Postdoctoral Position on Crossover Recombination: Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań (Poland) is inviting applications for a three-year Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Laboratory of Genome Biology led by Prof. Piotr A. Ziolkowski. The position, funded by the NCN MAESTRO project, focuses on understanding meiotic crossover recombination in plants. The research involves a combination of genetics, genomics, cytology, and molecular biology to investigate crossover pathways, mechanisms, and evolutionary consequences.
Postdoctoral Position on Crossover Recombination in Plants
This role is ideal for highly motivated researchers with a PhD in biology, genetics, or a related field, with strong experience in molecular cloning and plant handling. Candidates with expertise in plant genome analysis, sequencing, protein–protein interactions, or gene editing are strongly encouraged to apply.
Summary Table
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher (3 years) |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Plant Genetics, Genome Biology, Meiosis, Recombination |
| Location | Laboratory of Genome Biology, Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland |
| Project Funding | NCN MAESTRO project |
| Supervisor | Prof. Piotr A. Ziolkowski |
| Application Deadline | 01 November 2025 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Full-time, 3 years)
Research Area
- Meiotic crossover recombination in plants
- Functional relationships between crossover pathways
- Genome stability, recombination mechanisms, and evolutionary genetics
Location
Laboratory of Genome Biology
Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland
Eligibility / Qualification
- PhD in Biology, Genetics, or related discipline
- Strong publication record
- Practical experience in:
- Molecular cloning
- Plant handling (Arabidopsis, maize, or other plant species)
- Additional expertise (highly desirable):
- Plant genome analysis
- Oxford Nanopore (ONT) sequencing
- TurboID & protein–protein interactions
- Meiotic cytology
- CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene editing
Job Description
The postdoctoral researcher will:
- Investigate crossover frequency, distribution, and hotspot activity using Illumina sequencing and seed-typing methods
- Study the effects of mutations on crossover interference and heterochiasmy via sex-specific crossover maps
- Apply biochemical and cytogenetic approaches to test mechanistic hypotheses
- Contribute to method development for studying non-crossovers in plants
- Use long-read ONT sequencing to assess genome stability and structural rearrangements in mutant lines
- Work primarily with Arabidopsis, with potential expansion to other plant species
- Supervise and mentor undergraduate students (no formal teaching required)
We offer:
- A supportive, collaborative, and stimulating research environment
- Access to cutting-edge technology and methodologies in plant genetics and molecular biology
- Opportunities for career development in research, scientific writing, and grant applications
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to Prof. Piotr A. Ziolkowski (pzio@amu.edu.pl):
- CV (including education and academic history)
- Motivation letter
- Contact details of at least two academic referees
Applicants must also include the following GDPR consent statement in their application:
“I hereby give consent for my personal data included in my application to be processed for the purposes of the recruitment process under the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation).”
Last Date to Apply
01 November 2025
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