of excellence in RNA and cell biology. Researchers would like to use the results of core research to develop therapies and diagnostic methods, discover new therapeutic objectives, and identify molecules with desirable properties so that they can be developed into medications.

Project description: Preparation of expression constructs, expression of viral proteins in bacterial and eukaryotic systems, protein purification and characterization of protein-nucleic acid interactions, structural studies of viral proteins.

Requirements for the candidate

• Possesses a Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field obtained within the past 5 years; however, the 5-year period is calculated from the year of obtaining the Ph.D., or plans to defend his/her dissertation prior to the start of employment (planned date is 01.01.2027 or later).
• Has solid knowledge and documented laboratory experience in molecular biology and protein biochemistry.
• Has experience in protein purification (particularly for nucleic acid enzymes), knowledge of crystallography and/or cryo-EM will be a plus.

4. Has excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and ability to work independently and in a high-performance team.

5. Has the ability to draft (in English) scientific papers for academic journals.

6. Has the ability to communicate (in English) complex information clearly, orally and in writing.

7. Has good presentation skills (ideally having presented during at least one international conference).

8. At least one publication in an international peer-reviewed journal.

Selection criteria

• Technical competence, experience and fit of the expertise to the position.
• Soft skills – command of English language, motivation letter, communication skills, teamwork, likelihood to fit to the group, compatibility of plans for individual development with the goals of the group.

Candidates will be selected in an open competition, according to the procedure complying with the rules of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as a part of HR Excellence in Research strategy.

We offer

• Full employment contract initially for 6 months with a possible extention.
• Full-time gross salary of approximately 10 000 PLN per month.
• Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
• Additional bonuses such as the 13th salary after working for the Institute for six months in a given calendar year, or Christmas bonus may supplement this salary.
• Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
• Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual private medical care package and membership in the MultiSport programme.
• Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel.
• Participation in courses, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring.

Deadline for applications is November 15th, 2026. Job starting date is January 1st, 2027.

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