Marcin Poręba

Wrocław University of Science and Technology is recruiting for a Research Assistant Professor (Post-doc) within the Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Chemical Biology and Bioimaging. The position is part of the NCN OPUS-LAP project Dissecting cancer activome to develop new generation of antibody-drug conjugates , led by Prof. Marcin Poręba at WUST. The work is situated at the interface of chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry, and cancer research, with a strong applied focus on antibody-drug conjugates and their cytotoxicity against cancer cells. The successful candidate will join a research team working on scientific research tasks including cytotoxicity studies of antibody-drug conjugates and preparation of publications . The role is research-focused and advertised as a post-doc / assistant professor-level temporary appointment. The planned employment period is 2026-11-01 to 2027-06-30 (8 months), full-time, 40 hours per week. Funding is provided through the NCN OPUS-LAP project (not funded by the EU research framework programme). The remuneration is approximately 8,900 PLN gross per month , with additional benefits including a 13th salary and employee capital plan , bringing the approximate overall gross monthly value to 11,666 PLN . Eligibility is targeted to candidates with a PhD in immunology, biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related field , obtained in 2019 or later . Applicants should have practical experience in biochemistry and molecular biology , including Western blot , SDS-PAGE , and cell culture . Strong skills in analytical software/techniques, MS Office or equivalent office tools, and illustration software such as BioRender are expected. Fluent spoken and written English is required. Additional NCN post-doc conditions apply, including that the PhD must have been awarded by another institution and that the candidate must not receive conflicting remuneration during the employment period. Applications should be submitted by 2026-09-15 at 3:00 pm (Europe/Warsaw) . Required documents include an application letter, CV, degree proof, a self-report on research/teaching/organizational activities, publication list, description of scientific internships, and statements confirming compliance with the legal and recruitment requirements. Applications may be sent in Polish or English by email or traditional mail to the Faculty of Chemistry. The reference number AD21/W3/09/2026 should be included in the email subject or application materials. The position is based at Wroclaw University of Science and Technology in Wroclaw, Poland . The university emphasizes open, transparent, and merit-based recruitment and notes opportunities for scientific development, teaching, and international cooperation.