Our laboratory is conducting research on the development of synapses with a primary focus on neuromuscular junctions. We use multidisciplinary approaches to understand mechanisms that orchestrate synaptic remodeling in the early postnatal period. We are seeking highly motivated, ambitious and creative individuals to join our group. During your work, you will be undergoing intensive training that should help you to become successful in academia. While conducting your own research, you will be exposed to a broad range of techniques: generation of conditional knockout animals, preparation staining and analysis of tissues, cell culture, biochemistry and proteomics (complex precipitation, mass spectrometry analysis, Western-blots, co-immunoprecipitations), generation of recombinant viruses (adenoviruses, lentiviruses and retroviruses).
Qualifications (main criteria):
PhD degree in natural sciences (biology, biotechnology or medicine)
High motivation for work and strong interest in conducting research
Experience in cell biology, neuroscience, biochemistry or genetics
Fluency in English
Qualifications (additional criteria):
A successful candidate should be a creative person, capable of independent thinking and working autonomously. Excellence in interpersonal skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team are mandatory for this position.
Applications in English (pdf format) may be uploaded on-line: https://recruitment.nencki.gov.pl/register.php?call=
The remuneration negotiations for the position will be based on knowledge and experience of the candidate – in accordance to internal regulations of the Institute. Selection of the best candidate will be solely based on merits providing equal opportunity."
Contact Information
Ms Urszula Dziewulska
Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
Closing date: 2013-04-14