38. JOB OPENING W/M ASSISTANT

JOB OPENING

W/M

ASSISTANT

 

AT THE LUDWIK HIRSZFELD INSTITUTE

OF IMMUNOLOGY AND EXPERIMENTAL THERAPY

OF THE POLISH ACADEMY OF SCIENCES IN WROCŁAW

 

  1. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE JOB
  2. Position: W/M Assistant
  3. Number of positions available: 1
  4. Organizational unit: Biotechnology Laboratory
  5. Funding source: Institute funds
  6. Gross salary: 6,200 PLN
  7. Type of contract: Indefinite-term employment contract
  8. Employment percentage: 1/1 full-time
  9. Employment period: From December 21, 2026 – to Click or tap to enter a date.
  10. Proposed start date: December 21, 2026
  11. Total estimated cost of hiring the employee (if funded by projects): Not applicable
  12. JOB DESCRIPTION
  13. Design and conduct research in the fields of molecular biology, biotechnology, and genetic engineering of microorganisms.
  14. Design and editing of bacterial genomes using the latest technologies, such as CRISPR-Cas.
  15. Design and construction of expression vectors, plasmids, and other synthetic biology tools.
  16. Conducting research involving the isolation and analysis of DNA, RNA, and proteins using molecular biology methods, including PCR, qPCR, RT-qPCR, cloning, SDS-PAGE nucleic acid electrophoresis, Western blot analysis, and genomic analyses.
  17. Conducting bacterial cultures and working with various bacterial species in BSL-2 and GMM-2 laboratories.
  18. Phenotypic and molecular characterization of microorganism strains, as well as analysis of gene functions and regulatory pathways.
  19. Analysis of data obtained using next-generation sequencing (NGS), mass spectrometry, and other methods, utilizing bioinformatics tools to interpret the results.
  20. Participation in the development of new biotechnological solutions with application and implementation potential.
  21. Providing academic guidance to students and interns.
  22. Presenting research results at scientific conferences.
  23. Preparing scientific publications and patent applications related to ongoing research.

 

  1. REQUIREMENTS FOR CANDIDATES

 

  1. Formal and substantive requirements that the candidate must meet (in accordance with § 4(3)(k) and § 4(4) of the Regulations on the Conduct of Competitions for Academic Positions at the IIET PAS)

 

A candidate applying for the advertised research position should demonstrate strong motivation for research, the ability to work in a team, independence, responsibility, and commitment to carrying out planned tasks.

 

In particular, the candidate should:

  1. hold a master’s degree, a master’s degree in engineering, or an equivalent degree in the biological, medical, or a related field,
  2. have at least 5 years of experience in scientific work in a molecular biology laboratory or a similar setting.
  3. have knowledge and experience in planning and conducting scientific research in the field of bacterial biology, as evidenced by at least 2 scientific publications from the JCR list,
  4. have knowledge and experience in editing bacterial genomes using the CRISPR-Cas technique,
  5. possess knowledge and experience in the cultivation of various bacterial species,
  6. document active participation in the preparation and implementation of scientific projects
  7. in the role of project investigator/project manager,
  8. demonstrate involvement in the supervision of students and/or interns,
  9. document completed research internships or work at more than one scientific/research institution,
  10. present ongoing, documented scientific collaborations,
  11. demonstrate active participation in the popularization of science,
  12. be proficient in spoken and written English,

 

  1. Additional skills and experience are a plus for this position (in accordance with § 4(3)(k) and § 4(4) of the Regulations on the Conduct of Competitions for Academic Positions at the IIET PAS)
  2. Knowledge of programming languages, such as R and Python
  3. Knowledge of scientific databases in the fields of genomics and proteomics

 

  1. LIST OF DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FROM THE APPLICANT

Detailed recommendations regarding the minimum formal requirements for applicants competing for research positions at the Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IIET PAS) are set forth in Appendix 1 of the Regulations Governing Competitive Selection Processes for Research Positions at IIET PAS. Candidates will be evaluated based on the Candidate Evaluation Form (Appendix 2 to the Regulations).

 

  1. A copy of the diploma certifying the award of a professional title, academic degree, or the title of professor in the fields and disciplines specified in the competition
  2. A motivation letter
  3. A CV presenting the candidate’s academic profile (including professional career history, career breaks if the candidate deems it appropriate to disclose them, publications with a description of the candidate’s contribution to their creation, completed internships, apprenticeships, training programs, workshops, participation in or management of grants, mentoring of junior researchers, supervision of doctoral students, and science outreach).
  4. A description of the most significant scientific achievement(s)
  5. A research plan
  6. Other documents confirming eligibility (e.g., letters of recommendation, certificates, etc.)
  7. INFORMATION REGARDING DEADLINES, THE PROCEDURE FOR SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS, AND CONTACT WITH CANDIDATES

 

The recruitment process is conducted in accordance with the Regulations for Recruitment Competitions for Academic Positions at the Ludwik Hirszfeld Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy of the Polish Academy of Sciences. The competition documentation is available at https://hirszfeld.pl/instytut/oferty-pracy/zasady-zatrudniania-na-stanowiskach-naukowych/

 

Applications containing all required documents must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on December 3, 2026, via email to kadry@hirszfeld.pl or krzysztof.pawlik@hirszfeld.pl (application subject line: Assistant/LB). Communication with candidates will take place via email to the address from which the application was sent or by another method agreed upon with the candidate.

 

Please note that we will contact selected candidates who will be invited for an interview (in person or online). The selection process will be finalized by December 10, 2026, and candidates will be notified of the results via email. The selection committee reserves the right not to select any candidate through this process. In such a case, the recruitment process may be/will be reopened.

 

If a candidate consents to the use of their application in future recruitment processes, please include a statement with the following text: “I consent to the storage of my documents and their use in future recruitment rounds in accordance with § 11(2) of the Regulations Governing Competitions for Research Positions at the Ludwik Hirszfeld Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy of the Polish Academy of Sciences.”