Broker

About this position

The Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology PAS is seeking a candidate for the position of:

Broker

Number of available positions: 1

Place of work: Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology, Polish Academy of Sciences; Center of Excellence for Neural Plasticity and Brain Disorders: BRAINCITY

Field of science: Biology/chemistry/biotechnology/medicine/pharmacy/health sciences

Remuneration/month: Between 12 000 and 16 000 PLN (employer’s full cost) depending on the experience

Max. period of employment: till 31.12.2029

Nencki-EMBL Center of Excellence for Neural Plasticity and Brain Disorders: BRAINCITY

Project is carried out within the MAB/IRA programme of the Foundation for Polish Science

Requirements:

PhD degree or PhD candidates in: biotechnology, chemistry, medicine or related,

Independence, responsibility, good work organization and the ability to prioritize tasks, goal orientation,

Analytical thinking skills and focus on organizational needs,

Experience in drug development/medical devices development OR in market analysis in pharmaceutical or medical devices industry,

Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills,

Active participation in scientific projects including planning and execution of experimental work,

Experience in preparing contracts,

Great communication skills,

Ability to draft written content for grant applications, ethical committees submissions etc.,

Proficiency in English and Polish.

Nice to have:

Experience in:

collaboration with clinical partners in scientific projects, including contracts & documentation,

clinical trials,

OR medical experiments legal requirements,

Experience in evaluation of grant proposals, Experience in deeptech startups OR running acceleration/mentoring programmes for deeptech projects/startups,

Experience in collaboration with external partners in scientific projects,

Experience as lab manager OR main investigator in grants,

Knowledge in intellectual property protection,

Strong interest in neuroscience research and/or analyses of biological data.

Project description:

BRAINCITY is a cutting-edge research center formed through a strategic partnership between the Nencki Institute and EMBL, funded by the Foundation for Polish Science. It focuses on neural plasticity and brain disorders, offering a multidisciplinary and translational research approach.

BRAINCITY’s key features:

Combines molecular biology (EMBL) and neurobiology (Nencki) expertise,

Aims to tackle major neurological and psychiatric disorders through the development of innovative diagnostic and therapeutic tools,

Emphasizes the role of brain-environment interaction in neuroplasticity.

Main research goals:

Targeted therapies for post-traumatic brain complications,

Behavioral testing platform for potential drugs with CNS activity,

Treatment methods for motivation disorders,

EEG-based tools for neuropsychiatric therapy support.

BRAINCITY serves as a unique hub for developing impactful, science-driven solutions to some of the most pressing brain health challenges.

Project leaders: Prof. Leszek Kaczmarek, Prof. Ewelina Knapska

Scope of tasks:

Ongoing collaboration with research teams in BRAINCITY and supporting scientists in cooperation with the business environment,

Analyzing market landscape for potential solutions and supporting teams in grant application processes regarding the intellectual property protection, market analysis and business development,

Supporting processes needed for obtaining protection of the Institute's intellectual property,

Preparing, analyzing, and negotiating offers and agreements,

Participation in scientific and business meetings, trade fairs, and conferences,

Organizing training sessions related to knowledge and technology transfer,

Building and maintaining long-term relationships with the Institute's partners,

Building brand awareness and a positive image of the Institute, as well as promoting the Institute among potential partners,

Managing social media profiles and preparing promotional materials,

Maintaining document records in accordance with the procedures and instructions,

Cooperation with institutions supporting science in Poland and abroad.

Employment conditions:

Full-time/part-time employment contract in the top-ranked research institute in Poland,

Position starts - 01.12.2026 (or earlier),

Engagement in ongoing translational breaking-through science projects,

Extensive interdisciplinary collaborations within the Institute, as well as externally – collaboration with scientific entities globally,

Multicultural environment,

Opportunities for career development in technology brokerage, scientific project management and/or life sciences spin-offs,

Employee integration initiatives: group runs, picnics, bike trips, films& book clubs,

Workplace canteen,

Flexible working hours,

Free parking on the Institute's premises,

Green environment: Institute inner garden + park neighbourhood,

No dress-code.

Application procedure and deadline

:

Applications should be sent to

hr@nencki.edu.pl

with the note

“Business Broker”

.

Closing date for applications:

15.11.2026

Required documents

:

CV,

Copy of PhD diploma (or thesis title and expected date of defense).

For more information please contact:

d.gierej@nencki.edu.pl