Assistant (f/m/x) in the Tumor Microenvironment Laboratory
City: Warsaw
Position: Assistant (f/m/x)
Scientific discipline: medical sciences
Announcement date: April 7th, 2026
Application deadline: April 21st, 2026
Expected date of competition results announcement: The first half of May 2026
Date of taking the position: May/June 2026
Link to page: Tumor Microenvironment Laboratory
Keywords: glioblastoma, cancer immunotherapy, extracellular vesicles, oncolytic viruses, organoids, NSG mouse models, flow cytometry, single-cell transcriptomics, spatial transcriptomics, proteomics, immunopeptidomics, multi-omic data.
The current research program of the Tumor Microenvironment Laboratory:
• investigation of tumor microenvironment biology, with particular emphasis on glioblastoma (GBM)
and glioblastoma stem-like cells (GSCs) that initiate tumor development;
• elucidation of the mechanisms governing interactions between tumor cells and the microenvironment;
• analysis of the role of extracellular vesicles in intercellular communication and modulation of the tumor microenvironment;
• development of novel therapeutic strategies, including approaches based on immunotherapy and oncolytic viruses;
• development and application of advanced experimental models, including 3D cultures, organoids, and in vivo models;
• integration of multi-omic data in translational glioblastoma research.
The area of the research in which the candidate would participate:
• studies on the role of the tumor microenvironment in regulating glioblastoma cell growth, plasticity,
and invasiveness;
• analysis of communication mechanisms between tumor cells and immune cells;
• development and application of ex vivo and in vivo models for the evaluation of novel immunotherapeutic strategies;
• analysis of molecular and cellular changes induced by anticancer therapies;
• identification of biomarkers of therapeutic response in glioblastoma using multi-omic approaches.
Description of job position activities:
• conducting research using 3D models, including organoids;
• participating in the design and implementation of in vivo studies, as well as collection and processing of biological material;
• preparing material for high-throughput analyses, including transcriptomic, and proteomic analyses;
• implementing new research technologies to improve the quality of scientific studies;
• active participation in the scientific activities of the Laboratory, the Institute, and the scientific community;
• active acquisition of research funding by preparation of grant applications in accordance with competition rules;
• active participation in the implementation of research projects;
• preparing reports on conducted research;
• analysis and presentation of the obtained data;
• preparation of manuscripts and their publication;
• preparation of conference presentations, and representing the Institute at scientific conferences;
• active participation in seminars, courses, and trainings.
Requirements:
• MSc degree (or equivalent) in medical sciences, biological sciences, or a related field;
• experience in molecular, cellular, and immunological techniques, including preparation of biological material for high-throughput analyses;
• experience in laboratory work involving cell culture, 3D models, and preparation of material for transcriptomic, proteomic, and immunological analyses;
• experience in working with animal models, including valid authorization to conduct experiments on laboratory animals;
• experience in the analysis and interpretation of biological, immunological, and omics data;
• documented activity in applying for research funding or participation in the preparation of grant applications;
• experience in developing research results and preparing reports and scientific manuscripts;
• independence and good organizational skills;
• creativity and ability to work in a team;
• indication of Mossakowski Medical Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences as the first place
of employment;
• fluency in English.
Additional requirements (desirable):
• familiarity with methods for preparing biological material for scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, and mass spectrometry-based proteomics;
• familiarity with ex vivo models used in cancer biology research, including 3D cultures, organoids, and oncolytic viruses;
• ability to analyze and present acquired results;
• knowledge of statistical and bioinformatic methods used in scientific research;
• documented participation in scientific conferences;
• authorship/co-authorship of scientific publications;
• ability to design, organize, and conduct scientific research and propose research hypotheses.
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 April 21st, 2026.
Please include the following job offer identification number in your application: SDI.111.5.2026.
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 first half of May 2026
Envisaged job starting date: May/June 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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