Assistant Professor (F/M)

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

1227.1101.210.2026

RECTOR of the Jagiellonian University announces a selection procedure for the position of an

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (F/M)

Project Title: “Using genomic epidemiology and experimental microbiology to study evolution of bacteriophage host-range”

NCN, SONATA BIS 10

The selected Candidate (F/M) will work on an NCN-funded research project devoted to the use of epidemiological genomics to study interactions between Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteria and their bacteriophages.

Field of science: Science and life sciences

Discipline: Biological sciences

Scope: Biotechnology

Planned duration of employment: minimum 6 months with the possibility of extension until July 31, 2028.

Expected date of employment commencement: III/IV quarter 2026

Remuneration

• basic remuneration in the range of 11.049,00‒ 13.481,00 PLN gross;
• seniority allowance depending on length of service (3‒20%);
• jubilee awards for long-term service ‒ in accordance with the Regulation for remuneration of employees of the Jagiellonian University;
• possible task-based and periodic allowances, as well as discretionary awards, upon meeting the conditions set out in the Regulation for remuneration of employees of the Jagiellonian University;
• additional annual remuneration, the so-called "thirteenth salary" ‒ after meeting the conditions specified in the relevant regulation.

Benefits ‒ Institutional Social Benefits Fund (depending on the income per family member, in accordance with the Regulations for Granting Benefits from the Company Social Benefits Fund of the Jagiellonian University):

• co-financing of summer holidays (PLN 1.050–1.550 gross) and winter holidays (PLN 700–900 gross);
• co-financing for children for organised holidays (PLN 900–1.400 gross), or co-financing of individually purchased summer camps, sports camps, winter camps, medical holidays or rehabilitation stays (50–90%, with the maximum amount eligible for co-financing being PLN 2.500 gross) per child;
• cash equivalent for a special occasional package of sweets in the amount of PLN 100–300 gross per child;
• co-financing of childcare in nurseries, kindergartens and other forms of preschool education, as well as care provided by a daily guardian or nanny (PLN 250–400 gross).

Scope of duties

according to the Work Regulations of the Jagiellonian University Annex 1 to the Work Regulations of the Jagiellonian University – Model scopes of responsibilities and duties of academic teachers (F/M)

The Candidate's (F/M) responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking innovative research in the field of genomics and evolution of bacteria and bacteriophages, phylogenetics, data analysis, metagenomics, machine learning, structural biology, or microbiology.
• Keeping up to date with the latest research literature in the field of research.
• Contributing ideas by developing concepts for new research projects.
• Carrying out joint projects with colleagues from partner institutions and research groups.
• Disseminating research results through presentations at scientific meetings and conferences.
• Participating in regular group meetings and presenting research results to other group members.
• Developing and publishing computer software through appropriate online tools (e.g., Github).
• Acting as a source of knowledge, scientific information, and advice for other group members.
• Adapting existing and developing new scientific techniques and methods.
• Testing hypotheses and analyzing data, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as needed.
• Contributing to other tasks within the group that fall within the scope of the funded project.
• Contributing to the development of research questions for new research projects and sharing responsibility for shaping the research group's plans.
• Agreeing clear objectives for tasks, organizing and delegating work to other team members, and training other group members in specialized methodologies or procedures.
• Participating in the publication of research results in international peer-reviewed journals and other publications, and chairing such publications.

Where to apply

E-mail: job.mcb@uj.edu.pl

Requirements

Research Field: Biological sciences » Other

Education Level: PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

The selection procedure is open for all individuals, who meet the requirements set out in Articles 113 and 116.2.3) of the Act of 20 July 2018 – Law on Higher Education and Science, and who meet the following eligibility criteria according to §165 of the Statute of the Jagiellonian University:

• holding at least a doctoral degree;
• having relevant scientific achievements;
• taking active part in scientific life.

