Summary
The Human Genetics Institute of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IGC PAN) in Poznań announces an open competition for the position of Assistant Professor in the Department of Cancer Genetics. This is an exciting opportunity to conduct research in the field of molecular mechanisms of tumor formation and development, particularly focusing on head and neck cancers.
Assistant Professor at the Department of Cancer Genetics, Poland
Designation
Assistant Professor
Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Institution | Human Genetics Institute of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IGC PAN) |
| City | Poznań |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Expected Salary | approx. 6900 PLN gross/month |
| Employment Type | Full-time contract |
| Research Area | Cancer genetics, head and neck tumors |
| Application Deadline | May 10, 2026 |
Research Area
The department conducts interdisciplinary research on the molecular mechanisms of head and neck cancer development, employing advanced techniques such as next-generation sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, CRISPR/Cas9, and functional assays.
Location
Institute of Human Genetics, Polish Academy of Sciences, ul. Strzeszyńska 32, 60-479 Poznań, Poland
Eligibility/Qualification
- Doctoral degree in medical, biological, chemical, or pharmaceutical sciences.
- Knowledge and skills in molecular biology.
- Scientific publications in the relevant fields.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- Highly motivated to work in research with problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in teams.
Job Description
- Conduct research in the area of head and neck tumors.
- Maintain experimental documentation.
- Prepare grant applications.
- Develop research findings into reports, scientific papers, and conference presentations.
- Supervise junior assistants, doctoral, and master students.
- Stay updated on theoretical and practical knowledge related to ongoing research.
- Ensure proper functioning of research apparatus.
- Actively participate in scientific conferences and institute meetings.
- Adhere to the institute’s regulations and health & safety measures.
- Perform other tasks assigned by the head of the department and institute management.
How to Apply
Submit your application documents either in person, by registered mail (with the note “Assistant Professor Department of Cancer Genetics”), or electronically to the email: sekretariat@igcz.poznan.pl. Your application should include the following documents:
- Application letter with contact details.
- Copy of higher education diploma.
- Copy of doctoral degree certificate (if applicable).
- Curriculum vitae.
- List of publications highlighting the five most important works done in the last five years.
- Information on citations and Hirsch index (if applicable).
- List of research projects led or executed (if applicable).
- At least one reference from a senior researcher in the relevant field.
- Research statement (maximum 3500 characters).
- Consent for processing personal data.
- Statement of awareness of the competition regulations.
- Statement confirming IGC PAN as the primary workplace in case of winning the competition.
Last Date for Apply
May 10, 2026, by 16:00
