Scientist (Protein Sciences) 

Client Scientific
Location Kraków, Poland
Region Kraków
Offer description

Selvita is a global integrated service provider with laboratories in Poland (Krakow, Poznan, and Wroclaw), Croatia (Zagreb), and offices in Cambridge, UK, as well as the Greater Boston Area and San Francisco Bay Area in the US. Our company is dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions that support our international clients in drug discovery and drug development. 

As one of the largest preclinical contract research organizations in Europe, Selvita is driven by a clear mission: to bridge the gap between early drug discovery and the clinical stage of drug development. 

At Selvita, we value partnership, excellence, passion, commitment, and integrity. We build strong, collaborative relationships with our clients and commit to the highest standards of quality. We fuel our pursuit of innovative solutions with enthusiasm, advance drug development with focused dedication, and ensure honesty and transparency in all our work. 

We are currently seeking a Scientist specializing in Recombinant Protein Production to join our research team. In this role, you will contribute to the optimization of protein expression systems, develop and refine purification methods, and ensure the quality of the produced materials. You will actively analyze results, prepare scientific documentation, and collaborate within a dynamic laboratory environment. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in protein biochemistry who are eager to apply their expertise in a challenging and innovative setting. 

Join us at Selvita, where these values guide our mission to advance drug discovery to the clinical stage of drug development. 

Key Responsibilities
  • Optimization of recombinant protein production in bacterial, mammalian, and insect cell systems. 
  • Development and improvement of methods for protein purification. 
  • Performing protein overexpression and purification using developed protocols. 
  • Testing and evaluating the quality of the produced proteins. 
  • Analyzing and interpreting experimental results. 
  • Recording research activities and preparing reports. 
Your Background
  • MSc or PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field. 
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience in recombinant protein production. 
  • Background in protein chromatography techniques (AC, SEC, IEXC). 
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply scientific literature. 
  • English proficiency at minimum B2 level. 
Your Benefits Package
  • Working in world-class extensive research facilities and modern laboratories. 
  • Daily cooperation and know-how exchange with scientific experts. 
  • Additional benefits: a prepaid lunch card, private medical care, subsidized sports card, and office fruit provision. 
  • Internal Development initiatives including soft & leadership skills training programs. 
  • Recognition Program. 
  • Employee Referral Program. 
  • Support & incentive bonus for completing Ph.D. 
  • Support in legalization process and relocation package. 
  • Various sports and engagement initiatives. 
Last modified Wednesday, October 1, 2025