PhD student position in the Laboratory of RNA Biology - ERA Chairs Group

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PhD student position in the Laboratory of RNA Biology - ERA Chairs Group

Laboratory of RNA Biology - ERA Chairs Group https://shorturl.at/lxI56 at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Andrzej Dziembowski, Prof. is looking for PhD student.

You will join the project entitled „Principles of endogenous and therapeutic mRNA turnover in vivo”, acronym ViveRNA (Project no 101097317) under Horizon Europe of the European Union, funded by the ERC Advanced Grant.

The exact nature of the project will depend on the skills, predispositions, and interests of the selected PhD student. It may focus on:

  • analysis of mRNA stability in vivo with the help of transgenic mouse models,
  • mastering of the DRS methodology in either the experimental part or bioinformatic analysis,
  • analysis of principles of mRNA stability control and design of more efficient mRNA based therapeutics.

You will be also responsible for analyzing the data, preparing various forms of dissemination of the results obtained and participating in the mandatory activities of the Doctoral School.

Candidates will be selected according to the procedure complying 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 https://bit.ly/3U0dydP

Requirements for the candidate:

  • Master's degree in biology, biochemistry or related field,
  • Highly talented individuals who are passionate about research and are full of scientific curiosity,
  • Experience in either: molecular biology/transcriptomics, animal models, bioinformatic analysis of transcriptomic data, will be a clear benefit,
  • Written and spoken fluency in English,
  • Willingness to learn and take new challenges, ability to work independently, analytical thinking,
  • Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative attitude 

We offer:

  1. Full-time employment contract for 48 months
  2. Gross monthly remuneration starting from approx. 5 640 PLN
  3. Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations)
  4. Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual private medical care package and membership in MultiSport programme
  5. Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel
  6. Participation in courses, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring

Deadline for applications is 25th September, 2023.   

How to apply:

  • Apply now to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • In the subject include "PhD Student_ERC " and your first and last name.
  • Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV and motivation letter.
  • Please include the following statement in your CV: “I hereby agree to the processing of my personal data, included in the application documents by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw, 4 Księcia Trojdena Street, 02-109 Warsaw, for the purpose of carrying out the current recruitment process.” Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment procedure by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw.
    Full information is available under the link https://bit.ly/3UFWpY2

The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements is found.

 

 

 

We would like to inform that the competition for the PhD Student position has been resolved, the selected candidate is  Wiktor Antczak.

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