Pursuant to § 3 section 11 and § 7 sections 1 and 3 of Resolution No. 5/I/2020 of the Senate of the Jagiellonian University of 29 January 2020 on: the rules of recruitment for the Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences at the Jagiellonian University in the academic year 2020/2021, the Director of the Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences announces a competition as part of the Biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology and biotechnology study programme for one doctoral student with a scholarship financed from the research project funds.
As part of the MAESTRO 11 (NCN) grant conducted in the Department of Cell Biology, Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology, Jagiellonian University, a commission set up at the School will conduct recruitment for the studying programme of Biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology and biotechnology in the academic year 2020/21.
The project Leader, Prof. Ewa Zuba-Surma offers an opportunity to complete a doctorate in the following area:
“"Molecular and cellular mechanisms of pro-regenerative potential of stem cell- derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) in ischemic myocardial injuries: Role of microRNAs"”.
After the interviews and the evaluation of the candidates, the Chairperson of the commission will present to the Director a report containing a name of candidate recommended for admission to the school as part of the research project.
The schedule of the current competition is as follows:
- Opening of the competition: 05.10 2020
- Application submission deadline: 08.10.2020, 12:00
- Entrance exams: 12-13.10.2020
- Announcement of results: 16.10.2020
- Enrolment: 19-21.10.2020
Description of the project:
MAESTRO 11 grant entitled "Molecular and cellular mechanisms of pro-regenerative potential of stem cell- derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) in ischemic myocardial injuries: Role of microRNAs" will focus on the role of selected miRNAs carried by EVs from genetically modified iPSCs and MSCs, in various types of cardiac tissue cells, both in vitro and in vivo, including examining regenerative properties of these EVs in acute and chronic myocardial injury models.
Expectations from the candidate:
1. Master's degree in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry or related sciences
2. Experience in the experimental work in the field of cell and molecular biology, in particular in: 1) cell culture and functional tests of animal and human cells in vitro, including examination of cell proliferation, viability, metabolic activity and differentiation, 2) practical knowledge of molecular biology techniques, including PCR, real-time PCR, Western Blot.
3. Readiness to work with animals, including mouse models of myocardial damage in vivo. Candidates experienced in working with animals and possessing theoretical and methodological knowledge in the field of stem cell biology will be preferred.
4. Motivation for scientific work, ability to work in a group and good organization of work, self-reliance and diligence.
5. Very good English language skills.
Application documents:
- a curriculum vitae (CV) with particular emphasis on scientific achievements;
- a motivation letter, explaining how the applicant’s background and research interests make them a suitable candidate for the position
- a reference letter written for the candidate by a researcher holding at least the academic degree of doktor habilitowany (post-doctoral degree; Doctor of Science, DSc) or being an employee of a foreign higher education institution or research institution who has a substantial track record in scientific issues related to life sciences;
- copies of Bachelor's and Master's diploma (in the case of completing first and second cycle studies) or uniform master's diploma
- transcripts of records with marks obtained from particular courses during the higher education
Each document issued in a language other than Polish or English shall be accompanied by a certified translation into Polish or English.
Please send your application documents to Project Leader: ewa.zuba-surma@uj.edu.pl and Dr Elżbieta Karnas: e.karnas@uj.edu.pl.
Documents required for enrolment:
- photocopy and the original for inspection:
- a diploma certifying the award of a master's degree, master's degree in engineering or an equivalent in a field of study among those indicated in the detailed selection conditions, or
- a document confirming completion of studies abroad, giving the right to take up studies in the country of its issue in order to obtain the degree of doctor or recognised as equivalent to the relevant Polish diploma confirming graduate qualifications;
- a photo (35 mm × 45 mm) without a headgear on a light background;
- for inspection: identity card (passport in case of foreigners);
- the originals of all other documents provided at the application stage in the form of a scan.
Higher education diplomas obtained abroad should:
- bear the apostille clause if the issuing country is covered by the Convention abolishing the requirement of legalisation for foreign public documents, done at The Hague on 5 October 1961. (Journal of Laws of 2005 No. 112, item 938) or
- be legalised, in other cases.
Please include the following clause in your documentation:
"I consent to the processing of my personal data contained in the scholarship offer for the purposes necessary for the recruitment process, in accordance with the Act of 29.08.97 on the Protection of Personal Data, J. of Laws No. 133, item 883".
