Mass Spectrometry Expert

Łukasiewicz – PORT Polski Ośrodek Rozwoju Technologii; Polska; On-site; PLN 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-financing of private medical care

Co-financing of sports and wellness

Group life insurance

Social Benefits Fund (holiday and Xmas

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Łukasiewicz PORT is seeking an experienced Expert LC-MS/MS Scientist to join the P4Health Bioanalytics Platform. The role focuses on proteomics and metabolomics, developing advanced mass spectrometry workflows to support neuroscience, oncology, immunology, and biomarker discovery. You will work with international researchers and maintain instrumentation, contributing to method transfer and validation. English proficiency is essential. The position is based in Poland.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses using LC-MS/MS focusing on proteomics and metabolomics.
• Develop, transfer, and validate analytical workflows and methods.
• Maintain LC-MS/MS instrumentation and perform routine QC.
• Interpret complex LC-MS/MS datasets and report findings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on national and international projects.

Skills

LC-MS/MS expertise

Mass spectrometry data analysis

English proficiency

Analytical method development

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related life sciences

Tools

Xcalibur

Proteome Discoverer

Compound Discoverer

PEAKS

LabSolutions Insight

Job description

Organisation/Company Łukasiewicz PORT Department P4Health Research Field Chemistry » Biochemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 26 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country Poland Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

P4Health - Centre of Excellence for Precise Phenotyping and BioDataBanking is a newly established Centre of Excellence dedicated to advancing Predictive, Preventive, Personalised and Participatory (P4) Medicine through cutting-edge biomedical research, technological innovation, and translational science. Established within the Horizon Europe Teaming for Excellence programme, P4Health integrates state-of-the-art research platforms with clinical collaboration to accelerate the discovery, validation, and implementation of novel diagnostic and therapeutic solutions.

As part of the Centre's rapidly expanding Bioanalytics Platform, we are seeking an experienced Expert LC-MS/MS Scientist to strengthen our capabilities in proteomics and metabolomics. The successful candidate will play a leading role in developing advanced mass spectrometry-based analytical workflows supporting multidisciplinary research projects in neuroscience, oncology, immunology, precision medicine, and biomarker discovery. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a world-class analytical infrastructure while collaborating with internationally recognised researchers and clinical partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting qualitative and quantitative analyses using LC-MS/MS, with a primary focus on proteomics and metabolomics research, including:
  • Preparation of biological and environmental samples and operation of LC-MS/MS instrumentation,
  • Processing, interpretation, and reporting of complex LC-MS/MS datasets,
  • Development, optimization, transfer, and validation of analytical workflows and methods.
• Ensuring the optimal performance of LC-MS/MS instrumentation through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and implementation of quality control procedures.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of innovative analytical approaches and research methodologies in the fields of proteomics and metabolomics.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams on national and international research projects and research and development (R&D) activities.
• Keeping abreast of the latest scientific and technological developments in proteomics and metabolomics, with a particular focus on mass spectrometry-based methodologies.

Remuneration: 26,000,00 PLN gross

We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all nationalities, genders, and backgrounds.

• PhD in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS instrumentation (including high-resolution mass spectrometry platforms) in a research, academic, or industrial environment.
• Strong expertise in liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques.
• Proven ability to interpret mass spectra and analyze complex datasets, including proficiency in software platforms such as Xcalibur, Proteome Discoverer, Compound Discoverer, PEAKS, and LabSolutions Insight.
• Demonstrated experience in analytical method development, optimization, transfer, and validation.
• Strong scientific background in proteomics and metabolomics applications.
• Proficiency in English sufficient for working with technical documentation, scientific publications, and international research collaborations.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams.

Specific Requirements

• Scientific publication record in the fields of proteomics, metabolomics, analytical chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Experience in collaborative research projects involving academia, industry, or research institutes.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Chemistry » Biochemistry Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Additional Information

• Integration into the newly founded P4Health Center of Excellence
• Participation in international conferences and workshops
• Opportunity to collaborate with an experienced scientific team, with structured support for scientific and career development.
• Co-financing of private medical care.
• Co-financing of a sports and wellness card.
• Option to enrol in group life insurance.
• Co-financing through the Social Benefits Fund (including holiday and Christmas benefits).
• Work in a modern, green science campus environment.
• Free on-site parking.

Selection process

• Selection of CVs and application documents (screening).
• Contacting selected candidates and conducting interviews.
• Interview, evaluation and selection of the best candidate.
• Decision and submission of a job offer.