12 Aug 2026
Job Information
Organisation/Company: InLife Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences
Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology, Biological sciences » Other, Biological sciences » Laboratory animal science, Technology » Biotechnology
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions: Master Positions
Application Deadline: 13 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
Country: Poland
Type of Contract: Not Applicable
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Offer Starting Date: 1 Oct 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
Title of the project:
Effect of omega-3 fatty acids on the ovary and the implantation of conceptuses in the pig
NCN call: OPUS 30
PI: Agnieszka Blitek, Prof.
Description of the project
Aim of the project:
The main goal of the project is to determine whether omega-3 fatty acids may influence ovarian cell function, endometrial receptivity, and conceptus implantation in the pig. This goal will be achieved by a series of in vitro and in vivo experiments dedicated to: (1) identification of processes and mechanisms engaged in omega-3 fatty acid action in ovarian granulosa cells; (2) studying the importance of omega-3 fatty acids in the corpus luteum development and function; (3) determination of the role of omega-3 fatty acids in luminal epithelial cells of the endometrium and on endometrial epithelial – conceptus trophoblast interactions; and (4) evaluation whether dietary omega-3 fatty acids supplementation affects endometrial receptivity, corpus luteum quality, and conceptus implantation. The obtained results may provide a new knowledge how specific nutrients target specific processes that determine the pregnancy success and the quality of the offspring.
The candidate will participate in the following tasks:
- Planning and conducting in vitro experiments using porcine ovarian and endometrial cells, conceptus trophoblast cells, and slices of the corpus luteum;
- Participation in the collection, storage, and analyses of samples from gilts fed with a standard diet or a diet enriched with omega-3 fatty acids (in vivo model);
- Laboratory analyzes, including Real-Time PCR, Western blot, immunostaining (IHC/IF), ELISA, colorimetric/fluorimetric techniques;
- Participation in RNA-Seq and LS-MS data analyses;
- Data collection, statistical analyses and interpretation of the obtained results as well as clear documentation of the project results;
- Dissemination of the research results through writing conference abstracts and scientific manuscripts, participation in scientific conferences and activities popularizing science.
Where to apply
Website: https://sd.pan.olsztyn.pl/en/application-form/
Requirements
Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Research Field: Biological sciences » Other
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Research Field: Biological sciences » Laboratory animal science
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Research Field: Technology » Biotechnology
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Requirements:
- Completed a single master’s degree or a second master’s degree in biology, biotechnology, animal husbandry, or other related to the discipline of animal science (master’s degree obtained before October 1st, 2026);
- Knowledge in the field of biology and reproductive physiology of animals;
- Basic experience in cell culture procedures;
- Knowledge in molecular biology techniques (Real-Time PCR, Western blot) and/or functional analyses of cultured cells;
- Motivation for scientific work, ability to think analytically, accuracy, both individual- and team-work skills;
- Availability (including readiness for business trips to collect samples outside the Institute), good organization of the work, ability to solve problems independently and to cope with stress;
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written;
- Additional skills: (a) participation in sample collection and/or conducting experiments on cells or tissues from the reproductive tract of livestock females; (b) good knowledge in statistical methods; (c) scientific activity during university studies; (d) confirmed
Languages
ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
- Application deadline: September 13, 2026 (until 23:59 CEST)
- Application method: application form
- Interviews: September 18 - 23, 2026 (via Zoom)
- Location: Olsztyn, Poland
- Duration of the scholarship: 48 months
- Expected start date: October 1st, 2026
- Number of positions: 1
Eligibility criteria
- Relevant Master's Degree Diploma obtainted before 1st October, 2026;
- Complete documentation required in the Application Form;
- Application before the deadline.
Selection process
- Applications will be assessed in accordance with the criteria set out in the regulations for awarding research scholarships in research projects financed by the National Science Centre;
- Only on-line applications will be considered;
- Candidates evaluated with the highest score will be invited to an actual interview, which will take place face-to-face or online;
- During the interview, the candidate will be asked to deliver a 10-minute speech presenting his/her Master thesis and research interests;
- Final results of the recruitment will be published on InLife webpage within 10 days after final decision.
Website for additional job details: https://sd.pan.olsztyn.pl/en/recruitment/recruitment-2026-2027/
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: ul. 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: s.zielinski@pan.olsztyn.pl, a.sikorska@pan.olsztyn.pl
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