Flow Cytometry and Cell Models Core Facility Head
The International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw (IIMCB), Poland
invites applications for the position of the Head of Flow Cytometry and Cell Models Core Facility.
Are you passionate about technologies and their development? Are you interested in a career in a core facility (CF) of an academic research institute?
As we plan to expand the core facilities' portfolio of services, the IIMCB is currently seeking an expert in Flow Cytometry and Cell Models to manage the core facility within the IN-MOL-CELL Infrastructure.
The IIMCB hosts a vibrant, multinational community of scientists and is well-connected internationally, as exemplified by the composition of the IIMCB's International Advisory Board and the IIMCB's membership in https://eu-life.eu/ an alliance of 17 top European research institutions. The IIMCB is on its way to unprecedented scientific and institutional growth, in part supported by: the RACE project entitled: “RNA and Cell Biology - from Fundamental Research to Therapies” funded in the Teaming for Excellence program under Horizon Europe and National Recovery Plan under the "Molecular and Cell Research Infrastructure" project.
Through an investment of over 16 M Euro in equipment and a planned expansion to 20 research groups, we aim to become a unique Polish center where excellent science benefits from state-of-the-art technologies and services provided by core facilities. To this end, the IIMCB is establishing institutional support for the development of current and the creation of new core facilities.
The Flow Cytometry and Cell Models Core (full name: Cell Models and Organoids Facility) is a newly established facility that recently separated from the Microscopy Facility. Its mission is to provide state-of-the-art services in flow cytometry and cell line model generation to the IIMCB community and external users. The facility is equipped with a CytoFLEX SRT cell sorter, a CytoFLEX LX Analyzer, and a recently acquired BD FACSDiscover S8 Cell Sorter.
The Head’s primary objectives are to integrate and upgrade existing workflows, develop new methodologies - particularly for imaging sorting- and launch cell model generation services in collaboration with the Genome Engineering Facility. This position will involve both leadership responsibilities and hands-on wet-lab work.
Key responsibilities:
- Management of everyday operations of the core facility, ensuring services are completed on time and in compliance with protocols
- Provision of expert services for internal users and external clients according to the needs of the Institute
- Supervise flow cytometers and sorters, including performing regular maintenance and quality tests, and handling maintenance contracts
- Supervision of core facility staff, hiring and onboarding new staff members, and training the team
- Supporting the team with issue resolution
- Ensuring appropriate quality control measures
- Implementation of new methodologies (flow and cell models generation)
- Regular liaison with Facility users to discuss the design and implementation of flow in the research projects and to analyze and review data generated
- Keeping up with trends in technologies, suggesting new solutions, and technological upgrades
- Management of the finances of the Facility, including budgeting
- Implementation of the cell model generation service (knock-outs and knock-ins for stable cell lines)
- Writing of scientific documents
- Collaboration with other Core Facilities (in particular Genome Engineering, Microscopy, and Genomics) to build cross-functional experimental pipelines (https://www.iimcb.gov.pl/en/equipment-facilities)
- Continued professional development by maintaining awareness of progress in the field.
- Cultivate partnerships with academic and industry partners
Necessary qualifications and skills:
- PhD in or equivalent by experience
- Demonstrated scientific achievements in the field of flow cytometry
- Strong hands-on experience in advanced flow methods, data analysis, and interpretation are a must
- Experience with FlowJo software
- At least 2 publications or 2 patents/patent applications using flow methods
- Hands-on experience with cell culture work
- Effective communication & networking skills, including building and maintaining relationships
- Flexible mindset and ability to work in a fast-changing environment
- Deep understanding of the role of core facilities/technological platforms in academic research
- Good at problem solving, can-do attitude
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to collaborate and handle multiple priorities
- Excellent English, both written and spoken
Nice to have:
- Strong experience with spectral and/or imaging flow cytometry
- Hands-on experience with the generation of genetically modified cell lines
- Experience with the generation of iPS cells
- At least basic leadership experience (supervising students or PhD students, etc.)
- Business acumen
- International or Industry Experience
- Basic Polish
Selection criteria:
- Technical skills needed for the position and interest in methodological approaches.
- Education or professional experience relevant to the position.
- Communicative command of English.
- Soft skills: communication skills, ability for effective teamwork, likelihood to fit and add value to the group, and effective work organization.
The IIMCB offers:
- Employment contract with the IIMCB starting from July 15th 2026 or to be negotiated
- Full-time salary in the range of 11 000 – 13 000 PLN gross per month
- Full-time salary is complemented by an additional 13th salary* plus an annual bonus
- 36 days of paid vacation time per year
- Attractive social package (co-financing Multisport cards, Christmas, Easter and summer holiday bonuses, etc.)
- Work in hybrid mode (at least 3 days per week in the office, needs to live at a commutable distance from the Institute)
- Professional development and business travel opportunities
- Full organizational and administrative support by professional English-speaking staff
- Friendly, inclusive, international working environment
- Job title for the position: (Junior) Head of Cell Models and Organoids Facility
The application should include:
- Cover letter explaining the motivation for joining the IIMCB
- Curriculum Vitae
- A concise statement of 1-3 professional achievements
- Contact information for two referees
Apply via recruitment system: erecruiter
- Please include the following statement in your application: “I hereby agree to the processing
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of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw, 4 Księcia Trojdena Street, 02-109 Warsaw, for the purpose of carrying out the current recruitment process.” Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment procedure by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw. Full information is available under the link: https://bit.ly/3UFWpY2.
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Informal inquiries about the offer are welcome and should be addressed to dr Olga Gewartowska (ogewartowska@iimcb.gov.pl)
The deadline for applications is May 15th, 2026.
