Junior researcher / assistant

University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Chemistry; Polska; On-site; PLN 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Chemistry is seeking a Junior Researcher/Scientific Assistant for the Horizon Europe project. You will design, synthesize and analyze peptides for covalent attachment to polymeric foils and trays, purify the compounds, and fully characterize them.

You will also optimize attachment and release conditions on surfaces. The role requires Master’s degree or equivalent, strength in peptide chemistry and biochemistry, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in chemistry or related field.
• Experience in peptide chemistry and biochemistry.
• Experience in synthesis and analysis of peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Familiarity with HPLC and mass spectrometry.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, good English.
• Proficiency with basic software tools (MS Office, ChemDraw, ChemBioDraw, Origin).

Responsibilities

• Design, synthesize and analyze peptides for covalent attachment to surfaces.
• Modify compounds with reactive groups and purify final products.
• Characterize compounds fully and confirm sequences.
• Optimize conditions for attachment to polymeric surfaces and controlled release.
• Collaborate with team and participate in project meetings.

Skills

peptide chemistry

peptide synthesis

organic synthesis

HPLC

mass spectrometry

team work

English proficiency

MS Office

ChemDraw

Origin

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

ChemDraw

ChemBioDraw

Origin

MS Office

Job description

University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Chemistry

Organisation/Company University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Chemistry Department Faculty of Chemistry Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistry Technology » Materials technology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Research Support Positions Application Deadline 30 Nov 2026 - 23:50 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - EIC Reference Number 101223372 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Competition for the position of junior researcher/scientific assistant in the HORIZON Europe project.
The position includes tasks related to the design, synthesis and analysis of peptides for covalent attachemant to polymeric foils and trays. The candidate will be responsible for obtaining compounds with a specific sequence, their modification with reactive chemical group(s), their purification and full characterization of the final compounds. Additional tasks include the elaboration and optimization of the conditions necessary for effective and controlled attachment of the obtained compounds to the surface of polymeric material and their release at defined conditions.

Requirements

Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistry Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of peptide chemistry and biochemistry;
• experience in the synthesis and analysis of peptides and peptidomimetics
• experience in organic synthesis
• knowledge of separation and analytical techniques, especially high-performance liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry;
• independence in research work and the ability to work in a team,
• willingness to improve their scientific skills,
• very good command of English, both spoken and written;
• ability to use MS Office, ChemDraw, ChemBioDraw, Origin

Languages POLISH Level Excellent

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Chemistry » Organic chemistryTechnology » Materials technology Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

Selection process

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCESS
The evaluation process will be carried out in two stages.
The first stage will be based on the analysis of the submitted documents.
In the second stage, the best candidates will be invited to a 20-minute interview (preferably in person, but online interviews are also acceptable) in English.
If the successful candidate does not accept the position, it will be offered to the next person on the recruitment list. The condition for the validity of the competition results is the Rector's approval.

Additional comments

NOTE:

The employer does not provide accommodation.

The date of employment (the signing of the employment contract) may be postponed in order to align with the date of signing the contract with the financing institution.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Chemistry Country Poland City Gdańsk Postal Code 80-309 Street Wita Stwosza 63 Geofield