Showing posts with label Poland. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Poland. Show all posts

Sunday, February 24, 2013

Poland : Neurobiologist/Molecular Research Biologist Position at Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology

Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology Polish Academy of Sciences offers Neurobiologist/molecular biologist Position. Applicants must have doctoral degree with Msc including documented competences as well – good pracical knowledge of molecular biology techniques and neuronal cultures. One position is offered for two years at Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology Polish Academy of Sciences. Complete application should be sent including CV with list of publications and list of skills and techniques, motivation letter, diploma, 2 references in English by email.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in neurobiology and molecular biology.
Course Level
: This scholarship is available for pursuing research level.
Scholarship Provider
: Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology Polish Academy of Sciences
Scholarship can be taken at
: Poland
Eligibility:-Phd degree; candidates with M.Sc with documented competences will be considered as well
- good practical knowledge of molecular biology techniques and neuronal cultures
- experience in neurobiology or epigenetics
- experience in animal work
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Poland can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology Polish Academy of SciencesOur research is concentrated on the molecular responses to brain injury and molecular events leading to the development of epilepsy. We are particularly interested in alterations in gene expression that lead to the development of spontaneous seizures in in vivo models of epileptogenesis and epilepsy. We are also interested in developing new strategies to prevent epilepsy development.
Number of awards offered: One position is offered.
Duration of award(s): Grant is offered for 2 years.
What does it cover? Not Known
Selection Criteria: Not Known
How to Apply: Application should be sent in English by email: u.dziewulska-at-nencki.gov.pl.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadline is 24.02.2013.

Monday, February 4, 2013

Poland : Postdoctoral Positions at Nencki Institute

Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) co-financed from the European Union, Regional Development Fund funded postdoctoral positions at Nencki Institute, Warsaw, Poland. Students must have a strong interest in brain research, especially in understanding the brain-mind connection. Students should have a Doctoral degree (or equivalent) in the field of molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, physics/biophysics, chemistry, biology, and psychology, medical or veterinary sciences. Proficiency in English and very good publication record is required. The duration of position is of two years and the value of stipend is 6000 PLN/month. Application form should be sent online by March 10, 2013.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in MMP-9 driven extra synaptic proteolysis in physiological and pathological synaptic plasticity.
Course Level
: This scholarship is available for pursuing Postdoctoral degree level.
Scholarship Provider
: Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) co-financed from the European Union, Regional Development Fund
Scholarship can be taken at
: Poland
Eligibility: Requirements for postdoctoral candidates are:
-Strong interest in brain research, especially in understanding the brain-mind connection
-PhD degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, physics/biophysics, chemistry, biology, psychology, medical or veterinary sciences, and no more than four years of post-doctoral training (candidates defending their Ph.D. thesis shortly after the application deadline, and before the start date of the employment contract, are eligible to apply)
-Research experience with either electrophysiology or optogenetics (preferably in vivo) or rodent behavior (preferably oriented toward neuropsychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia) or neuroanatomy (preferably amygdala)
-Very good publication record
-Exceptional motivation for scientific research
-Proficiency in English
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Poland can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: They are searching for outstanding 2 postdoctoral candidates to carry out the following research supported by the TEAM project from the Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) co-financed from the European Union, Regional Development Fund in 2012-2015. Recent studies, including those from the Kaczmarek laboratory, have shown pivotal role of MMP-9, extra synaptically released protease acting on local extracellular matrix, in neuronal plasticity underlying physiological and pathological information processing and storage by the brain.
Number of awards offered: Two scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Positions are intended for two years initially, with a start date: June 2013.
What does it cover? Stipend amount: 6000 PLN/month.
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: Short-listed candidates will be selected for personal interviews.
How to Apply: Applications in English (pdf format) may be uploaded on-line: https://recruitment.nencki.gov.pl/register.php?call=team201201

Scholarship Application Deadline: Application deadline: March 10, 2013