Postdoctoral Position in Nutrigenomics

Position: Full-Time Postdoctoral Associate

Field: Epigenetics, Nutrigenomics, Molecular Biology

Location: Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences (IARFR PAS), Olsztyn, Poland

Application Deadline: November 24, 2024, 23:59 CET

Start Date: December 2, 2024 (negotiable)

Salary: Starting at €2,700 gross/month

Contract Length: 21 months (full-time)

About the Role

We are inviting a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our Nutrigenomics Team in a project led by Prof. Carsten Carlberg. This research will investigate how vitamin D and other nutrients can change the epigenome and transcriptome of different tissues and cell types, aiming to improve our understanding of immune responses, nutrition, and disease prevention.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

  • Dive deep into molecular research: Study how vitamin D impacts gene regulation and epigenetics.
  • Collaborate: Work within a multidisciplinary team focused on nutrigenomics, immunology, and cancer research.
  • Publish impactful research: Take part in a project under the prestigious EU-funded Horizon 2020 framework, with access to top-notch resources and scientific support.

Project Highlights

Your research will focus on analyzing the epigenome and transcriptome of cells from healthy and pre-disease conditions to explore how nutrients influence gene expression. This includes hands-on work with RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and ChIP-seq to generate and analyze high-quality data.

Who We’re Looking For

  • PhD required in:
    • Bioinformatics
    • Computer Science with a bioscience background
    • Biosciences (Biology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology) with expertise in Bioinformatics, Statistics, and/or Computer Science.
  • Skills: Experience in molecular biology techniques, especially RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and/or ChIP-seq.
  • Track Record: Publications in recognized scientific journals.
  • Soft Skills: Self-motivated, organized, proactive, and able to work independently within a collaborative team.
  • Communication: Excellent spoken and written English.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-quality, independent research in epigenetics under the guidance of Prof. Carlberg.
  • Analyze complex data and create impactful visuals and figures.
  • Draft and publish manuscripts to share findings in scientific journals.
  • Actively contribute to the lab’s collaborative and multidisciplinary research environment.

Application Process

  1. Application Submission: Send your CV to m.cieslik@pan.olsztyn.pl.
  2. Review: Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated on their qualifications and experience.
  3. Interview: Selected applicants will be invited for an interview to discuss their research background.
  4. Final Decision: Successful candidates will receive an offer and guidance on the next steps.

Why IARFR PAS?

Located in the heart of Poland, IARFR PAS is a leading research institute committed to advancing our understanding of the natural environment’s role in human health and quality of life. With a team of 144 researchers across 23 specialized groups, we conduct innovative and impactful research that aligns with global scientific priorities.

Join us for a collaborative and rewarding research experience that will expand your expertise and open doors to further opportunities in academia and industry!

For more information and to apply, visit our job postings.

Questions? Reach out to us at m.cieslik@pan.olsztyn.pl.

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Postdoctoral Position in Nutrigenomics

Position: Full-Time Postdoctoral Associate

Field: Epigenetics, Nutrigenomics, Molecular Biology

Location: Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences (IARFR PAS), Olsztyn, Poland

Application Deadline: November 24, 2024, 23:59 CET

Start Date: December 2, 2024 (negotiable)

Salary: Starting at €2,700 gross/month

Contract Length: 21 months (full-time)

About the Role

We are inviting a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our Nutrigenomics Team in a project led by Prof. Carsten Carlberg. This research will investigate how vitamin D and other nutrients can change the epigenome and transcriptome of different tissues and cell types, aiming to improve our understanding of immune responses, nutrition, and disease prevention.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

  • Dive deep into molecular research: Study how vitamin D impacts gene regulation and epigenetics.
  • Collaborate: Work within a multidisciplinary team focused on nutrigenomics, immunology, and cancer research.
  • Publish impactful research: Take part in a project under the prestigious EU-funded Horizon 2020 framework, with access to top-notch resources and scientific support.

Project Highlights

Your research will focus on analyzing the epigenome and transcriptome of cells from healthy and pre-disease conditions to explore how nutrients influence gene expression. This includes hands-on work with RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and ChIP-seq to generate and analyze high-quality data.

Who We’re Looking For

  • PhD required in:
    • Bioinformatics
    • Computer Science with a bioscience background
    • Biosciences (Biology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology) with expertise in Bioinformatics, Statistics, and/or Computer Science.
  • Skills: Experience in molecular biology techniques, especially RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and/or ChIP-seq.
  • Track Record: Publications in recognized scientific journals.
  • Soft Skills: Self-motivated, organized, proactive, and able to work independently within a collaborative team.
  • Communication: Excellent spoken and written English.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-quality, independent research in epigenetics under the guidance of Prof. Carlberg.
  • Analyze complex data and create impactful visuals and figures.
  • Draft and publish manuscripts to share findings in scientific journals.
  • Actively contribute to the lab’s collaborative and multidisciplinary research environment.

