Postdoctoral Researcher

Deadline: 20 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Africa/Abidjan) Country: Poland Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 40 Offer Starting Date: 7 Jan 2027 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 We are looking for a motivated researcher for the position of a postdoctoral fellow at the Laboratory of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznan, in an OPUS project funded by the National Science Center, NCN. The successful candidate will study changes in pancreatic organoids derived from patients with type 2 diabetes using multi-omics techniques. The research will be conducted using state-of-the-art techniques, including the differentiation of human stem cells into pancreatic beta cells and the production of organoids, advanced genome editing during differentiation, single-cell RNA sequencing, proteomics and lipidomics, functional assays, and microscopic imaging. Mastering all of these techniques is not necessary, as the project will be carried out in collaboration; however, there is an opportunity to learn more about them. The knowledge gained will be crucial for the development of cell and gene therapies for people with diabetes. The laboratory is located in Poznań at the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology, Adam Mickiewicz University, which is one of the leading scientific institutions in Poland. This project will be carried out in close collaboration with the team of Prof. Małgorzata Borowiak at Adam Mickiewicz University and with two teams at the University of Helsinki, with the possibility of short-term internships. Our research group is a young, dynamic, and efficiently functioning team focused on cooperation, development, and mutual respect. Selected publications of the team (prof. Borowiak/prof. Łałowski): Nature , 2012 Nature Chemical Biology , 2009 Nature Biotechnology , 2008 Nature Communications 2018, 2017a, 2017b ScienceTranslational Medicine , 2020 Cell Reports , 2018 Frontiers in Pharmacology , 2018 Diabetes , 2020 Journal of Clinical Investigation , 2020 EMBO rep , 2022 Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology , 2021, 2023, 2025 Nature Commun , 2023, 2025, 2026 Experimental Molecular Medicine 2023, 2025 Our offer: Fixed-term full-time employment contract, initially for 6 months, with the possibility of extension depending on performance, until 13 February 2029. During the period of receiving this remuneration, the postdoctoral fellow will not receive any other remuneration from funds awarded as direct costs from research projects financed under NCN competitions and will not receive remuneration from another employer based on an employment contract, including an employer based outside Poland gross monthly salary: PLN 8987/month, friendly, dynamic, and supportive environment of co-workers, the opportunity to participate in professional training, thematic seminars, and to take part in the national and international congresses Where to apply E-mail: maciej.lalowski@amu.edu.pl Requirements Research Field: Biological sciences Education Level: PhD or equivalent Skills/Qualifications The competition is open to individuals who meet the requirements specified in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science of 20 July 2018 (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, Article 113 as amended) and who meet the following requirements: PhD degree in molecular biology, cell biology, developmental biology, or biochemistry Applicants are not required to hold a PhD at the time of application; however, this requirement must be met upon signing the employment contract Hands-on experience in multiomics analyses, Experience in stem cell differentiation, pancreatic physiology, genomic editing using CRISPR/Cas9, or single-cell RNA-sequencing techniques is an asset, Publication record, Scientific curiosity, High motivation and enthusiasm, independence and reliability, Ability to work in a team, Fluent knowledge of English, both written and spoken, The candidate must meet the criteria specified in the conditions of the NCN OPUS competition. Languages: ENGLISH Level: Good Additional Information Benefits an atmosphere of respect and cooperation supporting employees with disabilities flexible working hours funding for language learning co-financing of training and courses additional days off for education life insurance pension plan savings and investment fund preferential loans additional social benefits leisure-time funding subsidizing children's vacations "13th" salary healthcare package Eligibility criteria Publication record, Documented knowledge in molecular biology, cell biology, and bioinformatics, Experience in multiomics analyses, stem cell differentiation, Knowledge of pancreatic physiology, genomic editing using CRISPR/Cas9, or single-cell RNA-sequencing techniques is a surplus. Selection process Competition committee begins working no later than 14 days after the deadline for submission of documents. Formal evaluation of submitted proposals. Call to provide additional or missing documents if necessary. Selection of candidates for the interview stage. Interviews for candidates who meet the formal requirements. The committee has the right to request external reviews of candidates' work or to ask candidates to conduct teaching assignments with an opportunity for student evaluation. The chair of the competition committee announces the results and informs the candidates. This information will include justification with a reference to candidates' strengths and weaknesses. Submitted documents will be sent back to candidates. Additional comments How to apply: Please send applications or additional inquiries to Prof. Maciej Łałowski at: maciej.lalowski@amu.edu.pl . Selected candidates will be invited to an online interview. The deadline for submitting offers is 20.11.2026 (recruitment will continue until a suitable candidate is found). Candidates will be selected through an open competition, in accordance with the procedure compliant with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers. The competition will be open until a suitable candidate is found who meets all the requirements. Required documents: Application form/letter of the candidate addressed to the Vice-Rector announcing the competition; Curriculum Vitae; Diplomas or certificates issued by colleges and universities attesting to education and degrees or titles held (in case of academic degrees obtained abroad - the documents must meet the equivalence criteria set out in Article 328 of the Act of 20 July 2018 Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2023, item 742 Polish: Dziennik Ustaw 2024 poz. 1571 t.j.); Information on the Applicant’s research, teaching, and organizational achievements, Other documents as determined by the competition committee. Consent to the processing of personal data as follows: In accordance with Article 6 (1) (a) of the General Data Protection Regulation of 27 April 2016. (OJ EU L 119/1 of 4 May 2016) I consent to the processing of personal data other than: first name, (first names) and surname; parents' first names; date of birth; place of residence (mailing address); education; previous employment history, included in my job offer for the current recruitment. Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology Country: Poland State/Province: wielkopolskie City: Poznań Postal Code: 61-614 Street: Uniwersytetu Poznańskiego 14 Contact State/Province: Wielkopolska City: Poznań Website: http://www.amu.edu.pl , https://ibmib.web.amu.edu.pl/ , https://ibmib.web.amu.edu.pl/groups/omics-diabetes-group/ Street: Wieniawskiego 1 Postal Code: 61-712 E-Mail: maciej.lalowski@amu.edu.pl