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Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development
level
manager (C level)
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
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PhD degree in biology, neurobiology, pharmacology, or related life sciences; additional academic titles or honors (e.g., honorary professor, visiting professor) are welcome.
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Minimum of 15 years of experience leading research teams, including at least 5 years in senior management roles within major scientific or industrial institutions (e.g., global pharmaceutical companies, research institutes).
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Proven scientific achievements, with at least 100 publications in JCR-listed journals, a total H-index ≥ 40, and at least 10,000 citations.
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Experience in conducting international research programs funded by the EU, IHI/IMI, NIH, or other international agencies, including managing large scientific consortia (minimum 3 partner countries).
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Documented collaboration with the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, including developing research strategies, scientific partnerships, and commercialization of research results.
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Ability to strategically plan the development of a research center, including building a project portfolio, securing external funding, and managing personnel with diverse scientific backgrounds.
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Teaching and mentoring experience at the university level (lectures, PhD supervision).
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Proficiency in English (C1/C2 level).
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Strong interpersonal and leadership skills enabling the creation of integrated multidisciplinary teams and collaboration with both public and private partners.
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience in creating or restructuring research units (e.g., centers of excellence, translational laboratories, R&D departments).
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Knowledge of modern methods in brain imaging, behavioral modeling, big data analysis, and artificial intelligence in biomedical research.
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Understanding of ethical and regulatory principles governing preclinical and clinical research.
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Participation in scientific boards, advisory committees, or strategic panels at the international level.
MINIMUM OPERATIONAL EXPECTATIONS:
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Presentation of a development vision for the Center of Excellence, including cooperation with universities, industry, and international partners.
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Availability to serve as Director for a minimum term of 5 years.
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Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Developmentinstitute description
daily tasks
Building the Center of Excellence
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Active involvement in the creation and scientific development of the Center, including integration of existing research groups on campus through mentoring and support for young researchers, promoting synergy, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Acting as a leader in shaping research policy to foster partnerships with the pharmaceutical sector.
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Implementing and monitoring quality standards (ISO, GLP, GMP).
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Defining and executing strategies to transition from basic through translational to clinical and applied research, including establishing and meeting joint performance indicators (KPIs).
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Introducing mechanisms to strengthen application-oriented competencies in proof-of-concept, technology validation, and development of demonstrators and prototypes.
Securing External Funding
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Attracting competitive research grants and contracts.
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Ensuring the Center operates as a financially self-sustaining unit, covering research, personnel, and operational costs.
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Efficient utilization of the Institute’s infrastructure (laboratories, administrative resources) and contributing to its maintenance, including personnel and advanced research equipment.
Building International Networks
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Strengthening internal collaboration (Łukasiewicz Research Network, WrocBiotechHub) and developing international partnerships in Europe and worldwide.
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Establishing long-term collaborations with universities, hospitals, and industry to enhance the Center’s visibility and impact.
Institutional Transformation
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Acting not only within one’s own research scope but also to raise the overall quality of life sciences research.
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Co-developing a long-term (5–10 years) scientific and financial strategy for the institution, setting research priorities aligned with the Institute’s mission and the expectations of the Łukasiewicz Network.
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Ensuring global recognition and visibility of both the Center and the Institute.
Sustainable Development and Long-Term Operations
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Ensuring the Center’s financial continuity, human resources, and infrastructure after the completion of grant funding.
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Establishing a management model involving the Institute’s leadership, regional authorities, and other stakeholders.
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Initiating strategic partnerships with industry, clinical institutions, and public organizations.
benefits
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Subsidized private medical care;
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Subsidized sports card;
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Option to join group life insurance;
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Financial support through the Employee Benefit Fund (for vacations and Christmas holidays);
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Free parking space;
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Employee referral program.
Institute
Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development
level
specialist (regular)
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field. • Good English skills, both spoken and written. • Understand principles of Mendelian genetics. • Familiarity with transgenic animal systems (e.g., Cre-Lox, cKO). • Certificate for working with laboratory animals (e.g., POLLASA) or willingness to obtain one. • Ability to perform genotyping (PCR and agarose gel electrophoresis). • Practical knowledge of standard laboratory equipment (autoclaves, pH meters, etc.) and procedures (buffer preparation, etc.). • Good computer skills, including MS Office and other data management/analysis programs. • Excellent communication skills, teamwork, adaptability, attention to detail, and time management.welcome
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Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Developmentinstitute description
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benefits
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Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development, Łukasiewicz – PORT Polski Ośrodek Rozwoju Technologii
level
specialist (regular)
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
- Secondary or higher education in a relevant field (e.g., medical analytics, laboratory technology, biotechnology, biology, or similar).
