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The International Center for Translational Eye Research (ICTER) is a multi-investigator center for eye research as related to imaging and biochemical techniques to support advances in understanding the etiology and treatment and human blinding diseases. Further information on the research priorities and current expertise of our Center can be found at http://www.icter.pl.

The ICTER searches candidates with a Master degree experienced in molecular biology/ genetics. Candidates should be interested in translational research and the development of new therapies to cure blindness or other diseases. The PhD scholar will have a direct impact on lab development and its success in publishing in high impact factor journals. The person will be also responsible for performing dynamic research to create a competitive research group. The position will be assigned to Ophthalmic Biology Group led by Andrzej Foik Ph.D. focusing on the development of new therapies to prevent/cure blindness, visual information processing in the visual system before and after plasticity that happens due to vision recovery or disease.

1. Performing research in the area of neurobiology     and molecular biology;
2. Viruses production;
3. Edition of scientific texts and graphics for publications;
4. Active participation in the creation of grant applications;
5. Active participation in reporting;
6. Creation of R&D documentation (description of technology - genetics, biotechnology, etc);
7. Handling bibliographic databases (eg. Mendeley);
8. Supervision over students.

• Full-time employment contract;
• Opportunity to work in an innovative scientific environment;
• International cooperation with experienced researchers;
• Competitive salary;
• Access to well-staffed core facilities.

1. M.Sc. degree in Biology, molecular biology or related,
2. Background in molecular biology or genetics,
3. Excellent communication and organizational skills,
4. Ability to work independently and interact effectively in an interdisciplinary team,
5. Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.