Postdoctoral Researcher in Gene Therapy: The Center for Development of Gene Therapies (TREAT-EXP) at the Center of Advanced Technologies, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poland, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the research group of Dr. hab. Michał R. Gdula. The project focuses on leveraging epigenetic regulation to enhance genetic therapies for diseases caused by nucleotide repeat expansions, including myotonic dystrophy.
This research is part of the TREAT-EXP project, funded by the Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) under the International Research Agenda (MAB) program with a budget of PLN 30 million over four years. The selected candidate will conduct advanced genomic and molecular biology research to understand and manipulate regulatory mechanisms affecting genes involved in repeat expansion disorders.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Epigenetics & Gene Therapy – Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Postdoctoral Researcher |
| Project | TREAT-EXP – Development of Gene Therapies |
| Institution | Adam Mickiewicz University |
| Department | Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology |
| Location | Poznań, Poland |
| Funding Agency | Foundation for Polish Science (FNP), co-financed by the European Union |
| Salary | ~13,866 PLN/month (gross) + 13th salary (~216,000 PLN/year gross) |
| Contract | Initial 1 year, extendable up to 3 additional years |
| Start Date | 1 May 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 20 March 2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Postdoc)
Research Area
- Epigenetics and gene regulation
- Gene therapy for repeat expansion diseases
- Molecular biology and genomics
- Chromatin architecture and 3D genome organization
- Next-generation sequencing and long-read sequencing analysis
Location
Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Center for Advanced Technologies
Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland
Eligibility / Qualification
Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or a related field (obtained before project start).
- Strong experience in molecular biology and biochemistry techniques.
- Experience with genomic experiments such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, WGBS, or related methods.
- At least one first-author publication in a reputable scientific journal related to the project field (e.g., epigenetics).
- Demonstrated ability for independent research and project management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with chromatin research, particularly chromatin conformation capture techniques.
- Bioinformatics experience.
- Microscopy and image analysis expertise.
Job Description
The selected postdoctoral researcher will:
- Lead an independent research project investigating epigenetic regulation of disease-associated genes.
- Conduct molecular biology and cell culture experiments.
- Perform genomic analyses including ATAC-seq, CUT&RUN, Capture-C, Micro-C, and long-read Nanopore sequencing.
- Characterize the epigenetic landscape and regulatory elements of genes linked to myotonic dystrophy.
- Collaborate with Prof. Krzysztof Sobczak’s research group to design antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) targeting regulatory elements.
- Analyze NGS and Nanopore sequencing data computationally.
- Present results in lab meetings, seminars, and international conferences.
- Contribute to scientific publications and manuscripts.
About the Research Group
Dr. hab. Michał R. Gdula leads the Developmental Epigenetics Research Group at Adam Mickiewicz University. The lab investigates how epigenetic regulation and 3D genome organization control gene transcription during development, differentiation, and cancer.
Dr. Gdula completed his PhD in Bradford (UK) and postdoctoral research at Boston University (USA) and Oxford University (UK) before establishing his lab in Poznań in 2019 through the NAWA Polish Returns and NCN OPUS programs.
Lab webpage:
https://ibmib.web.amu.edu.pl/groups/developmental-epigenetics-research-group/
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply according to the instructions in the official advertisement:
Konkurs_Post-doc_TREAT-EXP_CRTG – Biuletyn Informacji Publicznej
Applicants may also send informal inquiries to:
michal.gdula@amu.edu.pl
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews shortly after the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
20 March 2026
