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Organisation/Company: University of Warsaw Department: Department of History Research Field: History » Ancient history Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions: Postdoc Positions Application Deadline: 7 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw) Country: Poland Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 40 Offer Starting Date: 1 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position…
within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Offer Description
The aim of the project is to examine how Plutarch describes cognitive processes such as thinking, understanding, memory, or learning. Particular attention is paid to metaphors of cognition, which are treated not merely as stylistic devices, but as tools that reveal ancient ways of understanding the mind and its workings. The project combines the tools of classical philology, history, literary studies, and cognitive linguistics, situating itself within the developing field of cognitive history. The research aims to offer a better understanding of ancient ways of conceptualising cognition and of the role of metaphorical language in shaping philosophical and literary reflection. More information: https://plutarch.uw.edu.pl/
Where to apply
E-mail: praca.historia@uw.edu.pl
Requirements
Research Field: History » Ancient history
Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, consolidated text).
- A doctoral degree in history, literary studies, linguistics or philosophy, awarded no earlier than in 2019 (taking into account the breaks specified in the definition of a post-doc position in the Regulations on awarding funding for the implementation of tasks financed by the National Science Centre in the field of research projects; career breaks extending the eligibility period for the position must be confirmed by appropriate documents). The doctoral degree must have been awarded by an institution other than the University of Warsaw, unless after obtaining it the candidate completed a postdoctoral fellowship of at least 10 months abroad. The candidate must not hold the title of professor or the degree of doktor habilitowany, nor have previously collaborated with the project leader in the implementation of a research grant.
- Research experience, supported by publications, in an area related to the subject of the project, in particular in the literature of the Greekspeaking Roman Empire, the works of Plutarch, ancient reflection on cognition, conceptual metaphor, cognitive linguistics, cognitive history, or research on ancient models of the mind.
- Very good command of Ancient Greek, enabling the reading of source texts.
- Knowledge of modern languages: English (fluency in speaking and writing), and the ability to read in at least one other foreign language.
Specific Requirements
- Good knowledge of Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT), distributed cognition, 4E cognition, etc.
- Ability to work in a team.
- If hired, we expect the University of Warsaw to be the primary workplace for the successful candidate.
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Languages: ANCIENT GREEK
Level: Good
Research Field: History » Ancient history
Additional Information
Benefits
approximately 9,490 PLN gross (including the employer’s contribution) + a 13th month salary; More information: link
Other working conditions
- Workplace: Faculty of History, University of Warsaw;
- 36 days of paid annual leave per year, with the possibility of obtaining each year additional financial support for holiday leave and the Christmas break.
Eligibility criteria
- Fulfilment of the requirements set out in Article 113 of the Law on Higher Education and Science (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 1571, consolidated text).
- A doctoral degree in history, literary studies, linguistics or philosophy, awarded no earlier than in 2019 (taking into account the breaks specified in the definition of a post-doc position in the Regulations on awarding funding for the implementation of tasks financed by the National Science Centre in the field of research projects; career breaks extending the eligibility period for the position must be confirmed by appropriate documents). The doctoral degree must have been awarded by an institution other than the University of Warsaw, unless after obtaining it the candidate completed a postdoctoral fellowship of at least 10 months abroad. The candidate must not hold the title of professor or the degree of doktor habilitowany, nor have previously collaborated with the project leader in the implementation of a research grant.
- Research experience, supported by publications, in an area related to the subject of the project, in particular in the literature of the Greekspeaking Roman Empire, the works of Plutarch, ancient reflection on cognition, conceptual metaphor, cognitive linguistics, cognitive history, or research on ancient models of the mind.
- Very good command of Ancient Greek, enabling the reading of source texts.
- Knowledge of modern languages: English (fluency in speaking and writing), and the ability to read in at least one other foreign language.
Selection process
Stage I
- Fit of the research profile to the requirements specified in the competition announcement for the particular position, including, where applicable, a research project (0-60 pts)
- Previous achievements, including scientific publications, leadership of research projects or fellowships at prestigious research centres, and participation in projects as an investigator (0-30 pts)
- Organisational activity (0-5 pts)
- Other activities, e.g. popularisation of knowledge (0-5 pts)
(Total in Stage I: 0-100 pts.)
Candidates who score at least 40 points in Stage I may be admitted to the second stage.
Stage II
In the second stage of the procedure, the members of the committee assess candidates on the basis of their achievements and interviews by creating a ranking of candidates, starting with the highest-ranked candidate. Candidates receive points depending on their place in the ranking prepared by each member of the committee. The assessment covers: the fit of the research profile to the requirements, especially language competences, as well as previous research achievements and experience and skills related to teamwork.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: UNIWERSYTET WARSZAWSKI
Country: Poland
State/Province: Mazovian
City: Warsaw
Postal Code: 00-927
Street: Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28
Contact
State/Province: Mazovian
City: Warszawa
Website: https://historia.uw.edu.pl/
Street: Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28
Postal Code: 00-927
E-Mail: praca.historia@uw.edu.pl
Phone: 225520415
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