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Postdoctoral Researcher Position at the Laboratory of Hematopoiesis

Postdoctoral position

Application deadline: 15 Sep 2026

Institute: The Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology PAS
Country: Poland
More information: https://nencki.edu.pl/job/the-nencki-institute-of-experimental-biology-pas-is-seeking-a-candidate-for-the-position-of-postdoctoral-researcher-at-laboratory-of-hematopoiesis/

Number of available positions: 1 (starting October 2026)
Place of work: Liang Lab – Hematopoiesis (www.lianglab.info)
Researcher career profiles (R1-R4): R2 with monthly salary of 11000-12450 PLN gross
Field of science: life science
Type of recruitment: full time (An employment contract for a year and renewable for up to additional 3 years based on performance)

Project description: A post-doc will be recruited under the funding awarded by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (the TOP200 NAWA Programme) to investigate the role of tumor necrosis factor 2 in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). To achieve the goal of this project, state-of-the-art methods like CRISPR technology will be employed to perturb the expression and/or activity of TNFR2. Single-cell multi-omics and flow cytometry technologies will allow us to dissect the impacts of TNFR2 perturbations on CLL. Human CLL cell lines, experimental mouse model and primary human materials collected from voluntary CLL donors with informed consent will be used.

Requirements:
- The candidate shall possess a PhD degree in life science disciplines such as Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Cancer, Biotechnology or equivalent.
- The candidate must have a research interest in hematopoiesis, cancer biology or cancer treatment with a proven scientific track record supported by relevant publications.
- The candidate should be the first-author in at least one of those publications (original research only).
- The candidate should have a solid foundation in molecular and cellular techniques such as gene cloning, PCR, western blotting, transfection and transduction, drug treatment, cell culture, flow cytometry and cell sorting.
- Experiences in handling mice and processing human primary samples will be advantageous.
- A desired candidate should have critical skills that can allow him/her to drive a research project independently to achieve scientific excellence. These skills include project management, critical thinking, software competency, time management, creative problem-solving, team-player and good communication.
- Lastly, the candidate should be proficient in English.

Scope of tasks:
- Co-develop the scientific concept and detailed methodology across all of the project pre-defined objectives, in close collaboration with Dr. Liang and the other members of the Liang Lab.
- Refine experimental strategies in consideration of the project pre-defined milestones, and ensure the timely delivery of project outputs. Plan, conduct, and optimize laboratory experiments aligned with the project pre-defined goals.
- Independently analyze and interpret experimental data, prepare figures and graphical representations of results, and contribute to internal reports and project deliverables.
- Actively participate in the dissemination of results through presentation of research findings at national and international scientific conferences.
- Lead the writing and revision of manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals.
- Provide scientific support and mentoring to the PhD student(s) working in the Liang Lab, assisting with experimental planning, troubleshooting, and data interpretation, thereby contributing to a collaborative and productive research environment.

Closing date for applications: 15.09.2026
Applications should be sent to postdoc@nencki.edu.pl with note: "Liang Post-doc"