Job Information
Organisation/Company: Łukasiewicz PORT
Research Field: Biological sciences » Other
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions: Master Positions
Application Deadline: 9 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
Country: Poland
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Other EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Offer Description
The Senior Genomics Specialist will be responsible for the implementation and development of human genomics activities within the Genetic and Microbiological Diagnostics Laboratory and the G4PL "Genomics for Poland" project, co-funded by the European Union under the European Funds for a Modern Economy Programme 2021-2027.
The successful candidate will participate in the design, implementation, and supervision of genomic workflows, including preparation of biological material for next-generation sequencing (NGS), quality control of input material and output data, interpretation of results, and development of laboratory quality standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring the high quality of genomic data generated within the G4PL project, as well as in strengthening the laboratory’s research, development, and service capabilities.
The Senior Genomics Specialist will actively collaborate with laboratory staff, bioinformaticians, and G4PL consortium partners in the development, harmonization, and optimization of genomic analysis processes. The role also involves participation in research and development projects, implementation of novel genomic methods, and transfer of research outcomes into scientific, clinical, and applied settings.
Where to apply
Requirements
Research Field: Biological sciences
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Specific Requirements
- Master's degree or PhD in medical biotechnology, molecular biology, genetics, biology, laboratory diagnostics, or a related field;
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in R&D activities related to genomics, molecular genetics, or next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies;
- Participation as an active team member in at least two research and development projects;
- Co-authorship of scientific publications (minimum of 5 scored publications, including at least one publication ranked within the top 10% of journals in its field or industry reports relevant to the Institute's research directions);
- Experience in NGS library preparation and operation of laboratory workflows related to sequencing technologies;
- Knowledge of molecular biology methods used in genomics, including nucleic acid isolation and quality assessment, PCR/qPCR, and library preparation for both short-read and long-read sequencing technologies;
- Experience in the analysis and interpretation of NGS results;
- Understanding of the operation of research and/or diagnostic laboratories, including work performed according to quality management procedures;
- Ability to maintain laboratory and project documentation;
- Independence, attention to detail, responsibility, and strong organizational skills;
- Experience in implementing research and development projects;
- English language proficiency at a minimum B1/B2 level, allowing effective scientific communication and use of specialist literature.
NICE TO HAVE:
- Experience in collaboration with industry partners, particularly in projects focused on implementation and commercialization of research results;
- Experience working with clinical samples and whole genome sequencing (WGS) projects;
- Knowledge of pathogenic variant interpretation, including variant calling, annotation, variant classification, and reference databases;
- Experience in metagenomic analyses, microbiology, or molecular epidemiology;
- Familiarity with quality standards used in diagnostic laboratories (e.g., PN-EN ISO/IEC 17025, PN-EN ISO 15189).
Additional Information
Benefits
- Full-time employment under a fixed-term employment contract as a Senior Specialist;
- Opportunity to work in a modern laboratory with access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure;
- Co-financing of private medical care;
- Co-financing of sports activities;
- Opportunity to join a group life insurance plan;
- Benefits funded under the Company's Social Benefits Fund (including vacation subsidies and Christmas benefits);
- Free parking space;
- Employee referral program.
Additional comments
Daily Responsibilities
- Execute and supervise human genomics processes, with a particular focus on next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies;
- Plan and coordinate preparation of biological material for genomic analyses, including quality control of samples and NGS libraries;
- Oversee the proper execution of sequencing-related laboratory workflows and monitor quality parameters;
- Interpret genomic analysis results in collaboration with the bioinformatics team;
- Participate in the development, implementation, and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality management documentation;
- Represent Łukasiewicz – PORT in interinstitutional working groups of the G4PL consortium, particularly in the areas of genomic process standardization, data quality, and development of the national genomics infrastructure;
- Collaborate with partner laboratories in harmonizing research methodologies, sharing expertise, and implementing good laboratory practices;
- Participate in the validation and implementation of new genomic methods and technologies;
- Prepare reports, analyses, project documentation, and materials supporting ongoing research and development projects;
- Provide scientific and technical support for service and R&D activities in genomics and molecular biology;
- Monitor emerging scientific and technological trends in genomics and initiate activities facilitating their implementation within the laboratory.
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Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Sieć Badawcza Łukasiewicz - PORT Polski Ośrodek Rozwoju Technologii
Country: Poland
Contact
City: Wrocław
Website: https://port.lukasiewicz.gov.pl/
Street: Stabłowicka 147
