Project is carried out within the MAB/IRA programme of the Foundation for Polish Science 

Maximum period of contract: 4 years

We offer:

• Full-time employment contract in the top-ranked research institute in Poland. 
• Access to modern equipment and support from other experienced researchers. 
• Possibility for extensive interdisciplinary collaborations within the team and in the Institute, as well as international collaborations with Academia
• Salary: 15 000 PLN of full remuneration cost, i.e. expected net salary at c.a. 9 000 PLN/month (ca. 2 000 EUR/month)

Laboratory profile:

The research projects are focused on investigation of neural representations of emotional states in interacting animals and humans. We use behavioral models of socially transferred positive and negative emotions as well as high-throughput behavioral measures of social interactions of our own design (Eco-HAB system, Puscian et al., eLife, 2016) and combine that with neuronal tracing, optogenetics and brain imaging to characterize neuronal circuits and cellular mechanisms underlying social interactions of rodents (in humans we will use only non-invasive techniques). We also plan to validate tissue-specific therapeutic interventions using mouse models of synaptopathies relevant to autism spectrum disorders (Meyza et al., Neurosci Biobehav Rev., 2017). 

Postdoctoral candidates are expected to propose their own research project, complementary to these studies.

Candidates need to have:

• Strong interest in the brain research, especially in understanding the brain-mind connection
• PhD degree, or equivalent, in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, physics/biophysics, biology, psychology, medical or veterinary sciences 
• Exceptional motivation for the scientific research (demonstrated via publications, references of the candidate's thesis tutor) 
• They also need to be proficient in English

Their key responsibilities will include: 

• Planning and conducting experimental work 
• Data analysis 
• Manuscript preparation 
• Supervision of PhD students 

Required documents:

• CV 
• Letter-of-intent 
• 2 letters of recommendation 
• Copy of PhD diploma (or equivalent) 
• Contact information, including e-mail address and phone number 

The candidates may include additional information or copies of documents/certificates in support of the application

Please submit the required documents to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Application deadline: November 26, 2019

Project is carried out within the MAB/IRA programme of the Foundation for Polish Science 

Maximum period of contract: 4 years

We offer:

• Participation in the graduate programme at the top-ranked research institute in Poland. 
• Access to modern equipment and support from other experienced researchers. 
• Possibility for extensive interdisciplinary collaborations within the team and in the Institute, as well as international collaborations with Academia

Laboratory profile:

The research projects are focused on investigation of neural representations of emotional states in interacting animals and humans. We use behavioral models of socially transferred positive and negative emotions as well as high-throughput behavioral measures of social interactions of our own design (Eco-HAB system, Puscian et al., eLife, 2016) and combine that with neuronal tracing, optogenetics and brain imaging to characterize neuronal circuits and cellular mechanisms underlying social interactions of rodents (in humans we will use only non-invasive techniques). We also plan to validate tissue-specific therapeutic interventions using mouse models of synaptopathies relevant to autism spectrum disorders (Meyza et al., Neurosci Biobehav Rev., 2017). 

Candidates need to have:

• Strong interest in the brain research, especially in understanding the brain-mind connection
• MSc degree, or equivalent, in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, physics/biophysics, biology, psychology, medical or veterinary sciences 
• Exceptional motivation for the scientific research (demonstrated via publications and/or references of the candidate's thesis tutor) 
• They also need to be proficient in English

Required documents:

• CV 
• Letter-of-intent 
• 2 letters of recommendation 
• Copy of MSc diploma (or equivalent)
• Contact information, including e-mail address and phone number 

The candidates may include additional information or copies of documents/certificates in support of the application

Please submit the required documents to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Application deadline: November 26, 2019

Obligatory university internships:

• Internship agreement with the Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology (2 copies) or/and the agreement provided by the university (2 copies)
• Plan of the internship 
• Personal accident insurance for the whole period of internship
• Attestation of the current state of health 
• Certificate that confirms completion of health and safety at work training provided by the Institute
• Points a. and b. could be modified depending on the requirements of the given university.
• After the completion of the internship two more forms will need to be filled out (could differ between universities):
• Confirmation of internship completion
• Transcript of work

 Voluntary internship (minimum time period: 3 months) 

• Letter of intent addressed to the Director of the Institute; confirmation of the head of the lab (prof. Ewelina Knapska) is necessary
• Personal accident insurance for the whole period of internship
• Attestation of current state of health 
• Certificate that confirms completion of health and safety at work training provided by the Institute

Praktyki studenckie 

• Poniżej wymienione są wymagane dokumenty w zależności od rodzaju praktyk. 

Praktyki obowiązkowe 

• Skierowanie z uczelni (2 egzemplarze) i/lub porozumienie o organizacji praktyk studenckich na podstawie skierowania z uczelni  (2 egzemplarze) 
• Ramowy plan praktyk 
• NNW na okres praktyk – ubezpieczenie 
• Zaświadczenie o stanie zdrowia 
• Zaświadczenie o szkoleniu BHP w Instytucie Biologii Doświadczalnej
• Punkty a. oraz b. mogą ulegać zmianie zależnie od wymagań uczelni.  
• Po zakończeniu praktyk wymagane będą następujące dokumenty (również zależnie od wymagań uczelni):
• Zaświadczenie o odbyciu praktyk 
• Sprawozdanie z przebiegu praktyk

Praktyki nieobowiązkowe (minimalny okres praktyk wynosi 3 miesiące)

• Podanie o możliwość odbycia praktyk do dyrekcji Instytutu, zatwierdzenie przez kierownika pracowni (dr hab. Ewelinę Knapską) 
• NNW na okres praktyk – ubezpieczenie 
• Zaświadczenie o stanie zdrowia 
• Zaświadczenie o szkoleniu BHP w Instytucie Biologii Doświadczalnej
• Po zakończeniu praktyk wymagane będą następujące dokumenty (również zależnie od wymagań uczelni):
• Zaświadczenie o odbyciu praktyk 
• Sprawozdanie z przebiegu praktyk

Voluntary work (long term contract)

PEOPLE OVER 18 Y/O ONLY! 

Required documents: 

• Agreement with the Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology 
• Personal accident insurance for the whole period of voluntary work (only required if the period is one month or less; otherwise the Institute will provide it)
• Attestation of the current state of health 
• Certificate that confirms completion of health and safety at work training provided by the Institute

Wolontariat (umowa długoterminowa)

PRZYJMUJEMY WYŁĄCZNIE OSOBY PEŁNOLETNIE! 

Wymagane dokumenty: 

• Porozumienie z Instytutem Biologii Doświadczalnej 
• NNW na okres wolontariatu (jeśli będzie on trwał dłużej niż miesiąc ubezpiecza Instytut) 
• Zaświadczenie o stanie zdrowia 
• Zaświadczenie o odbyciu szkolenia BHP w Instytucie 

Please submit the required documents to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.