Other criteria:

1. PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, evolutionary biology, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
2. Demonstrated experience in bioinformatic or computational analysis of biological data.
3. Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language used for data analysis (e.g. Python, R, Bash).
4. Experience working with version-controlled code or reproducible analysis workflows (e.g. Git/GitHub).
5. Ability and willingness to work with large-scale genomic and/or protein sequence datasets.
6. Clear interest in microbial genomics, phage biology, or host–microbe interactions, supported by prior research experience.
7. Track record of scientific output, such as peer-reviewed publications and/or preprints.
8. Experience presenting research results (e.g. lab meetings, seminars, or international conferences).
9. Very good command of spoken and written English.
10. Ability to work independently, manage research tasks, and contribute intellectually to project direction.
11. Openness to interdisciplinary work and learning new biological or computational methods.
12. Motivation to contribute to collaborative research and joint publications.

Ideal Candidate (F/M) will also have:

1. Experience with evolutionary, phylogenetic, or population-genetic analyses.
2. Interest in protein evolution, structural bioinformatics, or AlphaFold-based approaches.

Specific Requirements

Required application documents

1. resume,
2. personal questionnaire filled in by the Candidate (F/M),
3. copy of the doctoral diploma or a diploma confirming the Candidate’s (F/M) habilitation degree, if applicable,
4. information on the Candidate’s (F/M) scientific, teaching and organisational achievements,
5. declaration of the Candidate (F/M), confirming that the Jagiellonian University will be their primary place of work, should they be selected in the competitive selection procedure,
6. statement under Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science,
7. statement on acknowledging and accepting the rules and regulations concerning intellectual property management and commercialisation in force at the Jagiellonian University.
8. list of publications (including publisher and number of pages),
9. reviews of doctoral thesis or postdoctoral dissertation – if available,
10. form of the last periodic evaluation, if the Candidate (F/M) was subject to such evaluation,
11. information about any teaching activities,

Declaration forms (no. 5‒7) and personal questionnaire template (no. 2) can be obtained at:

https://cso.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/dokumkandyd

Languages: ENGLISH

Level: Good

Additional Information

Benefits

• stable employment based on an employment contract at the renowned university,
• cooperation with the interdisciplinary academic community represented by well-known scientists,
• scientific support as well as the possibility of qualifications improvement and professional development,
• access to research infrastructure,
• benefits in the form of i.a. Multisport card, sports activities, medical packages, group insurance,
• additional social benefits.

Selection process

The first stage of the selection procedure is the formal assessment of the submitted documents. Applications which meet all formal requirements are the subject of substantive assessment, during which an interview with the Candidate (F/M) may be conducted (directly or via electronic communication channels), upon settling the date of the interview with the Candidate (F/M). During the interview, the soft competencies indicated in the announcement will also be verified. The Candidate (F/M) has the right to appeal against the negative assessment by the selection board within 7 days from receiving the information about the results of the assessment. The selection procedure is conducted in accordance with The Policy of Open, Transparent and Merit-Based Recruitment Process at the Jagiellonian University.

Additional comments

Form of submission: by e-mail to the address: job.mcb@uj.edu.pl, title: 210.2026 Post-doc SONATA BIS

Deadline for submission of applications: 21.09.2026

Expected date of the selection procedure settlement: 10.10.2026

Method of communicating of the results of the selection procedure: by e-mail

For further information please contact by e-mail: job.mcb@uj.edu.pl

In the selection procedure, the Jagiellonian University follows the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and a Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.

Jagiellonian University does not provide housing.

The selection procedure does not provide for any preferences or decisions that differentiate between Candidates (F/M) on the basis of gender; the evaluation process is conducted in accordance with the principles of equal treatment and gender neutrality.

Jagiellonian University has an internal procedure for reporting violations of the law and protecting persons making such reports (whistleblowers), in accordance with applicable regulations. Order of the Rector of Jagiellonian University on the Procedure for reporting violations of the law and taking follow-up action at Jagiellonian University.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available: 1

Company/Institute: Malopolska Centre of Biotechnologu, Jagiellonian University

Country: Poland

Geofield

Contact

State/Province: Malopolska

City: Cracow

Website: https://mcb.uj.edu.pl/en_GB/

Street: Gronostajowa 7a

Postal Code: 30-387