Competition for the position of Research Fellow in the Department of Hybrid and Analytical Microbiosystems at the Nalecz Institute of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, Polish Academy of Sciences (full-time position)
Research in Department I concerns advanced electrochemical and optoelectronic bioanalytical technologies, including biosensors and microcircuits designed for multiparameter biochemical analysis in biomedical applications such as body fluid studies and in vitro cell culture monitoring. Current work on bioanalytical microtools focuses on the development of novel DNA-based bioreceptors, surface biofunctionalisation for creating bioreceptor layers, and the detection of selected markers of various diseases—including neurodegenerative and autoimmune disorders. We also investigate the determination of protein products and metabolites related to protein metabolism, as well as other bioactive compounds, including pharmaceuticals.
Scope of research to be carried out by the employee
The planned work involves research and development on the development of biosensors and new bioreceptor layers, enabling protein characterisation, analysis of molecular interactions in bioreceptor-analyte systems, and the use of optical and electrochemical methods, with special regard to surface plasmon resonance. Techniques available in the laboratory include surface plasmon resonance and electrochemical methods, such as impedance spectroscopy, FTIR spectrometry, and UV-Vis spectrophotometry.
The planned work includes research and development aimed at creating biosensors and new bioreceptor layers for specific protein detection and for analysing molecular interactions within bioreceptor–analyte (small/large systems). The project will employ both optical and electrochemical approaches, including surface plasmon resonance. The laboratory is equipped with surface plasmon resonance instrumentation as well as a range of electrochemical techniques, such as impedance spectroscopy, FTIR spectrometry, and UV–Vis spectrophotometry.
Requirements for the candidate:
Education
Academic degree: PhD in one of the following disciplines: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Sciences, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Area of interest/specialisation: Analytical Chemistry, Biosensors, Biomeasurements, Surface Biofunctionalisation.
Scientific/professional accomplishments:
At least 5 scientific publications in journals listed in the JCR (Journal Citation Reports).
Experience
• Advanced knowledge in biosensing and biomeasurements, in particular related to analytical chemistry, clinical chemistry, materials engineering, chemical engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with electrochemical, spectroscopic, and microscopic techniques.
• Laboratory experience, including theoretical and experimental studies of intermolecular interactions using optical methods, particularly surface plasmon resonance.
• Strong skills in experimental design and data analysis.
• Ability to prepare scientific publications and actively participate in conferences.
Additional requirements
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Creativity, independence, and responsibility.
• Strong communication skills.
The Institute Offers:
• Work in a young, dynamic team,
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement,
• Opportunities for academic growth with the prospect of pursuing academic degrees,
• Stable employment under an employment contract and access to a healthcare package in PZU Zdrowie,
• Base salary: PLN 6,840.10 gross, additional benefits include seniority bonus, annual bonuses.
• 36 days holiday,
• Subsidised vacation leave for employees and their children (“vacation subsidy”), and financial support for nursery and preschool care.
Candidates are requested to submit the following documents:
1. CV, cover letter, copies of diplomas, and other documents confirming their qualifications.
2. A record of scientific, teaching, implementation, and organisational achievements, including:
a. A list of publications (books, journal articles, conference papers) as well as patents, patent applications, and major research works applied in clinical practice.
b. Copies of two of the candidate’s own scientific publications in journals indexed in the list of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education (MNiSW).
c. A list of research projects carried out, including funding sources and financial details (e.g., NCN, NCBR, MNiSW research projects, EU program projects, work commissioned by industry).
d. A list of projects conducted in collaboration with international research partners.
e. A list of national and international scientific societies and committees of which the candidate is or has been a member.
f. A statement from the candidate confirming that, if selected, IBBE PAS will be their primary place of employment.
3. Candidates are requested to include a statement of consent for the processing of personal data for this recruitment process, using the following wording:
Wyrażam zgodę na przetwarzanie moich danych osobowych przez Instytut Biocybernetyki i Inżynierii Biomedycznej im. Macieja Nałęcza PAN z siedzibę przy ul. Księcia Trojdena 4, 02-109 Warszawa, w celach rekrutacyjnych. Dane osobowe przetwarzane będą na podstawie art. 6 ust. 1 lit. a Rozporządzenia Parlamentu Europejskiego i Rady (UE) 2016/679 z dnia 27 kwietnia 2016 r. w sprawie ochrony osób fizycznych w związku z przetwarzaniem danych osobowych i w sprawie swobodnego przepływu takich danych oraz uchylenia dyrektywy 95/46/WE (ogólne rozporządzenie o ochronie danych Dz. U. UE.L.2016.119.1 z dnia 4 maja 2016 r.). Jednocześnie wyrażam zgodę na przetwarzanie moich danych osobowych w celu przyszłych rekrutacji.
I consent to the processing of my personal data by the Nalecz Institute of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, Polish Academy of Sciences (IBBE PAS), located at ul. Księcia Trojdena 4, 02-109 Warsaw, for recruitment purposes. Personal data will be processed in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation, Official Journal of the EU L.2016.119.1 of 4 May 2016). I also consent to the processing of my personal data for the purposes of future recruitment.
4. The above documents may be submitted either digitally by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or in paper form to the Human Resources Department of the Nalecz Institute of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering, Polish Academy of Sciences (IBBE PAS), ul. Księcia Trojdena 4, Warsaw (02-109), Poland.
5. Candidates may be asked to deliver a lecture on their research and to attend an interview with the Selection Committee.
The results of the recruitment process will be announced by November 28th 2025.
