Master student

Position in the project: Master student

Scientific discipline: cell biology, cancer biology

Job type (employment contract/stipend): stipend

Number of job offers: 1

Remuneration/stipend amount/month: 1500-2500 PLN (depending on experience and time commitment)

Position starts on: 2 October 2017 (or later to be discussed)

Maximum  period of contract/stipend agreement: 12 – 18 months

Institution: Laboratory of Cell Biology, International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IIMCB) in Warsaw

Project leader:  Prof. Marta Miączyńska

Project title: Cellular consequences of endosomal dysfunction for proteostasis, metabolism and cancer biology (TEAM grant funded by Foundation for Polish Science)

Project description: The project combines molecular cell biology and cancer biology. It aims to elucidate the consequences of endosomal dysfunction in mammalian cells and their contribution to tumorigenesis.

Key responsibilities include: Experimental studies using biochemical, microscopy and transcriptomic techniques, performed independently and in collaboration with other team members. Investigation of metabolic processes, membrane transport and signal transduction in mammalian cells.

Profile of candidates/requirements:
1.    Solid knowledge and familiarity with laboratory techniques in at least one of the following disciplines: cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cancer biology, genomics/transcriptomics
2.    Very good command of English (oral and written)
3.    Motivation and passion for experimental work

Required documents:
1.    Motivation letter (in English)
2.    CV (in English)
3.    Subjects studied and grades obtained (in English or in Polish)
4.    Contact details of the scientific supervisor and if available other personal referees

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Application deadline: 22 September 2017

For more details about the position please visit: http://www.iimcb.gov.pl/jobs.html; http://www.iimcb.gov.pl/Miaczynska-Laboratory-research-focus.html

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