Summary
Jagiellonian University is seeking a highly qualified Staff Scientist to join their research team in the field of structural biology. This role is designed for an expert who demonstrates a strong commitment to solving complex scientific problems and ensuring technical continuity within the team, without the responsibility of leading their own independent projects.
Postdoctoral Staff Scientist in Structural Biology at Jagiellonian University, Poland
Job Overview
| Detail | Description |
| Designation | Staff Scientist (Post-doc level) |
| Research Area | Structural Biology (cryo-EM / cryo-ET) |
| Location | Jagiellonian University, Poland |
| Contract Duration | 3-month probationary period followed by a 9-month fixed-term contract (extendable upon successful completion) |
| Application Deadline | 02 August 2026 |
Research Area
Advanced structural biology focusing on cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), cryo-ET, and molecular modeling.
The core research focuses on Structural Biology, specifically utilizing cutting-edge cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) techniques, including single-particle analysis and molecular modeling. Expertise or solid knowledge in cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET) is highly ideal.
Eligibility & Qualification Requirements
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Education: A PhD in structural biology, biophysics, biochemistry, or a related discipline. An additional degree in bioinformatics is a significant advantage.
- International Experience: A minimum of 6 months of research experience gained outside your country of origin, alongside at least 6 months of experience in an international research environment.
- Publications: A proven track record of publishing in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals. Strong preference will be given to candidates with first-author or joint first-author publications in prestigious journals (e.g., the Nature portfolio).
- Technical Skills: * Advanced knowledge of cryo-EM (single-particle analysis) and molecular modeling.
- Basic programming skills in Python and experience working in Unix/Linux environments, including High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems.
- Ability to produce high-quality biological data visualizations to top-tier journal standards.
- Broad knowledge of modern methods in proteomics, transcriptomics, light microscopy, and cell biology (e.g., immunology, neuroscience); experience with iPS cell culture is ideal.
- Grants & Languages: Experience preparing competitive grant applications (e.g., Horizon Europe) and fluency in English.
- Soft Skills: Advanced organizational skills, mental resilience, a team-oriented mindset, and a proactive problem-solving approach under pressure.
Job Description & Key Responsibilities
- Act as a key specialist to ensure substantive and technical continuity within the research team.
- Maintain, develop, and share specialized technical know-how with team members.
- Support group members and the Principal Investigator (PI) in daily group management.
- Assume organizational responsibilities and manage the team’s workflow smoothly during the PI’s absence.
- Generate high-quality scientific publications and visualize complex large-scale datasets.