Application Process

  1. Application Submission: Send your CV to m.cieslik@pan.olsztyn.pl.
  2. Review: Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated on their qualifications and experience.
  3. Interview: Selected applicants will be invited for an interview to discuss their research background.
  4. Final Decision: Successful candidates will receive an offer and guidance on the next steps.

Why IARFR PAS?

Located in the heart of Poland, IARFR PAS is a leading research institute committed to advancing our understanding of the natural environment’s role in human health and quality of life. With a team of 144 researchers across 23 specialized groups, we conduct innovative and impactful research that aligns with global scientific priorities.

Join us for a collaborative and rewarding research experience that will expand your expertise and open doors to further opportunities in academia and industry!

For more information and to apply, visit our job postings.

Questions? Reach out to us at m.cieslik@pan.olsztyn.pl.

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Our scientists members of prestigious scientific bodies

The following scientists of our Institute have been recognised by the European and Polish scientific communities. Dr Daniel Żarski was elected as Member of the European Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture Advisory Commission (EIFAAC) Technical and Scientific Committee (TSC). Prof. Monika M. Kaczmarek was elected president of the Society of Reproductive Biology for the second time.

Furthermore, Dr Magdalena Kowalik took over as treasurer of the Society of Reproductive Biology, and Prof. Anna Korzekwa became a member of its executive board for the second time.

EIFAAC

The European Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture Advisory Commission (EIFAAC) is the body dedicated to the affairs of European inland fisheries and aquaculture, which operates under the auspices of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO). Its mission is to promote the long-term sustainability, exploitation, conservation, restoration and responsible management of European inland fisheries and aquaculture and to support sustainable economic, social and recreational activities.

Within the EIFAAC there is a Technical and Scientific Committee, which is an advisory body to the Commission, and consists of seven expert scientists on topics related to inland fisheries and aquaculture.

Dr Daniel Żarski of the Fish Reproduction and Development Team, the Institute’s Deputy Director for Scientific Affairs, was elected to this body for the next term.

TBR (Polish: Towarzystwo Biologii Rozrodu) | Society of Reproductive Biology

The aim of the Society is to initiate and organize all initiatives aimed at the development of sciences related to the biology of human and animal reproduction.

Our Institute is once again strongly represented in the authorities of the Society for Reproductive Biology. Prof. Monika M. Kaczmarek, head of the Molecular Biology Laboratory, has been re-elected president (for the term 2024-2027).

Dr Magdalena Kowalik, head of the Physiology and Toxicology Team, took over as treasurer, and Prof. Anna Korzekwa, head of the Biodiversity Protection Team, became a board member for the second time.

Congratulations!

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Naukowcy Instytutu z funkcjami w prestiżowych gremiach

Kolejni naukowcy naszego Instytutu zostali docenieni przez europejskie i krajowe środowiska naukowe. Dr hab. Daniel Żarski został mianowany członkiem zarządu Komitetu Technicznego i Naukowego Komisji Doradczej ds. Europejskiego Rybołówstwa Śródlądowego i Akwakultury (EIFAAC). Z kolei prof. Monika M. Kaczmarek po raz drugi została wybrana prezesem Towarzystwa Biologii Rozrodu.

Ponadto dr hab. Magdalena Kowalik objęła funkcję skarbnika Towarzystwa Biologii Rozrodu, a prof. Anna Korzekwa ponownie została członkiem jego zarządu.

O EIFAAC

Komisja Doradcza do spraw Europejskiego Rybołówstwa Śródlądowego i Akwakultury (EIFAAC) to organ zajmujący się sprawami europejskiego rybactwa śródlądowego i akwakultury, który działa pod auspicjami Organizacji Narodów Zjednoczonych ds. Wyżywienia i Rolnictwa (FAO). Misją Komisji jest promowanie długoterminowego zrównoważonego rozwoju, wykorzystania, ochrony i odnowy europejskiego rybołówstwa śródlądowego i akwakultury oraz odpowiedzialnego zarządzania nimi, a także wspieranie zrównoważonych działań gospodarczych, społecznych i rekreacyjnych.

W ramach EIFAAC funkcjonuje Komitet Techniczny i Naukowy. To organ doradczy Komisji, która składa się z siedmiu naukowców-ekspertów od tematów związanych z rybołówstwem śródlądowym i akwakulturą.

