Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Laboratory of Protein Structure

The Laboratory of Protein Structure at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB), Warsaw, headed by Prof. Marcin Nowotny is looking  for Postdoctoral Researcher to join the project entitled “Mechanistic and structural studies of adenoviral DNA replication”, which is carried out as the OPUS 28 2024/55/B/NZ1/02607 grant of the Polish National Science Centre. The project aims at the structural and mechanistic characterization of proteins and complexes involved DNA replication in adenoviruses using structural biology (crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy) and protein biochemistry approaches.

The ideal candidate should be able to pursue challenging tasks and achieve objectives and collaborate with other researchers. 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.

As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will be responsible for structural studies of viral replicases.

Requirements for the candidate

1. Holds PhD in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry.
2. More information can be found via this link: Fulfills the formal criteria for the competition
3. The candidate must meet the eligibility conditions set by the National Science Centre (NCN) for persons employed in a post-doc type position. In particular, the person employed in this position obtained their PhD degree in the year of employment in the project or within 7 years before 1 January of the year of employment in the project. This period may be extended by the time spent during that period on long-term (over 90 days) documented sick leave or rehabilitation benefits related to incapacity for work. Additionally, this period may be extended by the number of months spent on child-care and child-rearing leave granted under the rules specified in the Labour Code, and in the case of women—by 18 months for each child born or adopted, if this method of indicating breaks in a scientific career is more advantageous.
4. Has experience in protein biochemistry/purification (particularly for nucleic acid enzymes), crystallography and/or cryo-EM
5. Has strong written and oral communication skills in English
6. Has good presentation skills (ideally having presented during at least one international conference).
7. Enjoys working in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
8. Has published at least one publication as the first author in an international peer-reviewed journal.

Selection criteria

1. Technical competence, experience and fit of the expertise to the position.
2. Scientific achievements – publications, awards, grants, etc.
3. Soft skills – command of English language, motivation letter, communication skills, teamwork, likelihood to fit to the group, compatibility of plans for individual development with the goals of the group.

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.

We offer

1. Full employment contract initially for 6 months with a possible extention.
2. Full-time salary 9 700 gross per month.
3. Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
4. Additional bonuses such as the 13th salary after working for the Institute for six months in a given calendar year, or Christmas bonus may supplement this salary.
5. Position with 100% focus on research (no teaching obligations).
6. Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual private medical care package and membership in the MultiSport programme.
7. Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel.
8. Participation in courses, scientific training, support from peers, and academic mentoring.

Deadline for applications is July 15th, 2026. Job starting date is August 1st, 2026 or later.

How to apply

1. Apply now via system eRecruiter: eRecruiter application form
2. Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV including a full list of publications, a motivation letter with description of your key achievements, and contact details (e-mail and telephone number) of least two potential referees, including one of your direct supervisor.
3. Please include the following statement in your CV: “I hereby agree to the processing of my personal data, included in the application documents by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw, 4 Księcia Trojdena Street, 02-109 Warsaw, for the purpose of carrying out the current recruitment process.” Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment procedure by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw. Full information is available under the personal data processing information link.
4. Procedure for reporting irregularities, taking follow-up actions, and protecting whistleblowers: whistleblowing procedure

The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements is found.