Job Opportunities in Poland

Łukasiewicz Research Network – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development is a Research Institute within the Łukasiewicz Research Network. It focuses on development of new technologies, resulting from basic and applied research, which, in turn, serve as a basis for innovative solutions for the industry. With high-class specialists and state-of-art infrastructure, we provide capacity for the most advanced research. Our Institute consists of three research centers – Life Sciences & Biotechnology Center, Materials Science & Engineering Center and Center for Population Diagnostics, with access to specialized core laboratories – a combination, which allows to carry out both, scientific research and pilot studies for the industry in a comprehensive manner.
Due to our growing needs, we invite candidates to apply for the position of
Research Assistant (Senior Specialist – Senior Process Engineer)
in Neuro Immuno Oncology(Strategic Partnerships NAWA grant).
Cancer Neurophysiology Group (Kucharczyk Lab) at Łukasiewicz Research Network, Polish Centre for Technology Development (Łukasiewicz-PORT) bridges Neuroscience with Oncology aiming to comprehend neurogenic regulation of carcinogenesis and associated pain. Employing state-of-the-art techniques (i.e., in vivo optical imaging, electrophysiology and optogenetics) we selectively sample and modulate activity of genetically defined neuronal populations and analyse (FACS, tissue clearing, omics) their effects on tumour biology. In this pursuit, our group aspires to forge innovative therapies for cancer and associated pain, rooted in a deep understanding of neuronal systems. See more about us: https://port.lukasiewicz.gov.pl/en/rd/life-sciences-biotechnology-center/cancer-neurophysiology-group/
The role:
You will work on an international project (in partnership with King’s College London and University of Copenhagen) fitting in rapidly developing field of Cancer Neuroscience. The NAWA Strategic Partnerships grant acts as a springboard for the creation of European Cancer Neuroscience Consortium (ECNC) offering a wide range of activities to nurture current and future collaborations. The grant has two aims: 1) an international research project, and 2) establishment of the ECNC through recruitment of new members across Europe. You will split your time between wet lab and grant’s administrative duties.
The research part is focused on the role of silent nociceptors in the control of cancer growth and associated pain. The Cancer Neurophysiology Research group consists of several immunologists, oncologists and neurophysiologists. Through collaboration with the group members and our Danish collaborator, you will perform detailed histological analysis of clinical cancer samples. The data you will generate will be directly compared with preclinical work done by a Postdoctoral researcher employed on the project. The administrative part will carry duties related to the smooth run of the grant, especially help in coordination of international meetings directly related to the recruitment of new members to join our ECNC initiative. You will serve as a point of contact for the current and future ECNC members.
You will be asked to: i) execute experiments and manage bioethical licensing in consultation with the group leader, ii) help to manage long-term collaborations with other researchers in Poland and abroad, iii) participate in lab activities, including group meetings, journal clubs, seminars and conferences, iv) analyse and document research and administrative data, v) collaborate with other lab members on research projects.
Requirements:

• MSc or Ph D in Oncology or related discipline (i.e. Immunology, Biotechnology, Neurobiology, Biology etc.),
• Advanced spoken and written English skills,
• Ability to travel and exchange knowhow internationally,
• Ability to plan your own work and coordinate work of others,
• Creativity and dynamism in action,
• Excellent communication skills,
• Previous experience in administrative management of projects funded by national and international sources (NCN/NCBi R, EU Horizon, etc.),
• Handling applications to relevant committees and ministries (bioethical committees, Ministry of the Environment, etc.).

Desirable:

• Previous experience with cancer and/or pain models,
• Experience in wet lab techniques (histology, molecular biology etc.),
• Experience in working with human samples,
• Eager to learn new research methods,
• Work experience in an international environment.

We offer:

• Full-time employment on the position of Senior Specialist – Senior Process Engineer for 24 months;
• Work in a scientific and research organization focused on the implementation of innovative prestigious research and development projects;
• Co-financing for private medical care;
• Co-financing for a sports card;
• Possibility to join group life insurance;
• Co-financing under the Social Benefits Fund (for holidays and Christmas);
• Work on the territory of a green science campus;
• Free parking space;
• Additional 10 days of paid leave for employees of the research division holding the title Ph D.

If you are interested, please apply via the link below:
https://system.erecruiter.pl/Form Templates/Recruitment Form.aspx?Web ID=ef4725de8ec545a6b6865f5ae0f88da6
Application deadline: 30.09.2024
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