Postdoctoral/PhD Student Opportunity: The Swiezewski Lab is currently accepting applications for one postdoctoral position and one PhD student in the field of molecular biology. The research will focus on virus-induced seed dormancy defects, specifically analyzing how viruses impact seed biology with a focus on DOG1 expression regulation. The successful candidates will join a dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge research in Plant Molecular Biology.
Postdoctoral Position and PhD Student Opportunity in Molecular Biology – Virus-Induced Seed Dormancy Defects
Designation:
- Postdoctoral Researcher
- PhD Student
Research Area: Molecular Biology – Virus-Induced Seed Dormancy Defects
Location: Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics PAS, Warsaw, Pawińskiego 5a, 02-106
Eligibility/Qualification: For Postdoctoral Position:
- PhD degree in life sciences obtained less than 7 years before employment.
- Outstanding publication record.
- Experience in plant biology and/or RNA/chromatin field is highly desired.
For PhD Student Position:
- Strong interest in Plant Molecular Biology.
- Laboratory work experience.
- Strong publication record.
- Ability to communicate in English.
Job Description: Both the postdoctoral researcher and PhD student will investigate virus-induced seed dormancy defects, focusing on DOG1 expression regulation. Tasks include advanced molecular biology methods, data analysis, and collaboration with the research team. Postdocs are expected to have an outstanding publication record and additional experience in working with plants and/or in the RNA/chromatin field.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should collect the following documents and send them via email to team.swiezewski@gmail.com:
- CV
- Short motivation letter
- Two reference letters and/or contact information for a previous scientific supervisor
Additionally for PhD Students:
- Short description of thesis or any other scientific project in English
- Record of all completed or nearly completed undergraduate courses with grades
Additionally for Postdocs:
- List of publications with a short description of your contribution
- Copy of PhD diploma or equivalent
Funding:
- PhD Students: 5000 scholarship not subject to tax
- Postdocs: 8900/month brutto subject to income tax
Please include the following statement in your application: “I hereby give my consent for the processing of my personal data by the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics PAS for the purpose of the recruitment process and for future recruitment processes conducted by the Institute under applicable laws and regulations.”
Last Date for Apply: 15 March 2024
