Post-doc (Research Assistant Professor/ Visiting Researcher)

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Post-doc (Research Assistant Professor/ Visiting Researcher)

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Offer DescriptionConducting research and development work within the framework of the implementation of the NCN OPUS 26 research project No. UMO-2023/51/B/ST10/02553 “Selenium nanoparticles – microbial production mechanism, utilitarian formulations elaboration, and assessment of their impact on plant growth and physiology.”Where to apply E-mailagnieszka.saeid@pwr.edu.plRequirementsResearch Field Chemistry » Other Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsResponsibilities:1. Isolation of SeNP-forming microorganisms;2. Screening of SeNP-forming microorganisms for their plant growth-promoting properties (PGP);3. Morphological, biological, and molecular characterization of most potential isolates;4. Synergistic and antagonistic interactions of isolates to develop a microbial consortium;5. Analysis of the efficiency of SeNP formation by microorganisms as single and consortium;6. Molecular identification of genes responsible for bioreduction of selenium compounds;7. Evaluation of efficiency in germination and pot tests;8. Investigation of microorganism/gene identification by PCR and qPCR;9. In-situ/ex-situ production and its complete evaluation;10. Characterization of bioreduction kinetics in in-situ and ex-situ scenarios;11. Comparison of bioreduction in acellular and whole-cell mode, taking into account the efficiency and complexity of post-production processes;12. Carrying out bioreduction on a larger scale (approx. 5L) to obtain exemplary formulations of selenium nanoparticles;13. Evaluation of functional properties and assessment of cytotoxicity of different BioSeNP formulations;14. Assistance in conducting research/experimental work;15. Preparation of reagents and materials for field and pot tests;16. Sampling in greenhouse and field trials;17. Writing publications and papers;18. Literature studies;19. Presentation of obtained results at conferences.Specific Requirements1. Fluency in spoken and written English, allowing reading/writing instructions/publications and communicating with international partners;2. PhD in biotechnology or related discipline obtained within 7 years before January 1 of the year of employment in the project;3. Experience in an international environment (e.g., Erasmus program);4. At least eight publications published in journals from the Philadelphia list;5. Focus on the effect;6. Experience in working in sterile conditions with microorganisms;7. Documented experience working in a microbiology laboratory;8. Knowledge of microbiological processes;9. Knowledge of instrumental and classical analytical techniques;10. Knowledge of simple analytical equipment (pH meters, conductivity meters, scales, spectrophotometers) – ability to calibrate laboratory equipment;11. Knowledge of microorganism and gene identification using PCR and qPCR;12. Knowledge of MS Office;13. Practical experience in working with Statistica or its equivalent would be appreciated;Candidates are assessed on the basis of the criteria presented in the competition announcement, provided that the obligatory formal criterion for admission to the competition is obtaining a doctoral degree in the year of employment in the project or in the period of 7 years before January 1 of the year of employment in the project.Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Chemistry » OtherInternal Application form(s) neededogłoszenie_post_doc_ENG.pdfEnglish(151.36 KB – PDF)Additional InformationBenefitsWe offer:

• stable employment at the prestigious University,
• working in the world-class scientific environment and laboratory complex,
• possibility of continuous improvement of qualifications
• working in a creative and vibrant research team.

Eligibility criteriaThe University stipulates that the competition may not be concluded.Prior to establishing an employment relationship with the successful applicant, Wrocław University of Technology will verify the applicant in accordance with the provisions of the Act of 13 May 2016 on Preventing the Risk of Sexual Offences and Protecting Minors. The data necessary for this verification (PESEL no. or, in the absence thereof, family name, father’s name, mother’s name, date of birth) will be obtained only from the successful person and should not be provided at the application stage.Recruitments and competitions conducted by Wrocław University of Science and Technology are open, carried out in accordance with clear and transparent rules based on clear and unambiguous criteria of substantive evaluation, taking into account a diverse professional career. Wrocław University of Science and Technology conducts recruitment procedures in accordance with the guidelines of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers and the Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) at Wrocław University of Science and Technology.LINK PL:LINK EN:Recruitments and competitions conducted by Wrocław University of Technology and Science are conducted taking into account the policy of equal opportunities in accordance with the “Equality plan for Wrocław University of Science and Technology for the period 2022-2024”

LINK PL:LINK EN:Development prospects: Scientific development related to access to numerous training and motivational programs (e.g. Primus, Secundus, Tertius, Quartius), as well as the possibility of establishing international cooperation (e.g. under the UNITE program!)Public documents:The consolidated text of the Regulations for conducting open competitions for the position of an academic teacher and other necessary documents can be found here: LINK PL, EN:Selection processApplication documents in Polish or English should be sent:– by e-mail to the following e-mail address by the 22nd of October 2024 until 3 pmIn the title of the message, please indicate the reference number: AD14/W3/10/2024Applications of persons sending their documents without indicating a specific reference number and sent after the deadline for submission will not be considered.The date of receipt of the documents is decisive. The date of receipt of application documents is considered to be 3.00 pm on the day indicated in the information about the competition. Receipt of the documents from the candidate will be confirmed by the assistant/HR assistant via e-mail to the address indicated in the application.Candidates’ applications will be evaluated by the Competition Committee appointed by the Dean of the Faculty of Chemistry, WUST. After the competition procedure is closed, the applications of persons who have not been accepted for work will be returned, provided that they were sent by traditional mail. People interested in having their documents back will be able to pick them up from the assistant/HR assistant within 6 months after the competition procedure is closed, against acknowledgment of receipt.Deadline for submitting applications to participate in the competition: by the 22nd of October 2024 3 p.m.Announcement expiration date: 22nd of October 2024Deadline for the conclusion of the competition: 24th of October 2024Planned date of employment: 1st of January 2025Period of employment and remuneration: 36 months, salary: approx. 8900 PLN gross/per month plus 13th salary and employee capital planAdditional commentsRequired documents: * Application for entering the competition addressed to the Rector.

• Curriculum vitae.
• Questionnaire for the person applying for employment.
• A copy of the document confirming obtaining the academic degree or a copy of the diploma of graduation.
• Self-report containing information about achievements in the field of research activity, teaching experience and organizational activity.
• List of publications.
• List and description of scientific internships.
• Statement on having read the information regarding the processing of personal data
• Statement on meeting the requirements set out in Art. 113 of the Act of July 20, 2018. Law on higher education and science
• Declaration of the candidate that in the case of winning the competition, Wrocław University of Science and Technology will be the primary place of employment**

• If a competition is won by a person who is employed under an employment relationship with another employer conducting the following activities: research, research and teaching, research and development, implementation (except for cases specified in Article 125(3) of the Act), and the employment is not expired by the date of employment at the Wrocław University of Science and Technology as the primary place of work, this person, in accordance with art. 125 sec. 1 of the Act, taking into account art. 125 sec. 2 of the Act, is obliged to obtain the Rector’s consent for additional employment under an employment relationship with another employer after employing at Wrocław University of Science and Technology. If the competition is won by a person who conducts business activity, the requirement of art. 125 sec. 7 of the Act should be met.

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Fri, 11 Oct 2024 03:44:34 GMT

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