- Experience working in a histopathology laboratory.
- Proficiency in operating microtomes, staining equipment, and other histopathological instruments.
- Strong knowledge of histopathological procedures and aseptic techniques.
- High level of accuracy, reliability, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently manage tasks.
- Knowledge of immunohistochemical techniques and digital image analysis is an advantage.
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Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development, Łukasiewicz – PORT Polski Ośrodek Rozwoju Technologiiinstitute description
daily tasks
- Collection, trimming, and preparation of samples for histopathological analysis.
- Processing and embedding tissue samples in paraffin.
- Performing microtomy and preparing microscope slides.
- Biobanking of biological materials in compliance with the Biobank's internal procedures.
- Performing standard stains (e.g., hematoxylin and eosin) and specialized stains (e.g., immunohistochemical stains, PAS).
- Calibrating and optimizing staining protocols.
- Operating microscopes, microtomes, automatic staining stations, and other laboratory equipment.
- Conducting regular inspections and maintaining equipment in accordance with established procedures.
- Ensuring accurate documentation of sample preparation and analysis processes.
- Digitizing histopathological slides and uploading them into the Biobank Research Group database system.
- Collaborating closely with pathologists.
- Preparing detailed reports.
- Adhering to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensuring that all activities comply with relevant regulations and ethical standards.
- Providing support in the implementation of experimental pathology projects within the Łukasiewicz-PORT Biobank Research Group.
- Collaborating with team members to develop the Digital Biobank.
benefits
- Fixed-term employment contract on the position of Specialist (1/2 working time);
- Work in a scientific and research organization focused on the implementation of innovative prestigious research and development projects;
- Co-financing for private medical care;
- Co-financing for a sports card;
- Possibility to join group life insurance;
- Co-financing under the Social Benefits Fund (for holidays and Christmas);
- Work on the territory of a green science campus;
- Free parking space.
Institute
Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development, Łukasiewicz – PORT Polski Ośrodek Rozwoju Technologii
level
starszy specjalista (senior), starszy specjalista (senior)
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
- D. in Virology or Molecular Biology or relevant fields.
- at least one first-author peer-reviewed research article.
- Experience in viral culture (lentiviral-based vectors or others).
- Experience in molecular biology techniques (molecular cloning, PCR, RT-PCR, qPCR).
- Experience in any “omics” approach.
- Experience in cell culture.
- Enthusiastic about learning (new knowledge and techniques).
- Task-oriented person and a team worker.
- Good communication skills in English (written and spoken).
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- Experience working in the BSL3 lab (Preferences).
- Experience in generating high-throughput sequencing libraries (Preferences).
job description
institute name
Łukasiewicz – PORT Polish Center for Technology Development, Łukasiewicz – PORT Polski Ośrodek Rozwoju Technologiiinstitute description
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benefits
- Full-time employment on the position of Senior Specialist – Research Engineer;
- Work in a scientific and research organization focused on the implementation of innovative prestigious research and development projects;
- Co-financing for private medical care;
- Co-financing for a sports card;
- Possibility to join group life insurance;
- Co-financing under the Social Benefits Fund (for holidays and Christmas);
- Work on the territory of a green science campus;
- Free parking space.
Institute
Łukasiewicz – Polish Technology Development Centre
level
specialist (regular)
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
- Higher education in electronics, materials engineering, physics, chemistry, or a related field
- Knowledge in microelectronics, photonics, nanotechnology, or semiconductor physics
- Good command of English, sufficient for working with technical documentation, reading scientific literature, and communicating on technical and scientific topics
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently organize tasks
- Readiness to learn and willingness to take on new challenges
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- Experience working in a clean room laboratory or in semiconductor/photonic technologies using techniques such as optical or e-beam lithography, plasma or wet etching, and thin-film deposition (PVD, CVD, ALD)
- Ability to operate specialized research and technological equipment
- Skills in maintenance and repair of research and technological equipment
- Experience in R&D projects
job description
institute name
Łukasiewicz – Polish Technology Development Centreinstitute description
daily tasks
- Execution of research assignments: both internal and for external clients
- Ensuring selected research equipment remains in operational readiness
- Performing basic service tasks under the supervision of experienced specialists
- Operating research equipment, including (depending on acquired competencies) optical lithography systems, plasma etching tools (ICP-RIE), thin-film deposition systems (magnetron sputtering, electron-beam evaporation, ALD), and ellipsometers
- Documenting and reporting completed technological processes
- Contributing to the implementation of scientific and development projects
- Participation in activities related to the development of integrated photonic circuit technologies
- Compliance with health and safety standards and clean room laboratory procedures
benefits
- Full-time employment contract for a fixed term in the position of Specialist.
