Job Information
- Organisation/Company: InLife Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences
- Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology; Medical sciences » Medicine; Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine
- Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Positions: PhD Positions
- Application Deadline: 12 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
- Country: Poland
- Type of Contract: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-time
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Offer Starting Date: 1 Dec 2026
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Director of the Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Olsztyn announces an open call for the position of:
Assistant Professor (Postdoctoral Researcher) in the Programming of Fertility and Development Team
Employment type: full-time position
Place of work: Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, Programming of Fertility and Development Team, ul. Trylińskiego 18, Olsztyn, Poland
Job description:
- Conducting scientific research in reproductive biology, with a particular focus on processes associated with embryo implantation
- Designing, planning, and performing experiments, focusing work with primary mammalian cell cultures
- preparing and submitting applications for national and international research grants (e.g., NCN, NAWA, Horizon Europe),
- participating in ongoing research projects carried out within the team,
- preparing scientific publications,
- representing the Institute at national and international conferences,
- collaborating within the research team as well as conducting independent research,
- mentoring junior researchers and PhD students,
- participating in educational and outreach activities (workshops, public events, meetings with students).
Where to apply
E-mail: [contact details available in the full listing]
Requirements
- Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology — Education Level: PhD or equivalent
- Research Field: Medical sciences » Medicine — Education Level: PhD or equivalent
- Research Field: Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine — Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Qualifications required:
- PhD degree in biology, medical, veterinary or related sciences,
- scientific achievements confirmed by publications in journals indexed in Web of Science or equivalent databases,
- completion of a research internship in a foreign research institution,
- participation in at least one externally funded research project,
- research experience in reproductive biology, confirmed by publications and conference presentations,
- experience working with animal models (experience with porcine models would be an advantage)
- advanced knowledge of protocols for in vitro culture of primary cells and the ability to apply them in practice.
- excellent knowledge of advanced confocal fluorescence microscopy techniques (e.g., structured illumination microscopy, SIM)
- ability to design and perform experiments using molecular biology (e.g., RNA-seq, real-time PCR),
- proficiency in bioinformatic and statistical software,
- very good command of English (spoken and written), enabling preparation of scientific manuscripts and presentation of results at international conferences,
- laboratory animal handling authorization (certificate) will be an asset.
Languages: ENGLISH — Level: Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
We offer:
- employment in a renowned research institution of the Polish Academy of Sciences,
- base salary from PLN 7,120.00 to PLN 7,800.00,
- a friendly and collaborative working environment within an experienced interdisciplinary team,
- professional administrative support in project management,
- opportunities for professional and scientific development, including participation in international conferences and training,
- access to modern research infrastructure and bioinformatics facilities,
- access to the Institute’s social benefits (Social Benefit Fund), possibility to join group insurance on preferential terms, and co-financing of a MultiSport card.
Eligibility criteria
Required documents:
- academic CV with a list of publications and achievements,
- motivation letter,
- copy of PhD diploma,
- reference letters confirming the candidate’s qualifications and competencies,
- certificate of English proficiency (optional),
- certificate authorizing work with laboratory animals (optional),
- other documents that may be relevant to the assessment of the application.
Application deadline and submission:
Applications should be sent by November 12, 2026 to the following e-mail address: [contact details available in the full listing], with the subject line: “Assistant Professor PFDT”.
Selection process
After initial analysis of the submitted applications, we will contact selected candidates to conduct further stages of the recruitment process.
Candidates will be selected in an open competition, according to the procedure complying with the rules of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as a part of HR Excellence in Research strategy.
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: InLife Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences
- Country: Poland
- City: Olsztyn
- Postal Code: 10-683
- Street: Trylińskiego 18
Contact
- State/Province: Warmian-Masurian Province
- City: Olsztyn
- Website: http://www.pan.olsztyn.pl
- Street: Władysława Trylińskiego 18
- Postal Code: 10-683
- E-Mail: [contact details available in the full listing]
