Doctoral Positions in Molecular Biology The Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, is recruiting candidates for the Doctoral School of Molecular Biology and Biological Chemistry. The research program, under Procedure no. DSMBBC/2023/23, is focused on achieving an atomic-resolution understanding of the function and evolution of critical metalloenzymes.
- 🎓 Supervisor: Dr. hab. Agata Starosta
- 📧 Supervisor’s Email: agata.starosta@ibb.waw.pl
- 🧪 Auxiliary Supervisor: Dr. Kevin Waldron
- 🏢 Research Unit: Laboratory of Metalloprotein Biology
- 🔗 Research Unit (www): Link
- 📚 Programme Title (English): An atomic-resolution understanding of how a critical metalloenzyme functions and evolves
- 📚 Programme Title (Polish): Zrozumienie w rozdzielczości atomowej, jak funkcjonuje i ewoluuje krytyczny metaloenzym
- 🧪 Discipline of Science: Biological Sciences
- 📝 PhD Programme Description:
- Focus on metalloproteins, exploring how they optimize for target metal ions over evolutionary time.
- Study iron- or manganese-dependent superoxide dismutases and their role in oxidative stress and pathogenicity.
- Apply cutting-edge methodologies in biochemistry, biophysics, and structural biology.
- Use bioinformatic analyses to understand evolutionary changes in metalloenzyme specificity.
- 📖 Literature References:
- Sendra KM et al., ‘An ancient metalloenzyme evolves through metal preference modulation,’ 2023.
- Barwinska-Sendra A et al., ‘An evolutionary path to altered cofactor specificity in a metalloenzyme,’ 2020.
- Garcia YM et al., ‘A Superoxide Dismutase Capable of Functioning with Iron or Manganese Promotes the Resistance of Staphylococcus aureus to Calprotectin and Nutritional Immunity,’ 2017.
- 🎓 Requirements for the Candidate:
- Hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in exact, natural, medical sciences, or related disciplines.
- Education at the Doctoral School begins on March 1, 2024.
- 💸 Scholarship Amount (Net, PLN):
- 1st year: 4000.00 PLN/month
- 2nd year: 4000.00 PLN/month
- 3rd year: 4500.00 PLN/month
- 4th year: 4500.00 PLN/month
- 📅 Number of Positions Available: 1
- 📅 Deadline for Submission of Documents: 19/01/2024
- 📅 Interview Dates: 22/01/2024 to 26/01/2024
- 📅 Recruitment Completion Deadline: 31/01/2024
- 📝 Required Documents:
- Application, consent to data processing, and statement on familiarizing with recruitment rules.
- Copy of the university diploma or estimated graduation date.
- Scientific CV, list of completed courses, and motivation letter.
- Contact details of at least one academic adviser.
- Disability certificate if applicable.
- Candidates with a foreign diploma need a certified translation into Polish or English.
- 🌐 Language of Documents: English
- 📝 How to Apply:
- Use the Application form for admission to the Doctoral School.
- Merge all required documents into a single pdf file.
- Send the file to PhDschool-recruitment@ibb.waw.pl or post it to the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics.
- Include “Procedure no. DSMBB C/2023/23” and your name in the email subject.
Designation: Doctoral Candidates
Research Area: Molecular Biology and Biological Chemistry – Metalloprotein Biology
Location: Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates must hold a Master of Science, Master of Engineering, medical doctor, or equivalent degree in exact sciences, natural sciences, medical sciences, or related disciplines. Individuals without the specified qualifications can participate but must obtain the required credentials before the start of the program on March 1, 2024.
Job Description:
Doctoral Positions in Molecular Biology and Biological Chemistry
The successful candidate will join the Laboratory of Metalloprotein Biology, focusing on the structure and function of metalloproteins. The research will involve a comprehensive study of iron- or manganese-dependent superoxide dismutases, exploring their atomic-resolution function and evolution. The project will employ cutting-edge methodologies in biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, and bioinformatics to understand the differential reactivities of metal cofactors within this protein family. The candidate will collaborate with world-leading experts and gain expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, structural biology, and advanced bioinformatic approaches.
How to Apply:
- Use the Application form for admission to the Doctoral School.
- Merge all required documents into a single PDF file.
- Send the file as an attachment to PhDschool-recruitment@ibb.waw.pl or post the documents to the Doctoral School at the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics.
Last Date for Apply: 19/01/2024
Scholarship Amount:
- 1st year: 4000,00 PLN/month
- 2nd year: 4000,00 PLN/month
- 3rd year: 4500,00 PLN/month
- 4th year: 4500,00 PLN/month
Number of Positions Available: 1
Deadline for Submission of Documents: 19/01/2024
Interview Dates: 22/01/2024 to 26/01/2024 (Exact date provided in the invitation)
Recruitment Procedure Completion: 31 January 2024
Language of Documents: English
Note: Detailed information, application form, and specific instructions can be found on the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics website.
