Postdoctoral Researcher (R_11/2026_MCBO)

Research team: Integrated Structural Biology

ICTER is looking for candidates with a PhD degree experienced in biology, chemistry or biotechnology. Candidates should be interested in translational research and the development of new therapies to cure blindness or other diseases. The postdoctoral researcher will have a direct impact on lab development and its success in publishing in high impact factor journals. The person will be also responsible for performing dynamic research to create a competitive research group. The position will be assigned to Integrated Structural Biology led by Humberto Fernandes, focused on elucidate the mechanisms of vision, particularly proteins of the phototransduction pathway and the visual cycle, at an atomic and molecular level.

Project title

International Centre for Translational Eye Research (ICTER) (MAB FENG 02.01)

The Project/Centre is funded within the International Research Agendas Programme of the Foundation for Polish Science. It is a collaboration between Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS and University College London, UK.

Key responsibilities include

1. Planning and conducting scientific experiments and analyzing the results
2. Conducting research tasks, including: gene cloning, production, purification and characterization of proteins;
3. Participation in research projects and attendance at team meetings to share results and plan experiments
4. Prepare and keep documentation of experiments and results
5. Prepare and write scientific papers
6. Active participation in conferences and preparation of grant applications
7. Assisting PhD students

Profile of candidates / requirements

1. PhD diploma in biology, chemistry, biotechnology or similar field obtained not earlier than 1 January 2019
2. Solid knowledge and familiarity with laboratory techniques in molecular biology, biophysics, and structural biology
3. Familiarity with gene cloning, protein purification and determination enzyme activity
4. Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team, including bridging protein biology with physical optics
5. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
6. Excellent communication and organizational skills
7. Analytical and critical problem-solving skills mindset
8. Proficiency in English, both spoken and written

Key evaluation criteria

• competences of the candidate with respect to specific tasks in a research project
• previous educational/scientific achievements of the candidate
• awards and distinctions of the candidate

Required documents

1. CV (including list of projects)
2. Cover letter
3. Copy of PhD diploma (or equivalent)

We offer

1. Full-time employment contract
2. Opportunity to work in an innovative scientific environment
3. International cooperation with experienced researchers
4. Competitive salary
5. Access to well-staffed core facilities

Remuneration/stipend amount/month

12 000 PLN gross/month

Position starts on

1 August 2026 (and onwards, depending on applicant’s availability)

Maximum period of contract

31 December 2028

Please submit the required documents to

icter_jobs@ichf.edu.pl

Kindly specify in the application topic: Recruitment no. R_11/2026_ICTER

Application deadline

15 July 2026, 12pm GMT+2
Successful candidates fulfilling the main eligibility criteria and qualifications will be invited for an interview, which will be scheduled between 20-24 July 2026. Competition results shall be announced by the end of July 2026.

The International Centre for Translational Eye Research (Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS) is committed to employment equality (esp. European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers) and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates fulfilling the requirements specified in this announcement.