Oferty pracy w projektach finansowanych przez NCN

Nazwa jednostki: Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS – Warsaw, Inne oferty z tego miasta »
Nazwa stanowiska: Student scholarship
Wymagania:

Student Scholarship position available in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS within National Science Center OPUS 27 project no 2024/53/B/ST4/01213 entitled “Effect of lipid nanoparticles on the nanostructure of cell cytoplasm”.
Leader Dr inż. Karina Kwapiszewska, Team 10: Soft and Condensed Matter
Scientific profile of a candidate – R1 – First Stage Researcher

• Knowledge of fluorescence and biochemistry,
• Ability to communicate in English,
• Strong motivation to work and solving scientific problems, creativity, and analytical thinking.
Specific Requirements
At the starting date of the work within the project, the applicant should be a student of full-time first or second-cycle degree programmes or uniform Master’s studies at any university in Poland
Candidate needs to meet formal requirements:

Undergraduate Student
NCN scholarships may be awarded to individuals who are not PhD holders and are students of full-time first or second-cycle degree programmes or uniform Master’s studies at any university in Poland
According to REGULATIONS FOR AWARDING NCN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NCN-FUNDED RESEARCH PROJECTS: https://www.ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/pliki/uchwaly-rady/2024/uchwala25_2024-zal1_ang.pdf

Opis zadań:

Project description:
Lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) are crucial for delivering nucleic acids into cells, powering mRNA vaccines and gene editing. While generally considered low-toxic (>24h), we observed significant intracellular nanostructure remodeling and diffusion hindrance within 4 hours of LNP exposure. Using Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy (FCS), we found these disturbances far exceed those from other stressors. We hypothesize that LNP lipids interact with cell membranes, causing this remodeling, potentially impacting organelle health and cellular stress. This project will use a soft matter approach and high-throughput biochemical assays, to analyze LNP-cell interactions and their biological consequences. We aim to understand the physicochemical impact of LNPs on cell membranes (1-100nm scale) and connect these findings to standard toxicity measures. This research will reveal potential adverse LNP effects, crucial for both molecular biology and clinical applications.
Scientific discipline:
Chemistry: Physical chemistry
Physics: Biophysics

Key responsibilities include:
The responsibilities of the stipend holder will include:
1. Performing experiments (cytotoxic biochemical assays for microplate reader/flow cytometry)
2. Data analysis (calculating cytotoxicity).

Typ konkursu NCN: OPUS – ST
Termin składania ofert: 6 lutego 2026, 12:00
Forma składania ofert: email
Warunki zatrudnienia:

• Type of contract: temporary
• Status: Other
• Hours Per Week: 8
• Scholarship/month: 1 000 PLN
• Position starts on: 01.03.2026 (can be negotiated and adjusted)
• Planned period of contract: 24 months (with possible extensions)

Dodatkowe informacje:

We offer a scholarship position in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with monthly stipend of 1000 PLN financed from the NCN OPUS 27 project no 2024/53/B/ST4/01213 entitled “Effect of lipid nanoparticles on the nanostructure of cell cytoplasm”. The stipend is planned for 24 months with possible extensions.
Document confirming the status of a student (in accordance with the rules defined by National Science Center’s document REGULATIONS FOR AWARDING NCN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NCN-FUNDED RESEARCH PROJECTS) will be required before concluding the scholarship agreement.

Career development prospects at IPC PAS:
The selected student will gain valuable new knowledge and learn techniques that will strengthen their practical skill set. This project combines biophysics, nanotechnology, cell biology, and physical chemistry, offering a broad learning opportunity for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Participation in the research will also provide hands-on experience and the chance to complete an exciting thesis project. We intend to publish the results in prestigious, high-impact journals.
Recruitment procedure:
• The application deadline is on the 06.02.2026, 12:00 CET (UTC +1:00).
Applications should be sent to: mailto:rekrutacja@ichf.edu.pl
IMPORTANT! email subject: “Recruitment no 2/2026” (emails without this number will not be considered)
• The scholarship will be awarded in accordance with the rules defined by National Science Center’s document REGULATIONS FOR AWARDING NCN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NCN-FUNDED RESEARCH PROJECTS https://www.ncn.gov.pl/sites/default/files/pliki/uchwaly-rady/2024/uchwala25_2024-zal1_ang.pdf
• Top candidates can be invited for an online or in-person interview. We reserve the right to contact and reply to only selected candidates.
• The incomplete applications will not be considered
• The scholarship will be awarded to the person who obtains the highest number of points.
• The results of the competition are made public
• The results of the recruitment are planned to be announced on the 23.02.2026.
If the top candidate does not sign the contract due to the resignation, we reserve the right to choose the next candidate from the ranking list.
Key assessment criteria:
The recruitment committee shall evaluate the candidates’ research achievements, their research-related achievements and competencies as regards specific tasks in the research project, expressed as a point score:

• the candidate’s research achievements, including publications in prestigious academic press /journals (50% of the final score)
• research achievements, scholarships, awards and research experience gained in Poland or abroad, research workshops and training courses, participation in research projects (20% of the final score)
• the candidate’s competence to carry out specific tasks in the research project (30% of the final score)
Required documents :
Complete application should include the following items:
• cover letter,
• professional curriculum vitae with a list of scientific achievements (publications, patents, conference presentations, projects, etc.)
Dodatkowe informacje:
• Application Deadline: 06.02.2026, 12:00 CET (UTC +1:00)
• The results of the recruitment are planned to be announced on: 23.02.2026.
• For more details about the position:
Contact person: Karina Kwapiszewska
kkwapiszewska@ichf.edu.pl Phone: 0048 22 343 3127

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