Assistant (f/m/x) in the Department of Neuropeptides
City: Warsaw
Position: Assistant (f/m/x)
Scientific discipline: medical sciences
Announcement date: June 16th, 2026
Application deadline: July 1st, 2026
Expected date of competition results announcement: the second half of July 2026
Anticipated start date: August 2026
Link to page: Department of Neuropeptides
Keywords: peptides, pain, analgesic compounds, organic synthesis.
The current research program of the Department of Neuropeptides:
● search for new active substances for the treatment of acute, chronic, and neuropathic pain;
● search for new active substances with anticancer activity;
● search for new active substances inhibiting MRGPRX2 receptor activation;
● development of peptide synthesis techniques.
The area of the research in which the candidate would participate:
● design and synthesis of modified peptides with potential activity at GPCRs, particularly opioid receptors;
● synthesis of novel building blocks (amino acid derivatives) for use in solid-phase peptide synthesis.
Description of job position activities:
● design and synthesis of peptides, peptidomimetics, and small molecules with potential biological activity;
● purification of synthesized compounds using chromatographic methods, including preparative HPLC;
● performance and interpretation of analytical characterization of newly synthesized compounds;
● participation in the biological evaluation of synthesized compounds;
● implementing new research technologies and methods to improve the quality of scientific research;
● active acquisition of research funding by preparation of grant applications in accordance with competition rules;
● active participation in the implementation of research projects, following the requirements of the financing institution;
● preparing reports on conducted research;
● analyzing, developing, and presenting the obtained data;
● preparation of manuscripts and their publication;
● active participation in seminars, courses, and trainings;
● active participation in the scientific activities of the Department, the Institute, and the scientific community.
Requirements:
● Master's degree (or equivalent) in medical sciences, biological sciences, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field;
● at least three years of laboratory experience in organic chemistry and/or medicinal chemistry, including general organic synthesis, basic instrumental analysis, and characterization of organic compounds;
● experience in compound purification using conventional column chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography;
● documented scientific activity (e.g., in the form of published materials, presentations, reports, abstracts, certificates, or official statements);
● knowledge of statistical methods used in science;
● interest and predisposition to scientific work, availability and teamwork skills;
● good organizational skills and openness to new challenges;
● fluency in English, both spoken and written;
● indication of Mossakowski Medical Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences as the first place
of employment.
Additional requirements (desirable):
● authorship/co-authorship of scientific publications in organic and/or medicinal chemistry;
● experience in applying for grant projects;
● ability to analyze and present acquired results;
● ability to work in a team, design, organize, and conduct scientific research;
● knowledge of asymmetric synthesis;
● knowledge of chiral chromatography;
● experience in solid-phase peptide synthesis using a microwave peptide synthesizer;
● knowledge of the design and investigation, including biological evaluation, of active compounds targeting GPCR-family receptors.
We offer:
● employment at one of the leading scientific institutions in Poland;
● employment contract (full-time position);
● opportunity for scientific development and independence in project management for which funding was obtained independently by the candidate;
● participation in the implementation of other projects;
● opportunity to attend conferences and to participate in internships abroad;
● additional support from the social fund (i.e. support in difficult life situations, childcare subsidies and low interest loans);
● possibility to join Employee Capital Plans (PPK);
● additional benefits such as opportunity to join a group life insurance program, medical service package, and a Multisport card on preferential terms;
● work in a good team, in a nice atmosphere;
● friendly work environment.
Required documents:
● cover letter with information about scientific interests;
● curriculum vitae containing information on education, scientific achievements, and previous jobs;
● 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.
How to apply:
The application should be addressed to the Director of Mossakowski Medical Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences. 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 July 1st, 2026.
Please include the following job offer identification number in your application: SDI.111.10.2026.
The date of receipt of documents by IMDiK PAN is decisive - the applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Anticipated result announcement date: the second half of July 2026
Anticipated start date: August 2026
The competition is carried out following the Employment Rules and Regulations for the position of the Researcher in MMRI PAS.
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