Staff Scientist [Bioinformatics/Metagenomics] (permanent position)

Małopolska Centre of Biotechnology, Jagiellonian University
Małopolska Centre of Biotechnology
Polska Kraków

Description

We are looking for a Staff Scientist (permanent position) to join my research group at MCB JU in Kraków and take a leading role in some of the most exciting international consortia in (meta-)genomics. If you are passionate about large-scale data, global health, and cutting-edge AI, this role is for you.
- Coordinate our group’s activities and collaborations within the prestigious MetaSUB Consortium (metasub.org) and the MAQC Society (themaqc.org).
- Organize and coordinate the annual gCSD events right here in Kraków
- Leverage the power of the Gaia AI Factory to develop a city microbiome digital twin, paving the way toward a real-time City/Global Pathogen & AMR Early Warning System.


Qualifications

Staff Scientists are highly qualified specialists who demonstrate a strong commitment to research and solving complex problems, but do not wish to lead their own teams or research projects. Individuals in this role play a key role in ensuring substantive and technical continuity within the research team. Their task is to maintain and share specialized knowledge (know-how). The Staff Scientist supports all group members and the group leader (PI) in managing the group. This position involves employment for a 3-month probationary period and a 9-month fixed-term contract. Upon successful completion of this period, the employment is extended.

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Start date

July 12, 2026

How to Apply

Apply by e-mail to the address: job.mcb@uj.edu.pl till 16.08.2026
title: „Staff Scientist 191.2026”
Please submit your application in English
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Contact

Paweł Łabaj
pawel.labaj@uj.edu.pl