Publisher
source

Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences

Just Landed

Post-doctoral position in biochemical and structural characterization of human dioxygenases Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences in Poland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Biochemistry

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 25, 2026

Country flag

Country

Poland

University

Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences

Social connections

How do I apply for this?

Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.

Apply for this position

Keywords

Biochemistry
Chemistry
Biology
Crystallography
Structural Biology
Chemical Biology
Protein Purification
Medical Science
Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Suggested positions

About this position

Postdoctoral position at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw, within the NCN OPUS 30 project “Functional and Structural Characterization of Predicted Human Oxygenases with an Unusual Fe(II)-Binding Site”.

The project is led by Dr. Lennart Brewitz and sits at the interface of biochemistry, structural biology, medicinal chemistry, and cancer-related enzyme research. The successful candidate will study unusual human dioxygenases, including recombinant protein production, protein purification, enzyme activity assays, substrate identification, and structural characterization using techniques such as NMR, MS, plate-reader assays, and protein crystallography.

This is a full-time post-doc for 12 months with a possibility of extension, funded by NCN. The gross salary is around 11,700 PLN/month. The role is intended for a researcher with a PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field, strong publication record, independent research ability, and fluent English. Experience with protein expression, purification, enzymology, structural methods, or medicinal chemistry is preferred.

Applications must be submitted by 2026-08-25 12:00 CEST. Send a cover letter, CV, list of achievements, and PhD certificate to rekrutacja@ichf.edu.pl with subject line Recruitment no 46/2026. Interviews are planned for 2026-09-02 to 2026-09-03, and results are expected on 2026-09-14.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

More information can be found here

Ask ApplyKite AI

Start chatting
Can you summarize this position?
What qualifications are required for this position?
How should I prepare my application?