W tym gremium na następną kadencję zasiądzie dr hab. Daniel Żarski z Zespołu Rozrodu i Rozwoju Ryb, zastępca dyrektora Instytutu ds. naukowych.

O TOWARZYSTWIE BIOLOGII ROZRODU

Celem ogólnopolskiego Towarzystwa Biologii Rozrodu jest inicjowanie i organizowanie wszelkich przedsięwzięć zmierzających do rozwoju nauk związanych z biologią rozrodu człowieka i zwierząt.

Nasz Instytut po raz kolejny jest silnie reprezentowany we władzach Towarzystwa Biologii Rozrodu. Ponownie na stanowisko prezesa (na kadencję 2024-2027) została wybrana prof. Monika M. Kaczmarek, kierownik Laboratorium Biologii Molekularnej.

Z kolei dr hab. Magdalena Kowalik, kierownik Zespołu Fizjologii i Toksykologii, objęła funkcję skarbnika, a prof. Anna Korzekwa, kierownik Zespołu Ochrony Bioróżnorodności, ponownie została członkiem zarządu.

Gratulujemy!

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Preschoolers from the region visited the Biodiversity Protection Team in Popielno

The Biodiversity Protection Team hosted children from a kindergarten in Ruciane-Nida in October. Katarzyna Borońska, Anna Kononiuk and Anna Korzekwa prepared activities through which children learned about the research and other activities of the IARFR PAS research station in Popielno, including initiatives aimed at protecting the environment. The youngest visited the station’s animal pens with the scientists, where they could see cows, mules, sheep and other interesting animals. Another stop was a visit to the museum, located in a historic granary from the mid-18th century. The preschoolers also participated in experiments and could see what a scientist’s work looks like in the laboratory.

We would like to thank the preschoolers and educators for their visit and interest in the Institute’s activities, and the Biodiversity Protection Team staff for organising the visit for our youngest visitors.


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Przedszkolaki z regionu odwiedziły Zespół Ochrony Bioróżnorodności

Zespół Ochrony Bioróżnorodności gościł w październiku dzieci z przedszkola w Rucianem-Nidzie. Katarzyna Borońska, Anna Kononiuk i Anna Korzekwa przygotowały zajęcia, dzięki którym dzieci poznały działalność stacji badawczej IRZiBŻ w Popielnie, w tym inicjatywy ukierunkowane na ochronę przyrody. Najmłodsi odwiedzili z naukowcami stacji zagrody ze zwierzętami, gdzie zobaczyli m.in. krowy, muły, owce czy żubronie. Kolejnym punktem wizyty było zwiedzanie Muzeum znajdującego się w zabytkowym spichlerzu z połowy XVIII w. Przedszkolaki uczestniczyły również w doświadczeniach, dzięki którym zobaczyły jak wygląda praca naukowca w laboratorium.

Przedszkolakom i wychowawcom dziękujemy za odwiedziny i zainteresowanie działalnością Instytutu, a pracownikom Zespołu Ochrony Bioróżnorodności za zorganizowanie wizyty dla naszych najmłodszych gości.


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Ph.D. Opportunity in Molecular Biology: Exploring Epigenetic Memory and Immune Response to Vitamin D

Position Available: 1 Ph.D. Student in Molecular Biology

Research Focus: Epigenetic memory mechanisms in human immune cells’ response to vitamin D

Location: Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, Olsztyn, Poland

Application Deadline: November 24, 2024, 23:59 CET

Start Date: December 2, 2024

Duration: 4 years

Scholarship: 6,370 PLN gross/month (approx. 10% deductions)

Why Join Us?

We are seeking a motivated Ph.D. student to join our Nutrigenomics Team for a cutting-edge project led by Prof. Carsten Carlberg. You’ll work on understanding how vitamin D influences the “epigenetic memory” in immune cells – a frontier area with big potential for breakthroughs in health and nutrition.

This is a unique chance to:

  • Develop advanced skills in molecular biology and epigenetics.
  • Work hands-on with RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and ChIPmentation to uncover cellular processes.
  • Collaborate with a vibrant, interdisciplinary research team.
  • Gain experience in a high-impact research project funded by the NCN OPUS grant.

About the Research Project

Your research will focus on:

  • Key techniques: Isolating immune cells, preparing RNA and chromatin libraries, and analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
  • Proposed Ph.D. Thesis: The Role of the Vitamin D Receptor in Epigenetic Memory.
  • Goal: Reveal how vitamin D and its receptor influence long-term changes in immune cells.

