Scholars/Research Assistants (3 positions)

Scholars/Research Assistants (3 positions)
We invite applications for research assistant position in the field of cancer immunity and therapy. The position will provide the opportunity to participate in a cutting-edge research project funded by the National Science Centre (NCN, Poland).
We are seeking open-minded, independent, and highly motivated candidates with hands-on experience. The admission procedure will be carried out in two steps, based on application documents and further interviews with selected candidates. During the interview, candidates will be scored based on the project competency, methodological experience, and communication skills, in accordance with the NCN rules. Please be aware that only selected candidates will be contacted.

We offer:

Full-time research opportunity to work on a health-relevant scientific problem using a broad range of molecular and cell biology, genetics, proteomics, biochemistry, and a stimulating multi-disciplinary research environment. Proposed starting date: June 1st, 2026 (for candidates who are already Ph.D. students) or October 1st, 2026 (for candidates who have been just admitted to the Ph.D. School); fellowship initially for 6 months, with further extension until the date of project ending December, 2027). Salary PLN 1600 gross per month.

Qualifications:
The candidate should:
− be a Master‘s student or a second-cycle student in biology or related disciplines;
− be willing to work on the project for an average of 16 hours per week;
− demonstrate sufficient knowledge of cell culture, working in an aseptic environment, and have the ability to prepare solutions;
− demonstrate very good work organization,
− proficient in the English language.

Duties and responsibilities:
− Bringing Samples and isolating cells for culture
− apply a broad range of methods to pursue research objectives
− perform tasks related to laboratory operations

How to apply:

Please submit your application to the Project Leader, dr. Abdessamad Zerrouqi, e-mail: azerrouqi@wum.edu.pl or dr Beata Pyrzynska beata.pyrzynska@wum.edu.pl

− CV including candidate’s scientific degree, short description of methodologies and research activities

− copy of diploma,

− contact details of supervisors,

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