Job Vacancy is announced
by the Director of Mossakowski Medical Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw
for the position of
assistant
in the Translational Platform for Regenerative Medicine
City: Warsaw
Position: assistant
Scientific discipline: medical sciences
Announcement date: September 22nd, 2025
Application deadline: October 6th, 2025
Expected date of competition results announcement: the second half of October 2025
Date of taking the position: November 2025
Link to page: Translational Platform for Regenerative Medicine
Keywords: assistant, mesenchymal stem cells, organotypic slice culture, flow cytometry.
The current research program of the Translational Platform for Regenerative Medicine.
In TPRM we conduct research on stem cells and their application in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Our work focuses on analyzing MSC–NSC interactions in the stem cell niche, developing 3D cultures (spheroids, biomimetic scaffolds), isolating MSC subpopulations with high regenerative potential, and studying extracellular vesicles (EVs) as carriers of biological information. We work with in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo models, using advanced molecular and cellular biology methods. Our goal is to develop new strategies to support nervous system regeneration. We offer attractive opportunities for professional growth for young researchers, PhD students, and specialists interested in stem cell biology, biomaterials, and translational medicine.
The area of the research in which the candidate would participate:
• basic research on mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSC) and neural stem cells (NSC);
• evaluation of the therapeutic potential of MSCs, NSCs, and extracellular vesicles derived from them.
Description of job position activities:
• conducting scientific research on cell cultures and organotypic slice cultures;
• implementing new research technologies to improve the quality of scientific studies;
• actively publishing scientific research results;
• preparing research projects to obtain funding;
• active participation in Laboratory seminars;
• representing the Laboratory at national and international scientific conferences.
Requirements for the position of assistant:
• master’s degree (or equivalent) in medical sciences, biological sciences, or related fields;
• minimum of 3 years’ experience working with human MSC and/or human NSC cultures;
• knowledge of techniques: isolation and culture of MSCs from Wharton’s jelly, culture of human NSCs and human vascular endothelial cells; flow cytometry, organotypic hippocampal slice culture, confocal microscopy, and basic molecular biology methods (RNA isolation, real-time PCR, Luminex);
• experience in carrying out research projects;
• documented active participation in national and international conferences and symposia;
• ability to design, organize, and conduct scientific research as well as formulate research hypotheses;
• independence and good work organization;
• ability to work in a team;
• fluent English;
• indicating the Mossakowski Medical Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences (MMRI PAS), as a first place of employment.
Additional requirements (preferred):
• knowledge of techniques for isolation and analysis of extracellular vesicles;
• original scientific publications, where the candidate is the first or co-first author.
We offer:
• full-time work contract;
• scientific development;
• attendance in conferences and internships;
• additional financial support from the social fund;
• chance of joining group life insurance, co-financing of a medical package, and co-financing of a Multisport card;
• friendly work environment.
Required documents:
• cover letter with information about scientific interests;
• CV containing information on education, scientific achievements, publications and previous jobs;
• a list of publications;
• a copy of the diploma confirming the possession of the required professional title or academic degree;
• documents confirming the fulfillment of other requirements specified in the announcement of the competition for the position of assistant.
How to apply:
The application should be addressed to the Director of MMRI PAS. The required documents in electronic form
(pdf format only) should be sent to the following e-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and must be received by the Institute by October 6th, 2025.
Please include the following job offer identification number in your application: SDI.111.7.2025.
The date of receipt of documents by MMRI PAS is decisive - the applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Anticipated result announcement date: the second half of October 2025.
Envisaged job starting date: November, 2025.
The competition is carried out following "Regulations of the employment for the scientific positions in MMRI PAS".
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