What We’re Looking For

  • Education: Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
  • Skills: Experience in molecular techniques (PCR, RNA isolation, cell culture) and bioinformatics for high-throughput data.
  • Qualifications: Demonstrated research achievements (e.g., publications, awards, project involvement).
  • Soft Skills: Team player, proactive, well-organized, with excellent English communication skills.

Application Process

  1. Apply Online: Complete the application form here.
  2. Selection: Top candidates will be invited for an interview (in-person or online).
  3. Interview: Short presentation of your Master’s thesis and research interests.
  4. Notification: Results will be posted on our website within 10 days of the final decision.

Take the next step in your research career and join us on this exciting journey into molecular biology and epigenetics!

Apply now and be part of research that could shape the future of health sciences.

Good luck!

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Dr Radosław Kowalski inaugurates the Olsztyn Academy of Children

Dr Radosław Kowalski from the Gamete and Embryo Biology Team of our Institute gave a guest lecture at the inaugural meeting of the Olsztyn Academy of Children (OAD), which is run by the Planetarium in Olsztyn. This time the students were introduced to water, and more specifically to its superpowers as the source of life and health for all living organisms.

A scientist intrigued the youngest students with a lecture about humans and oceans. What do we have in common, why are humans aquatic mammals and why can we say that every human being is a living drop in the ocean? – asked Dr Radosław Kowalski during the inauguration of the OAD.

More information about the Olsztyn Children’s Academy can be found on the Planetarium website.



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Dr hab. inż. Radosław Kowalski gościem inauguracji Olsztyńskiej Akademii Dzieci 2024/2025

Dr hab. inż. Radosław Kowalski z Zespołu Biologii Gamet i Zarodka naszego Instytutu wystąpił z gościnnym wykładem na spotkaniu inaugurującym kolejny już rok „akademicki” działającej przy Planetarium w Olsztynie Olsztyńskiej Akademii Dzieci (OAD). Tym razem studenci poznali wodę, a dokładniej jej supermoce stanowiące źródło życia i zdrowia wszystkich organizmów żywych.

Naukowiec zaintrygował najmłodszych studentów wykładem o ludziach i oceanach. Co nas łączy, dlaczego ludzie to ssaki wodne i dlaczego możemy powiedzieć, że każdy człowiek jest żywą kroplą oceanu? – pytał podczas inauguracji OAD dr hab. inż. Radosław Kowalski.

Więcej informacji o OAD, w tym harmonogram kolejnych spotkań organizowanych dla najmłodszych fanów nauki i wiedzy, na stronie Planetarium w zakładce Edukacja.



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Ph.D. Opportunity in Molecular Biology: Exploring Epigenetic Memory and Immune Response to Vitamin D

Position Available: 1 Ph.D. Student in Molecular Biology

Research Focus: Epigenetic memory mechanisms in human immune cells’ response to vitamin D

Location: Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, Olsztyn, Poland

Application Deadline: November 24, 2024, 23:59 CET

Start Date: December 2, 2024

Duration: 4 years

Scholarship: 6,370 PLN gross/month (approx. 10% deductions)

Why Join Us?

We are seeking a motivated Ph.D. student to join our Nutrigenomics Team for a cutting-edge project led by Prof. Carsten Carlberg. You’ll work on understanding how vitamin D influences the “epigenetic memory” in immune cells – a frontier area with big potential for breakthroughs in health and nutrition.

This is a unique chance to:

  • Develop advanced skills in molecular biology and epigenetics.
  • Work hands-on with RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and ChIPmentation to uncover cellular processes.
  • Collaborate with a vibrant, interdisciplinary research team.
  • Gain experience in a high-impact research project funded by the NCN OPUS grant.

About the Research Project

Your research will focus on:

  • Key techniques: Isolating immune cells, preparing RNA and chromatin libraries, and analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
  • Proposed Ph.D. Thesis: The Role of the Vitamin D Receptor in Epigenetic Memory.
  • Goal: Reveal how vitamin D and its receptor influence long-term changes in immune cells.

What We’re Looking For

  • Education: Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
  • Skills: Experience in molecular techniques (PCR, RNA isolation, cell culture) and bioinformatics for high-throughput data.
  • Qualifications: Demonstrated research achievements (e.g., publications, awards, project involvement).
  • Soft Skills: Team player, proactive, well-organized, with excellent English communication skills.

Application Process

  1. Apply Online: Complete the application form here.
  2. Selection: Top candidates will be invited for an interview (in-person or online).
  3. Interview: Short presentation of your Master’s thesis and research interests.
  4. Notification: Results will be posted on our website within 10 days of the final decision.

Take the next step in your research career and join us on this exciting journey into molecular biology and epigenetics!

Apply now and be part of research that could shape the future of health sciences.

Good luck!

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