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Maria Smolinska

@mariasmolinska

I advance immunology research, medical education, and scientific communication across international academic and public audiences.

Poland

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to apply my biomedical research, teaching, scientific communication, and cross-functional leadership experience to meaningful work that values innovation, collaboration, and workflow optimization.

I've taught human physiology and immunology at the Medical University of Gdańsk, developing medical curricula, mentoring students, and supporting researchers with scientific writing and peer-reviewed publication.

My research spans inflammatory signaling, macrophage activation, asthma pathways, chromatin dynamics, and cardiac function through work at Imperial College London, King’s College London, the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, and San Raffaele Scientific Institute. I also bring cross-cultural public engagement as a licensed museum guide in English, Italian, and Polish, translating complex historical and scientific narratives for international audiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Associate Professor / Lecturer

Medical University of Gdańsk

Nov 2012 - Dec 2025 (13 years 1 month)

Delivered lectures, seminars, and practical workshops in human physiology and immunology to international medical students. Developed curricula, provided medical writing and editing services, and mentored students.

Immunology Curriculum Development Medical Writing Mentor Workshop Facilitation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Imperial College London

Doctor of Philosophy, Immunology

2001 - 2005

Activities and societies: Twice awarded presentation honors at prestigious international scientific conferences; published original findings in top peer-reviewed journals.

Doctoral research on macrophage activation and signaling pathways, with a thesis on the role of Src family tyrosine kinases in LPS-induced inflammatory macrophage activation.

Medical University of Gdańsk

Master of Science, Biotechnology

Grade: First-Class Honours Equivalent

Earned a BSc/MSc in Biotechnology with First-Class Honours Equivalent, with a master's thesis on the immunological properties and diagnostic value of chemically synthesized flagellar peptides of Salmonella Enteritidis.