The Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology PAS is seeking a candidate for the position of: Research Technician at the Dioscuri Centre for Metabolic Diseases
Number of available positions: 1
Place of work: Dioscuri Centre for Metabolic Diseases
Researcher career profiles (R1-R4): First Stage Researcher (R1) or Recognized researcher (R2)
Field of science: Biology
Type of recruitment: LIDER (National Centre for Research and Development (NCBR)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in biology, biomedicine, biotechnology, biochemistry, laboratory medicine, pharmacy, or veterinary medicine,
- Prior experience working in a biological laboratory and familiarity with commonly used laboratory techniques (cell culture, Western blot),
- Previous experience working with animals will be an asset,
- Proficient command of English; excellent organizational skills, particularly in time management,
- Proactive approach to completing tasks and objectives,
- Interpersonal skills and a collaborative attitude.
Project description:
Research and Development (NCBR), entitled “Development of PKD2 kinase inhibitors for novel therapeutic strategies to treat hyperlipidemia and atherosclerosis.”
Our research focuses on understanding the molecular and metabolic mechanisms driving atherosclerosis progression. The aim of the project is to develop a selective compound that, when administered orally, will effectively reduce cholesterol and triacylglycerol levels and prevent atherosclerotic plaque formation in a mouse model.
As part of the project, the laboratory technician will support key experimental activities. She/he will be responsible, among others, for cell culture, protein isolation and analysis, and working with laboratory mice (genotyping, weighing, performing metabolic and biochemical assays, and tissue collection and processing).
This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop advanced laboratory skills, gain hands-on experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, and in vivo research, and contribute to the development of innovative therapeutic strategies. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive research team and participate in a project with strong translational potential.
Employment conditions:
- Full-time work contract,
- Duration of contract: for up to 33 months (until 30 September 2028),
- Position starts on: as soon as possible,
- Information on professional development opportunities: Participation in the project will allow the selected candidate to gain experience working in an international environment on an application-oriented project, learn new research methods, take part in scientific seminars and international conferences, and co-author scientific publications,
- Medical insurance, sports card, social benefits fund.
Application procedure and deadline:
Applications should be sent to: hr@nencki.edu.pl, with note: „Technician KKM”
Deadline: December 31st, 2025 until position is filled.
Contact information: k.kolczynska@nencki.edu.pl
Link to the Laboratory website:
https://www.nencki.edu.pl/laboratories/dioscuri-center-for-metabolic-diseases/
Required documents:
- CV,
- Cover letter,
- Contact details for a previous employer or academic supervisor.
You can use the foreign equivalent of a Polish academic degree if it meets at least one of the following criteria:
- is covered by the provisions of an international agreement on the equivalence of education,
- was issued by an authorized institution operating in an EU, OECD or EFTA Member State,
- was issued in another country and recognized on the basis of the regulations on the recognition of academic degrees obtained abroad (learn more about the procedure for the recognition of academic degrees:
Additional information:
Please include the following clause in your CV:
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