Assistant (F/M/X) at the Department of Brain Biochemistry, Maj Institute of Pharmacology Polish Academy of Science – full-time

Maj Institute of Pharmacology Polish Academy of Sciences (hereinafter referred to as the Institute or IP PAS) announces the competition for the position of an assistant (F/M/X) at the Department of Brain Biochemistry. We are seeking a highly motivated individual interested in conducting innovative research and supporting research projects carried out at the Department of Brain Biochemistry IP PAS. We offer a stimulating professional environment, friendly atmosphere and an individualized approach to work organization while respecting the so-called “work–life balance”. At the same time, we expect determination and a positive attitude toward implementing projects classified as “high risk / high gain”.

A person for the position of an assistant (F/M/X) should meet the following conditions:

1. Hold a professional Master’s degree in medical or related fields;
2. Have a minimum of 5 years of experience with advanced fluorescence and confocal microscopy techniques and with primary in vitro cultures;
3. Possess very good practical knowledge of biochemical and molecular biology techniques (including isolation and quality assessment of proteins and RNA, molecular cloning, Western blot, use of the SimplePlex, ELISA, qRT-PCR, immunofluorescence platforms, as well as knowledge of working with human and iPSC-derived cells);
4. Have knowledge of image analysis software (ImageJ, CellProfiler);
5. Hold a proven scientific record documented by publications in journals with international reach;
6. Have completed research internships at foreign scientific institutions;
7. Demonstrate the ability to independently manage research projects and independently analyze and interpret results, prepare manuscripts and publicly present and discuss results;
8. Be motivated to expand scientific knowledge and have scientific curiosity;
9. Demonstrate willingness to conduct own scientific research and projects;
10. Possess the ability to organize one’s own work and teamwork and take responsibility for assigned tasks;
11. Have a fluent knowledge of English;
12. Demonstrate an impeccable ethical attitude.

Additional advantages:

1. Doctoral degree in medical sciences or related fields;
2. Confirmed active involvement in teaching activities;
3. Experience and authorization to work with laboratory animals (mice, rats);
4. Knowledge of spoken and written Polish.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Development of research activities in areas consistent with the scientific profile of the Maj Institute of Pharmacology Polish Academy of Sciences;
2. Planning and conducting research experiments, implementation of ongoing scientific projects;
3. Preparation and archiving of research results;
4. Implementation of new research methods;
5. Preparation of research projects and acquisition of research funding;

6. Strict adherence to the code of ethics of Polish Academy of Sciences employee;
7. Compliance with the regulations and orders in force at the IP PAS

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment in the project under a full-time employment contract. Remuneration in accordance with the remuneration regulations of the IP PAS.

 REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

1. Application for employment for the above-mentioned position together with a cover letter with a description of scientific interests;
2. Information about the candidate in accordance with Appendix 1 to the Form;
3. Personal questionnaire for a person applying for employment in accordance with Appendix 2 to the Form;
4. Copy of Master’s degree diploma or a copy of the doctoral diploma or a certificate of obtaining a doctoral degree (if available);
5. Short self-presentation text;
6. A copy of the certificate of completion of training in conducting research with the use of laboratory animals (if available);
7. Contact details of persons who can provide references and who agreed to be contacted;
8. Opinion of the current scientific supervisor;
9. Certificate of English language proficiency (if available);
10. Statement on the primary place of employment and affiliation of research and publications, in accordance with App. No. 3 to the Form;
11. Information on the processing of personal data in accordance with Appendix 4 to the Form;
12. A declaration of impeccable ethical attitude in accordance with Appendix 5 to the Form.

Applications along with the required documentation should be sent in electronic form to the following e-mail address: ifpan@if-pan.krakow.pl  by June 18, 2026. The title of the message should indicate which competition the application concerns: “Competition – Assistant (F/M/X), Dept. of Brain Biochemistry IP PAS”.

The winner of the competition will be selected from among those meeting the formal requirements based on the analysis of documents and possible invited interviews.

Please be advised that we will contact only selected candidates and we will not return the submitted documents. We reserve the right to void the contest without giving any reason.

For additional information, please contact:

Grzegorz Kreiner, PhD – grzegorz.kreiner@if-pan.edu.pl

 Date of the competition announcement – May 29, 2026

Deadline for submitting applications – June 18, 2026

Date of the competition settlement – June 29, 2026