- Subsidized private medical care.
- Subsidized sports card.
- Possibility to join group life insurance.
- Social Benefits Fund (holiday and Christmas allowances).
- Free parking space.
- Employee referral program.
Institute
Łukasiewicz – Polish Technology Development Centre
level
Specialist, specialist (regular)
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
- Problem-solving skills and ability to make quick and accurate decisions.
- Very good computer skills (incl. MS Office package).
- Good organizational skills.
- Teamwork skills and strong communication abilities.
- Stress resistance and ability to work under time pressure.
- Communicative knowledge of English.
- Category B driving license.
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The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Electrical Engineering
level
Specialist
expiration date of the offer
-mandatory requirements
1) University degree, secondary education and 2 years’ professional experience or secondary vocational education and 2 years’ professional experience; 2) Knowledge of materials engineering, ceramic technologies, electrical engineering; 3) Ability to perform material property measurements and strength tests; 4) Language skills at B1 level; 5) Independence, initiative, good work organisation.welcome
1) 5 years' professional experience in the following fields: materials engineering, electrical engineering, power engineering, ceramics; 2) Experience in research and development (R&D) projects and measurement experience in research: materials, electrical, mechanical.job description
Job Description
The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Electrical Engineering is a state legal entity and a leading institution in Poland specializing in collaboration with industry, focused on the design and improvement of electrical engineering products being manufactured and operated. More information: www.iel.lukasiewicz.gov.pl/en/
The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Electrical Engineering offers a unique opportunity for professional development and the chance to take on challenges in the professional sphere, participate in shaping the positive image of the brand, and work in the research and development sector focused on building a bridge between science and industry.
- job location: The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Electrical Engineering, ul. M. Skłodowskiej-Curie 55/61, 50-369 Wrocław;
- Specialist in the support division of the Research Group for Materials Manufacturing Technology (GTW)
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- 1 full time equivalent;
- job description/working conditions: Rooms, positions lit by natural and artificial light. Office work at a visual display unit, working in the designated region.
If you are interested, please apply via the APPLY button or to the following e-mail address praca@iel.lukasiewicz.gov.pl by 24 April 2025. Only the selected candidates will be contacted. The employer reserves the right to close the recruitment without selecting a candidate and without giving any reason and to extend the deadline for applications. Information on the outcome of the recruitment will be announced on the Institute’s website. Additional information is available at www.iel.lukasiewicz.gov.pl and via e-mail: praca@iel.lukasiewicz.gov.pl. .gov.pl oraz pod adresem e-mail: praca@iel.lukasiewicz.gov.pl.
institute name
The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Electrical Engineeringinstitute description
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benefits
1) Stable employment based on an employment contract; 2) Possibility of preferential insurance: medical (with subsidy) and life insurance; 3) Sports card; 4) Holiday subsidy; 5) Flexible start of working hours within the permitted range of hours.Not on the list of your dream item?
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High-budget projects, state-of-the-art equipment and international research teams – join Łukasiewicz!
work on ambitious
and prestigious R&D projects
We carry out ambitious research projects on a large, international scale and with high commercialisation potential.
you will stand shoulder to shoulder
with excellent scientists
4500 experts in various fields already work with us.
State-of-the-art research equipment
unique on a national scale
We work in 400 laboratories across Poland. Many of them are the best equipped research facilities in the country.
remuneration
at the European level
Competitive salaries, comparable to those in other research units in Europe. Bonuses for commercialisation of R&D work.
many opportunities
for professional development
Implementation doctorates, Łukasiewicz Accelerator and numerous internal talent development programmes.
Packages
of employee benefits
Financing of healthcare and sports activities, as well as additional insurance packages are our standards.
self-development
We support your ideas
With us, you can develop and finance your own R&D projects through a number of internal Łukasiewicz’s programmes, including:
Łukasiewicz Accelerator
Łukasiewicz Accelerator At Łukasiewicz, we support entrepreneurial teams in setting up capital companies. Thanks to a carefully prepared program, Accelerator participants learn how to set up and run their own companies from the best business professionals. At the end of each edition, we organize a public Demo Day, during which teams present themselves to experts, investors, and the media.
Programmes of Łukasiewicz
Programmes of Łukasiewicz Within this activity, we finance promising R&D projects in areas crucial for developing the Polish economy. Which original solutions will receive significant financial support depends on the determination of our employees.
Base of sources of financing
The base of sources of financing A team of over a dozen people is dedicated to finding funding opportunities for our researchers’ ideas daily. Thanks to them, you can work on their development without worrying about budget issues.
