Full-time · On-site
Principal Investigator in Plant Genomics
This is a prestigious leadership appointment for an ambitious genomicist to build an independent laboratory within a growing Polish research hub. The role combines high-level scientific strategy with hands-on mentorship, supported by a significant start-up package and a focus on international collaboration. It is an ideal opportunity for a researcher seeking the autonomy to define their own scientific direction in a picturesque, well-equipped academic setting.
University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn · Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland · Posted 20 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a prestigious leadership appointment for an ambitious genomicist to build an independent laboratory within a growing Polish research hub. The role combines high-level scientific strategy with hands-on mentorship, supported by a significant start-up package and a focus on international collaboration. It is an ideal opportunity for a researcher seeking the autonomy to define their own scientific direction in a picturesque, well-equipped academic setting.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute a long-term research vision for the Plant Genomics department
- Recruit and lead a team of researchers and doctoral students
- Apply for and manage competitive external research funding
- Produce original research for publication in top-tier international journals
- Foster interdisciplinary partnerships across the university and abroad
Essential
- Proven track record of high-impact scientific publications
- Ability to establish and manage an independent research group
- Expertise in integrating genomics with computational biology
- Capacity to secure national and international research grants
- Commitment to supervising PhD candidates and junior researchers
Preferred
- Experience with European research initiatives and international consortia
- Strong background in data-driven plant biotechnology
- Demonstrated leadership in interdisciplinary scientific projects
Key Skills
Plant GenomicsBioinformaticsComputational BiologyGrant WritingScientific MentorshipMolecular BiologyProject Management
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Initial 48-month contract with potential for permanent extension
- Negotiable research start-up package for equipment and materials
- Dedicated funding for research staff and PhD recruitment
- Institutional support for international mobility and conference travel
- Assistance with grant applications and administrative navigation
- Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities
- High quality of life on the scenic Kortowo green campus
Next step
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