Research Assistant position in the Laboratory of RNA Biology – ERA Chairs Group (Technical Support LRB)

16 May 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Department

Laboratory of RNA Biology - ERA Chairs Group

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology
Chemistry » Biochemistry

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Poland

Application Deadline

5 Jun 2023 - 23:55 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Jul 2023

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Laboratory of RNA Biology – ERA Chairs Group https://bit.ly/3F3BPsG at the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw (IIMCB) headed by Prof. Andrzej Dziembowski, is inviting applications for a Technical Support. You will join the Team of the Research Task entitled “Horizon for Excellence in messenger RNA applications in immunoOncology” (WIB-1/2020-O11) financed by the Virtual Research Institute (WIB) from the Polish Science Fund. The primary objective of this Research Team is to develop a highly effective therapeutic mRNA design and apply it for cancer immunotherapy. The Research Task will be carried out by a team of scientists from the IIMCB (coordinator), the University of Warsaw, the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences and the Medical University of Warsaw

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry » Biochemistry

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

As a Technician, you will be responsible for support for microscopic experiments. Role in the Research Task: Technical Support.

Specific Requirements

Requirements for the candidate:

1. Holds MSc or PhD (preferably in biological sciences or a related discipline).

2. Has experience working with nucleic acids and primary cell culture.

3. Has experience in high-throughput microscopy.

4. Has excellent interpersonal skills, initiative and ability to work independently and in a highperformance team.

5. Has the ability to communicate (in English) complex information clearly, orally and in writing.

6. Is commitment, reliability, accuracy and timeliness in the implementation of tasks.

7. Has analytical and forward-thinking skills. 8. Has to comply with the non-compete policy in accordance with the WIB Program guidelines.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Biological sciences » BiologyChemistry » Biochemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:

1. Full employment contract initially for 12 months and extending up to 4 years or more (if an extension is granted).

2. Competitive salary.

3. Benefits including reduced-rate for an individual private medical care package and membership in the MultiSport programme.

4. Full technical, administrative and organizational support from professional English-speaking personnel.

5. Participation in courses, scientific trainings and support from peers.

Eligibility criteria

Selection criteria:

1. Experience in laboratory work, in particular of the techniques used in the project

2. Precision and accuracy in laboratory work as well as in tasks related to documentation of experiments and administrative aspects of conducting research

3. Soft skills - command of English, cover letter, communication skills, ability to work in a team, willingness to learn new things and take on challenges, ability to work independently and to think analytically

Selection process

Candidates will be selected in an open competition, according to the procedure complying with the rules of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as a part of HR Excellence in Research strategy https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/careereducation/hr-excellence-in-research

Additional comments

How to apply:

1. Apply now to [email protected]

2. In the subject include "LRB Technical Support WIB" and your first and last name

3. Your application must be submitted in English and should contain a CV, a motivation letter with description of your key achievements, and contact details (e-mail and telephone number) of least two potential referees, including one of your direct supervisor. 4. Please include the following statement in your CV: “I hereby agree to the processing of my personal data, included in the application documents by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw, 4 Księcia Trojdena Street, 02-109 Warsaw, for the purpose of carrying out the current recruitment process.” Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment procedure by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw. Full information is available under the link https://bit.ly/3UFWpY2 The competition may be extended until a candidate who fulfils all the requirements.

Website for additional job details

https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/research/41-laboratory-of-rna-biology-era-chairs-gr…

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw

Country

Poland

City

Warsaw

Postal Code

02-109

Street

ks. Trojdena 2

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Warsaw

Website

https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/

Street

4, Ks. Trojdena

Postal Code

02-109

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED